Karl E. Sigerist, Jr., ICD.D in

Karl E. Sigerist, Jr., ICD.D

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Chief Executive Officer, President & Director at The Shaughnessy Group
📍 Greater Toronto Area, Canada

Karl E. Sigerist, Jr. is the President and CEO of The Shaughnessy Group, an M&A advisory firm for Canadian lower-middle-market businesses. With over 30 years of experience, he has founded eight companies, led multiple turnarounds, and facilitated over $4B in transactions. Those he has mentored describe him as an exceptional leader, strategic visionary, and diligent professional.

Karl is deeply committed to community and mentorship, donating hundreds of hours annually to guide business school graduates, entrepreneurs, and newly immigrated Canadians. He is a frequent speaker at industry conferences across Canada, educating entrepreneurs on exit strategies and valuations.

He is the author of "Selling Your Canadian Business, " the first comprehensive, Canada-specific guide to navigating the M&A process for private business owners.

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Experience
41 Years
Current Role
Chief Executive Officer, President & Director
Job Level
Leadership
Location
Greater Toronto Area, Canada
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M&A Strategy
As CEO of a Toronto-based M&A advisory firm, his entire career is dedicated to executing complex deals and advising owners on growth, governance, and exit transactions.
Canadian Business Exits
Authored the book "Selling Your Canadian Business" to help Canadian entrepreneurs maximize value and avoid common pitfalls when exiting their companies.
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Career

Work history

9-2025
Chief Executive Officer, President & Director
The Shaughnessy Group
5-2025
Author
The Shaughnessy Group
9-2018
Managing Director & Director
The Shaughnessy Group
11-2017
Co-founder, Managing Partner & Director
The Shaughnessy Group
11-2007 - 6-2017
Chief Executive Officer, President & Director
Crelogix Credit Group Inc.
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Education
Directors Education Program
University of Toronto
Public Companies Course
Simon Fraser University
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