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David Ho

David Ho

Vancouver,BC

Summary

Strategy and business development executive with extensive experience driving growth through M&A and international partnerships. Successfully navigated complex regulatory landscapes, executing high-value transactions that significantly enhanced corporate value and market presence.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience

Work History

Strategic Advisor

Hoovest Financial Inc.
Vancouver, Canada
07.2021 - Current
  • Advised investment committee on direct investments and M&A activities to guide strategic decisions.
  • Evaluated joint venture partnerships to align with long-term corporate growth strategies.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to integrate financial strategies with business objectives.
  • Managed stakeholder relationships to ensure alignment with organizational priorities.

Assistant to the Chairman, Corporate Development

Lai Sun Development (0488.HK)
Hong Kong, Hong Kong
09.2018 - 09.2020
  • Served as primary liaison for chairman in high-stakes negotiations across China and Hong Kong.
  • Fostered key relationships to enhance corporate image at official government receptions.
  • Facilitated direct investments while managing integration of newly acquired global companies.

Co-Founder & Executive Director

Pergill International Holdings Inc.
Shanghai, China
09.2011 - 10.2018
  • Orchestrated and closed asset acquisitions totaling US$380 million
  • Formulated M&A integration best practices, ensuring post-merger stability and maximizing value.

Co-Founder & President

BigCafe Media Holdings Ltd.
Shanghai, China
03.2002 - 06.2010
  • Scaled and monetized largest national network of branded gaming centers in China, controlling 1.5M+ PCs through proprietary UI.
  • Collaborated with Blizzard to launch first World of Warcraft branded i-café and partnered with Shanghai Police (PSB) to integrate public security digital functions, enhancing community engagement.
  • Raised US$75M across three rounds of financing, driving growth and expansion initiatives.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Asian Studies, Pre-Commerce

University of British Columbia
Vancouver, BC, Canada

Intensive Mandarin Chinese Diploma -

Taiwan Normal University
Taipei, Taiwan

Skills

  • Strategic Planning
  • M&A Advisory
  • Joint Venture Partnerships
  • Post-Merger Integration
  • Capital Markets
  • Fundraising
  • Stakeholder Management
  • Financial Modeling
  • Market Development
  • Digital Media Monetization
  • IP Rights
  • Brand Equity
  • Operational Leadership
  • ERP/POS Implementation
  • Policy Development
  • Cross-Border Transitions

Languages

  • English
  • Mandarin
  • Cantonese

Timeline

Strategic Advisor

Hoovest Financial Inc.
07.2021 - Current

Assistant to the Chairman, Corporate Development

Lai Sun Development (0488.HK)
09.2018 - 09.2020

Co-Founder & Executive Director

Pergill International Holdings Inc.
09.2011 - 10.2018

Co-Founder & President

BigCafe Media Holdings Ltd.
03.2002 - 06.2010

Bachelor of Arts - Asian Studies, Pre-Commerce

University of British Columbia

Intensive Mandarin Chinese Diploma -

Taiwan Normal University
David Ho