Bruce Takefman, FDIP

Researcher
DISC Type : Cs

Board Member at International Economic Development Council

Montreal, Quebec, Canada

Overview

Bruce Takefman is the Founder and CEO of ResearchFDI, a leading marketing firm specializing in investment attraction. Recognized as a thought leader in foreign direct investment (FDI) and lead generation, he has grown his firm to a global presence. He earned a Bachelor of Commerce from Concordia University and is often described as professional, focused, and a born leader.

Bruce is a philanthropist with a passion for community engagement. He has been a multi-year sponsor for the St Thomas Sports Spectacular, an event that raises funds for Special Olympics Ontario and Community Living Elgin, organizations that help make sports more accessible within the community.

He started his company, ResearchFDI, from his bedroom in 2010, and it has since grown to over 75 full-time consultants worldwide.

Personality Overview

Cost Conscious

Detail Oriented

Self-Disciplined

The only way to convince them is by showing them examples and ample proof.  They are thorough and always follow a systematic approach. Being observant comes to them naturally.

Topics They Care About

Foreign Direct Investment
He is an internationally recognized thought leader on FDI trends and founded ResearchFDI to help economic developers attract over $5 billion in capital investment.
Economic Development
Serves on the Board of Directors for the International Economic Development Council (IEDC) and tailors his company's services for economic developers.
Rural Community Growth
He has authored articles on positioning smaller communities for global success, such as "Rethinking Rural, " showing an interest in non-urban economic strategies.

Media Appearances

Bruce Takefman, President and CEO of ResearchFDI Named as New IEDC Board Member. Featured in ResearchFDI

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Work History

1-2026
Board Member at International Economic Development Council
1-2024 - 12-2025
Vice Chair International Advisory Committee at International Economic Development Council
8-2010
CEO and Founder at ResearchFDI
9-2006 - 8-2009
Account Executive at ROI Research on Investment

Education

2002 - 2005
Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com.) from Concordia University
1999 - 2001
Commerce from Dawson College

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Exp : 18 Location : Montreal, Quebec, Canada Job Level : Leadership Designation : Board Member at International Economic Development Council
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Insights For Selling To Bruce

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Share whitepapers or case studies that showcase measurable results instead of just telling customer stories
  • Use phrases like 'results based on data', 'measurable proof', 'X% growth' etc.
  • Share a one-off customer success story but keeps the focus on highlighting objective, numerical results

DONT's

  • Avoid winging it with them particularly, answer a question only if you know the answer well
  • Do not sound overly eager, modulate your energy levels especially if you are generally enthusiastic
  • Don't ask them to move fast, let them take their time and digest all the information

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Bruce is

  • Low-risk, adoption by others are very important to them, followed by confidence in ROI.
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Bruce

  • Often, they don't say no, or keep going about it in circles.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Bruce move?

  • They do not like to rush and therefore can be quite slow in their decision-making.
  • Can Bruce take some risk or not?

  • They have little risk-appetite and prefer to take measured decisions.

You And Bruce

Personality Compatibility


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