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Founder. Operator. Advisor

Trusted by founders, boards, and investors navigating consequential decisions.


Built companies. Advised hundreds. Now investing in the next generation.


At a glance


4x founder

Managing Partner, Future Ventures

Deal Partner, Boardy Ventures

Former leadership roles at Pembina, Cenovus, Parkland

Former Deloitte and EY

Advisor to 100+ growth-stage companies

Mentor with Thrive and OneEleven


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Speaking


Keynotes for founders, executives, and investors on strategy, scale and AI.

Trusted by Forbes, Techstars, CPA Canada, universities and industry conferences.


How I Work With Leaders


I don’t sell programs.

I work directly with a small number of leaders and their leadership teams at a time. Bespoke. Tailored to you.

Direct Advisory

For founders scaling $1M to $100M+

Weekly working sessions. Real accountability. High-trust partnership.

Speaking & Workshops

For conferences, leadership teams and boards

Keynotes for executive teams and conferences on strategy, scale and AI.

Board & Investors

For companies seeking strategic alignment

Selective roles where incentives and values align..


What Leaders are Saying

  • "Maxim helped us make better decisions faster. We saved months and avoided costly mistakes.”
    Alex Todorovic— CEO, Growth-Stage Technology Company
  • "Experience matters! Maxim was able to drive clarity in the ideation process and propel us forward with his advice. Saved us months of trying and lots of burnt cash." — Founder, Early Stage PropTech Company
    Nicolas Otto
  • "Working with Maxim has enabled me to take my business to the next level. Before I started working with him, my business had plateaued and the competition was encroaching on us. Thanks to his coaching and support, my business is growing exponentially." — Partner, Manufacturing Company
    Charlene Griffin
  • "Wow! Who knew my business could transform so dramatically. With Maxim's support, we are crushing it. Thank you for your guidance and support." — CEO, AgTech Company
    Randy Hughes

Trusted by Leaders and Institutions


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Work Directly With Maxim


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