
Experienced Leadership
Elevate's founders have served as bank executives and corporate directors and bring a track record of proven results in the financial services industry. Our management team combines credit, sales, audit and advisory experience to help small-to-medium-sized enterprises navigate export opportunities.

Duncan Munn
Founder, Executive Chair
An experienced senior executive and governance expert, Duncan is President of the C.D. Howe Institute, Canada’s most influential economic think tank. He is past Chair of Alterna Savings, an OSFI and FRSA regulated financial institution, and has served on numerous boards in both the for-profit and not-for-profit sectors. Duncan is also an early stage investor and mentor to a number of young companies.

Francisco Garcia
Senior VP, Chief Business Development Officer
Francisco Garcia is an accomplished trade finance executive, with 20+ years experience structuring transactions in key global markets. Francisco has supported over $1 billion in export sales by actively working alongside Export Credit Agencies from North America, Europe and Australasia. He provides the tools, advice and experience for Canadian companies to successfully grow their business internationally.

James Reble
Managing Director, Business Development
In his role at Elevate Export, James provides the support and tools necessary for Canadian companies to grow their business internationally. Previously, he worked as a Research Analyst with a boutique investment firm and brings experience in Business Development and Project Management. James holds a Masters in Management and International Relations from the University of St Andrews.

Yann Martin
Senior Manager, Business Development
Yann is focused on helping exporters grow internationally by making financing more accessible and straightforward for their global customers.
He brings a strong background in business development and international strategy, working closely with companies to unlock opportunities in emerging markets. Fluent in English, French, and Spanish, Yann approaches every project with a global mindset and practical perspective.

Divya Ravilla
Senior Loan Services Administrator
Divya serves as the Senior Loan Services Administrator at Elevate Export Finance, bringing a wealth of expertise in loan servicing, credit risk assessment, underwriting, and portfolio management. Her role is pivotal in ensuring the seamless administration of loan processes, aligning with Elevate's mission to empower exporters and importers through innovative financial solutions.​

Ed Walsh
President
Ed Walsh is a dynamic leader who has been active in the underwriting and credit community for over 25 years. Having managed reams responsible for over a half-billion dollars in assets, Ed brings experience from diverse industries across North America. He is an active member of professional associations and boards, and is committed to building productive relationships and giving back to the community.

Scott Rambeau
Chief Financial Officer
Scott Rambeau presides over the operational and financial governance of Elevate’s business and loan portfolio. Previously a global consultant for PriceWaterhouseCoopers, Scott has been at the forefront of successfully re-engineering company financial systems and implementing strategic recommendations to facilitate growth, retain talent and expand organizations.

Jonathan Speers
Director, Business Development
Prior to joining Elevate, Jonathan managed Ultra High Net Worth families for Scotia Wealth's Private Banking group. Previously, he has overseen sales activities for growing entrepreneurial companies and held senior positions within institutional banks. As VP of Sales and Trading for Currency Exchange International Corp, Jonathan played a vital role in its OSFI application and transformation into Continental Bank of Canada.

Diana Funez
Business Development Coordinator
With over a decade of experience in international business and client relationship management, Diana Funez specializes in fostering strategic partnerships that drive trade finance solutions. Fluent in English, French, and Spanish, she connects exporters, importers, and financial partners across North America, Europe, and Latin America. At Elevate Export Finance, Diana leverages her expertise in business development to deliver tailored financial solutions, helping businesses expand and thrive in global markets.
Advisory Board

Nicole Gileadi
Chief Strategy Officer & Managing Director - Kantar Media; Former Global Product Lead, Google

Peter Hall
CEO Econosphere;
Former VP & Chief Economist, Export Development Canada

Michael Horgan
Former Deputy Minister
of Finance for Canada;
Former EDC Director

Denis L'Heureux
Former Manager,
Export Development Canada

Adrianna Alterman
Director, Salesforce Ventures Impact Fund

Dwight Duncan
Former Minister of Finance, Ontario

Rick Ekstein
Chair and Former President, Weston Forest

Jasmin Ganie-Hobbs
Director, Business Development
Bank of Canada (BDC)

Kevin Lindsey
Former Deputy Minister and CFO,
Department of National Defense;
CFO at Industry Canada

Peter MacKay
Former Minister of Foreign Affairs
and National Defense for Canada

Jayson Myers
CEO Advanced
Manufacturing Supercluster

Brian Shaw
Director at Manulife
Bank of Canada;
Former Chair and CEO of
CIBC World Markets

Peter Nesbitt
Managing Director, Welch Capital Partners

Shay Aba
Founder and CEO, SALA Capital Partners