Toronto, Canada, March 11, 2024 – We are thrilled to announce the addition of David Xie to the Transaction Advisory team at Beacon Mergers and Acquisitions. David brings over a decade of experience as an M&A advisor, marked by numerous successful transactions and prestigious industry recognitions. Based in Vancouver, British Columbia, he will help Beacon successfully serve clients coast to coast.
David’s journey in the world of mergers and acquisitions spans over ten years, during which he has consistently demonstrated his expertise in managing a diverse range of business transactions, from small-scale to medium-sized deals. Since obtaining his Certified Business Intermediary (CBI) certification in 2014, David has been recognized with several awards, including the Outstanding Producer Award from the International Business Broker Association (IBBA) in 2021 and 2022, as well as the Chairman’s Circle Award in 2017. His dedication to excellence has also earned him recognition as one of Canada’s top 25 business brokers in 2020 by BuyAndSellABusiness.com.
David’s academic accomplishments are equally impressive, boasting an MBA in Finance from HEC Montreal, a PhD in International Law from China University of Political Science and Law, Certified SME Advisor certification from New York Institute of Technology, and Chartered Business Valuator (Level I exam passed) from York University. With his fluency in both English and Mandarin, David possesses a unique advantage in navigating diverse cultural and business environments.
Prior to specializing in mergers and acquisitions, David honed his skills through various strategic roles within Fortune 500 companies across different countries and sectors. His expertise encompasses areas such as sales & marketing, risk management, administrative and legal affairs, spanning industries like finance, technology, logistics, and consumer goods.
David’s is an active mamber and participant in various organizations including Small Business BC, Canadian-Chinese Professional Accounting Association® BC Chapter, and DIVERSEcity Community Resources Society. He also extends his support to business immigrants and new entrepreneurs through programs like the Business Immigrant Integration Support program of S.U.C.C.E.S.S. and the Self Employment Entrepreneur Development Society.
David’s role in Beacon Mergers and Acquisitions will be instrumental in guiding clients through the critical aspects of business acquisitions and divestitures. His extensive experience, combined with his comprehensive knowledge, educational background, and dedication to integrity and professionalism, makes him a valuable advisor for clients striving to achieve their business objectives in Vancouver and across British Columbia.