Kevin Ernst brings over 34 years of experience in senior positions at industry-leading organizations such as Merrill Lynch, UBS, NYSE, and AMEX. Currently, he serves as the Chief Investment Officer for a Canadian family office in Toronto, actively investing in technology, mining, life sciences, and real estate. With extensive expertise in cross-listings, IPOs, and SPAC transactions, Mr. Ernst was directly involved in over 225 deals during his tenure with NYSE and AMEX, specializing in mining, healthcare, technology, and agricultural sectors. Kevin served as Senior Vice President within Merrill Lynch's Family Office Division for 12 years. Mr. Ernst was also a managing partner at a Hong Kong merchant bank, raising capital for US and Canadian issuers in Asia. He holds a bachelor's and MBA in finance from Rutgers University, along with a Certified Investment Management Analyst (CIMA) designation from the Wharton School. Mr. Ernst holds Series 7, 63, 66, and 79 licenses.