Tim Gilbert
Tim Gilbert, founder of Gilbert’s LLP, is a business-savvy legal strategist and creative problem-solver who thrives on building strong relationships and tackling complex challenges in unconventional ways. Known for his work with Indigenous groups and innovation-driven industries, he brings imagination and insight to every endeavor.
tim@gilberts.global
Pat Burke
Pat Burke, President of PMB Advisory Inc., is a seasoned capital markets executive with over 25 years of experience leading equity sales, trading, research, prime brokerage, equity capital markets, equity derivatives, and investment banking. Formerly President of Canaccord Genuity, he is known for his strong institutional relationships and strategic leadership in advancing innovative and growth-oriented investment initiatives across diverse sectors.
pburke@gilberts.global
Jocelyn Mackie
Jocelyn Mackie is a business-minded impact strategist and former Co-CEO of Grand Challenges Canada, where she led investments in more than 1,500 innovations across 90 countries and secured over $400 million in funding. Drawing on her experience structuring impact funds, advising on ESG and public-private partnerships, and leading complex legal and strategic initiatives, she now helps clients create measurable impact and lasting value at the intersection of innovation, industry, and government.
jocelyn@gilberts.global
Travis Allan
Travis Allan is a corporate lawyer, regulatory strategist, and former C-suite executive known for structuring over $540 million in innovative financing, including a landmark $220 million facility from the Canada Infrastructure Bank. With deep expertise spanning renewable energy, carbon markets, and cross-border regulation, he helps companies raise capital, design creative financing solutions, and execute growth strategies in complex, evolving markets.
travis@gilberts.global
Our Advisors
Greg Crowe
Stuart Mercier
Stuart Mercier is a seasoned real estate and investment executive with extensive global operating experience. As a former Managing Partner in Brookfield’s Real Estate Group, he oversaw product development and strategic initiatives across Asia Pacific and the Middle East. He holds an MBA from the University of Hong Kong and London Business School, where he received the Haitong Securities “New Generation of Leaders” scholarship, and a Bachelor of Arts from Bishop’s University.
Michelle Gahagan
Michelle Gahagan is a seasoned investment professional and former partner at Intrepid Financial, a cross-border investment bank focused on natural resources and technology. Since its founding in 2006, Intrepid has raised more than $1 billion for its portfolio companies, supporting multiple successful exits and guiding early-stage public companies through financing, growth, and strategic transitions. Over nearly two decades, Michelle has advised, structured, and managed capital strategies for emerging issuers navigating competitive and fast-moving markets.
As a side venture, she founded FBR Premium Bike Rentals, which grew into Europe’s largest premium road bike rental fleet and the exclusive partner of Ironman and Tour de France owner ASO, culminating in a successful exit in 2024.
Kieran O’Connor
Derek Archibald
Derek Archibald, former Deputy Chief of Taykwa Tagamou Nation, is a leader in Indigenous-led economic development. He has co-led over $3.8 billion in project negotiations, secured a $20 million investment in Canada Nickel Company, and advanced initiatives in energy, infrastructure, mining, and Nation-owned housing. Derek champions First Nations ownership, opportunity, and sustainable growth.
Kevin Miyauchi
Kevin Miyauchi, founder of MIYA Consulting Inc., brings over 30 years of experience in real estate development, investment, and construction across major Canadian cities. Specializing in Brownfield redevelopment, he has played key roles in transforming some of Canada’s largest sites—including former Stelco, General Motors, and Infrastructure Ontario lands—through partnerships with REON, Cherokee, Kilmer, and others.
