About
Chrysalis
We have broad
business experience.
We are seasoned professionals and entrepreneurs who share a common passion for aligning with small-to-medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and the successful entrepreneurs who navigate them.
Our passion is a direct extension of our belief that SMEs are the driving force of our economy and entrepreneurs represent the heart and soul of the business success equation.
We have over 200 years of combined business experience in the fields of investment banking, principal investing, financial management, business operations and corporate law as well as an extensive network of investors and strategic partners throughout North America- all of which gives us the confidence, know-how and ability to effectively add value to our portfolio of businesses and generate meaningful returns to our investors.
Since inception in 2002, Chrysalis has participated in a wide array of corporate finance transactions with a total value in excess of $1 billion.
Overall, we aim to serve others and make a positive impact on the business world by partnering with like-minded individuals and organizations.
About
Chrysalis
We have broad
business experience.
We are seasoned professionals and entrepreneurs who share a common passion for aligning with small-to-medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and the successful entrepreneurs who navigate them.
Our passion is a direct extension of our belief that SMEs are the driving force of our economy and entrepreneurs represent the heart and soul of the business success equation.
We have over 200 years of combined business experience in the fields of investment banking, principal investing, financial management, business operations and corporate law as well as an extensive network of investors and strategic partners throughout North America- all of which gives us the confidence, know-how and ability to effectively add value to our portfolio of businesses and generate meaningful returns to our investors.
Since inception in 2002, Chrysalis has participated in a wide array of corporate finance transactions with a total value in excess of $1 billion.
Overall, we aim to serve others and make a positive impact on the business world by partnering with like-minded individuals and organizations.
Our Team
Glenn N. Huber
Founder & President
Neil D. Frizzell
Managing Partner
Matt J. Huber
Managing Partner, CFO Services
Michael S. Janke
Legal and Senior Advisor
Eric Miller
Senior Advisor
J. Robert Logan
Senior Advisor
David W. Boudreau
Senior Advisor
Glenn N. Huber
Founder & President
Glenn has more than 30 years of extensive capital markets and entrepreneurial business experience across a broad spectrum of industry sectors. Mr. Huber oversees the strategic direction and management of the various components of Chrysalis’ business platform and maintains a “hands-on” approach to all of the firm’s key initiatives and strategic relationships. Glenn graduated with Honors from Princeton University and has held extensive Canadian and U.S. securities industry accreditations.
Neil D. Frizzell
Managing Partner
Neil has successfully transitioned from providing client counsel as a corporate lawyer with a major Canadian law firm to advising and providing executive leadership to a diverse group of businesses and private equity firms during the past twenty years. Mr. Frizzell holds a Bachelor of Commerce degree from the University of Calgary, a Master of Business Administration degree (with Distinction) from Thunderbird School of Global Management and an LL.B. degree (with Distinction) from the University of Alberta and is a member of the Law Society of Alberta.
Matt J. Huber
Managing Partner, CFO Services
Matt has an extensive financial and accounting background that spans over 30 years and a wide variety of industries, including commercial banking, manufacturing and oilfield services. Mr. Huber contributes broad corporate management, financial reporting, accounting and extensive M&A experience to the Chrysalis business platform. Matt has a Bachelor of Commerce degree in Finance from the University of Calgary and is a Chartered Accountant and a Certified Management Accountant.
Michael S. Janke
Legal and Senior Advisor
Michael serves as legal advisor to Chrysalis Capital Advisors Inc. and numerous Chrysalis portfolio companies and is a Senior Advisor to Chrysalis Acquisition Partners Inc. Mr. Janke has established a broad legal practice focused on private companies for over 25 years and provides sound technical execution of legal mechanics and solution-focused business acumen to the Chrysalis management team. Michael graduated from University of Calgary and received his LL.B. from the University of Victoria.
Eric B. Miller
Senior Advisor
Eric has over 25 years of broad business experience in the domestic and international oil & gas, specialty chemicals and fertilizer mining industries. During his extensive career, Mr. Miller has gained significant legal, business strategy, M&A, corporate governance, finance, marketing, operational and risk management skills and expertise. Eric graduated from University of Calgary and received his LL.B./MBA from York University.
J. Robert Logan
Senior Advisor
Rob has over 30 years of extensive financial industry and private small-to-medium enterprise (SME) investing and advisory experience in Canada and the United States. Rob graduated from the University of Waterloo with a Bachelor of Science (Jt. Hons.) and holds a Master of Business Administration degree (Dean’s List) from the Ivey School at Western University.
David W. Boudreau
Senior Advisor
David has over 30 years of extensive commercial property insurance and information technology industry experience. During his career, Mr. Boudreau has held various management and sales and marketing positions in businesses ranging from start-up to multi-national stage and developed a particular expertise in identifying IT hardware and software solutions for companies active in the manufacturing and oil and gas sectors. Dave graduated from the University of Calgary with a Bachelor of Commerce degree in Marketing and Information Technology.
Wayne Forrest
Senior Financial Analyst
Wayne has over 30 years of extensive financial management experience and a successful track record for investing in and growing primarily oil and gas service companies based in Alberta with operations in Canada and the United States. Mr. Forrest plays an integral role in reviewing and assessing the financial fundamentals as well as upgrading the financial management systems of Chrysalis portfolio companies. Mr. Forrest holds a Bachelor of Economics degree from the University of British Columbia.
Our Partners
Erickson Group provides a full suite of marketing services to Chrysalis and its business portfolio from digital advertising to brand development, online and offline.
Janke Law Group provides Chrysalis and its business portfolio with highly experienced SME-centric legal advisory and corporate services.
Lane Quinn provides Chrysalis and its portfolio companies with industry-leading employee benefit programs underpinned by exceptional service and sound advice.
Blue Chip Brand Scouts provides Chrysalis with an independent evaluation of brands and brand positioning for prospective investments and corporate acquisitions.
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