Ahmad is a seasoned financial executive with over 20 years of experience spanning banking, asset
management, and strategic consulting. As Senior Partner at AKAS Consulting, he leads advisory efforts
across private markets, specializing in capital structuring, risk strategy, and performance transformation. He has held senior roles at CIBC, BMO, and Fiera Capital—where he shaped investment frameworks for over $15B in private assets. Ahmad brings a rare blend of institutional insight and entrepreneurial
execution, supporting clients across EMEA and North America through critical transactions, growth strategies, and organizational change.
Business Development – External Advisor (ESOL)
Ez is a global investment and strategy advisor with deep experience across family office advisory, international business, and sustainable investment. He has held leadership roles at firms including Société Générale, Henley & Partners, and Latitude. Notably, Ez led a European direct air capture initiative, securing multi-million-euro backing, and has advised UHNW clients on jurisdictional structuring, private investments, and cross-border expansion strategies.
Corporate Legal – External Advisor (Avens)
Golmehr is a seasoned business lawyer and founding partner at AVENS Montréal,
with over a decade of experience advising SMEs on mergers & acquisitions, joint ventures, shareholder
disputes, and corporate litigation. Called to the Quebec Bar in 2011, she has appeared before various
courts and arbitration panels, and has built a strong reputation in corporate and aviation law. Golmehr is
fluent in English, French, and Farsi.
Saïd is a CPA and co-founder of VCG LLP, a fully digital accounting and advisory firm
focused on empowering startups, family businesses, and entrepreneurs through strategic financial guidance. With over a decade of experience—including key roles at FL Fuller Landau—Saïd has developed deep expertise in cloud accounting, business consulting, and assurance services. He brings a
forward-thinking approach to financial planning, helping clients navigate complex challenges and scale
with confidence.
Digital Technology – External Advisor (Aloscale)
Mazen is a seasoned cloud solutions architect and the founder of Aloscale, a platform dedicated to
helping businesses scale through digital transformation. With over a decade of experience in enterprise cloud consulting, Mazen has held senior roles at OpenText, OneSpan, and CAE, specializing in SaaS
integration, system architecture, and client enablement. His expertise lies in designing scalable cloud infrastructures and delivering tailored digital solutions that drive operational efficiency and growth.
Operations and Change Management – External Advisor (Consulina)
A seasoned Change Management Specialist with over 11 years of experience leading
organizational transformation across sectors like aerospace, pharmaceuticals, transportation, and tech. Lina has driven major initiatives at companies such as Bombardier, McKesson Canada, and CN, including
national-scale process alignments, CRM implementations, and automation rollouts. Fluent in four languages and PROSCI-certified, she brings a unique blend of technical, strategic, and people-focused leadership.
