CanadianSME Small Business Summit 2026
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Karl E. Sigerist, Jr.
2025 Speaker

Karl E. Sigerist, Jr.

Author, Selling Your Canadian Business

Born to entrepreneurial parents who immigrated to Canada in the early 1970s, Karl developed an enduring appreciation for the courage it takes to build something from nothing in a new country. Over a career spanning more than 30 years in technology and financial services in Canada and Europe, he has helped entrepreneurs secure debt, credit and capital and has been involved in billions of dollars in transaction value. He is the author of "Selling Your Canadian Business: A Step-by-Step Guide to Maximizing Value and Securing Your Legacy," published in January 2026. He holds the ICD.D designation from the Institute of Corporate Directors and is active in ACG Toronto, M&A Club Canada and TEC Canada alumni networks.