Brent A. Channell
Director/Board Member at CARFINCO FINANCIAL GROUP INC
Profile
Mr. Brent A.
Channell is a Managing Director at Spartan Fund Management, Inc. He has over 25 years of experience in alternative investments, the derivatives markets and corporate finance.
As Managing Director his role focuses on all aspects of Spartan's business, including financial, operational and new product development.
He is also an Independent Director at Carfinco Financial Group, Inc. He is on the Board of Directors at Carfinco Financial Group, Inc.
Mr. Channell started his career with the Royal Bank of Canada in 1983 in corporate finance where he worked extensively on leverage buy-outs and corporate restructurings.
In 1989 he moved into the interest rate and currency derivatives market, responsible for financial institutions, provincial and corporate clients.
In 1994 Brent joined Citibank Canada as Managing Director, Structured Finance to focus on the investor market.
From 1998 to 2009, Mr. Channell worked with a large global multi-strategy fund of fund hedge fund manager to introduce products to the Canadian institutional market place.
During this time, he and his partners also created and introduced numerous innovative alternative investment products to the retail market.
He obtained his B.Comm (Honours) with a specialization in Finance from the University of British Columbia and his MBA from Queen’s University at Kingston.
Brent A. Channell active positions
| Companies | Position | Start |
|---|---|---|
| CARFINCO FINANCIAL GROUP INC | Director/Board Member | 2002-08-25 |
Spartan Fund Management, Inc.
 Spartan Fund Management, Inc. Investment ManagersFinance Spartan Fund Management, Inc. is an independent alternative investment manager headquartered in Toronto, Canada. Founded in 2006, the firm provides, through pooled funds, a broad selection of alternative investment solutions to high net worth individuals and family offices. | Chief Executive Officer | 2009-08-31 |
Former positions of Brent A. Channell
| Companies | Position | End |
|---|---|---|
Carfinco Income Fund
 Carfinco Income Fund Investment Trusts/Mutual FundsMiscellaneous Carfinco Income Fund operates as an open-end mutual fund trust. The fund, through Carfinco LP, purchases loans, originated by select independent and franchise vehicle dealers to consumers buying late model used automobiles. It targets borrowers who are typically unable to obtain financing from traditional sources. The firm also generates interest and fee income on its finance receivables and pays interest on borrowings under its credit facility and on outstanding subordinated debentures. The company was founded on August 26, 2002 and is headquartered in Edmonton, Canada. | Director/Board Member | 2012-01-03 |
Citibank Canada
 Citibank Canada Major BanksFinance Citibank Canada provides banking solutions. The firm provides financial solutions in corporate and investment banking, credit cards, consumer finance, investment, leasing, private, and retail banking services. It offers services to corporations, financial institutions, government agencies, and individuals. The bank operates in Canada through the Citibank, Citi Cards Canada, CitiFinancial, Citi Global Markets, Primerica, and Diners Club franchises. Citibank Canada was founded in 1954 and is headquartered in Toronto, Canada. | Corporate Officer/Principal | - |
Thales Alternative Investments, Inc.
 Thales Alternative Investments, Inc. Investment ManagersFinance Thales Alternative Investments, Inc. provided investment and advisory services to companies and individuals. The company was headquartered in Oakville, Canada. | Founder | - |
Training of Brent A. Channell
| Queen's University | Masters Business Admin |
| University of British Columbia | Undergraduate Degree |
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| Private companies | 5 |
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Citibank Canada
Citibank Canada Major BanksFinance Citibank Canada provides banking solutions. The firm provides financial solutions in corporate and investment banking, credit cards, consumer finance, investment, leasing, private, and retail banking services. It offers services to corporations, financial institutions, government agencies, and individuals. The bank operates in Canada through the Citibank, Citi Cards Canada, CitiFinancial, Citi Global Markets, Primerica, and Diners Club franchises. Citibank Canada was founded in 1954 and is headquartered in Toronto, Canada. | Finance |
Carfinco Income Fund
Carfinco Income Fund Investment Trusts/Mutual FundsMiscellaneous Carfinco Income Fund operates as an open-end mutual fund trust. The fund, through Carfinco LP, purchases loans, originated by select independent and franchise vehicle dealers to consumers buying late model used automobiles. It targets borrowers who are typically unable to obtain financing from traditional sources. The firm also generates interest and fee income on its finance receivables and pays interest on borrowings under its credit facility and on outstanding subordinated debentures. The company was founded on August 26, 2002 and is headquartered in Edmonton, Canada. | Miscellaneous |
Carfinco Financial Group, Inc.
 Carfinco Financial Group, Inc. Finance/Rental/LeasingFinance Carfinco Financial Group, Inc. provides vehicle financing to consumers who are not able to obtain it from more traditional lending sources. It offers loans to customers through a network of selected independent and franchise dealerships. The company was founded on September 28, 2011 and is headquartered in Edmonton, Canada. | Finance |
Thales Alternative Investments, Inc.
Thales Alternative Investments, Inc. Investment ManagersFinance Thales Alternative Investments, Inc. provided investment and advisory services to companies and individuals. The company was headquartered in Oakville, Canada. | Finance |
Spartan Fund Management, Inc.
Spartan Fund Management, Inc. Investment ManagersFinance Spartan Fund Management, Inc. is an independent alternative investment manager headquartered in Toronto, Canada. Founded in 2006, the firm provides, through pooled funds, a broad selection of alternative investment solutions to high net worth individuals and family offices. | Finance |
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