• We specialize in preparing clients businesses for sale in order to improve ultimate value

  • We have experience in a wide range of businesses, sectors and geographies

  • We leveraging our contacts and skills base to add value to our clients and investment opportunities

  • We have international experience and contacts that can be invaluable to your business

  • We have extensive experience in operations and sales as well as transactions

Skills and Experience

We have experience in a wide range of industries including energy, chemicals & fertilizers, packaging, power electronics, plastics, engineering and real estate. Our knowledge extends to industrial products, distribution, service, consumer products and manufacturing.

We have experience with financings, acquisitions and divestitures as small as $1 million to international transactions approaching $3 billion.

We are able to contribute meaningfully to the making of investment decisions as well as the development of sound business and strategic plans. Whether as an advisory partner or an investment partner, we have the expertise and experience to be of value.

Some of the elements that Monashee and PSVI bring to the table include:

  • Broad range of business and operating experience in a variety of industries in both private and public companies
  • Foundation of a strong and broad network of contacts and relationships
  • Ability to structure financing flexibly to meet business sellers’ objectives
  • Experience in executing acquisitions, mergers and restructurings
  • Track record of growing businesses and being a trusted advisor
  • Experience in fostering strong management and industry relationships

As required, Monashee also draws upon a strong group of professionals with diverse skill sets that are able to provide assistance and expertise to a variety of specialized businesses and industries. In addition, where appropriate we often partner with successful senior executives and entrepreneurs from both public and private enterprises to ensure that we have access to the best minds available. Complimentary skill sets bring valuable perspective to business operations, strategy, and financial performance.

Our President

Kevin Budd, B.A.Sc., P.Eng, MBA

Kevin founded Monashee Capital Corp. and Pacific Southshore Ventures Inc. in 2003. Kevin was previously a Senior Officer and Vice President of Methanex Corp. Over a 10-year period he gained strong operating and financial experience assisting the development of Methanex into the global leader in methanol production and sales. The diversity of his roles at Methanex included Vice President, Corporate Development with responsibility for leading transaction and capital markets activities; Vice President, Business Development; Director of Manufacturing; Director Investor Relations and Corporate Communications; Manager, Global Marketing and Logistics; Director, Ocelot Ammonia Company; and Corporate Development Executive, CEO’s group. Prior to Methanex, he was with Timminco Limited where he had various international sales and marketing roles in specialty metals and adhesives.

Kevin offers a strong track record of results in operations, manufacturing and sales leadership and negotiating transactions in North America, Europe and Asia. He also sits on a number of advisory boards and boards of directors.

Kevin is a Professional Engineer and received a B.A.Sc. (Honors) in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Waterloo and an MBA through studies at the University of British Columbia and the London Business School in the UK. He has also completed advanced management programs through Mahler Executive Leadership, the Center for Creative Leadership, Stanford Graduate School of Business and the Harvard Business School.

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Monashee Capital Corp.

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Pacific Shouthshore Ventures Inc.

PSVI takes a partnership approach when investing to ensure value is enhanced and interests are aligned to create a win-win.

Skills / Experience / Partners

We have experience in a wide range of industries including energy, metals, chemicals & fertilizers, power electronics, plastics, and engineering.


Monashee advised us through the process of selling our business to a large international business. We were very pleased with the outcome and have praise for expertise and guidance that was provided. We felt that Kevin always had our interests at heart.

Eric and Joann Byres, Founders of Byres Security Inc., Nanaimo, British Columbia

Kevin has been a supportive board member and advisor to us for Ryan Mortgage Investment Fund and we continue to grow with assets under management exceeding $40 million.

Kurt Wipp, Owner, Alpine Credits, Delta, British Columbia

Monashee’s professional experience and disciplined corporate governance has helped position our business to become the new technology leader in molded plastics packaging. The added professionalism has assisted us to secure new business with Fortune 500 customers.

Scott Molnar, President, YGrene Technologies Inc., Burlington, Ontario

We have used Monashee on a wide variety of projects ranging from negotiating acquisition opportunities to assessing the business plans of various operating divisions. Kevin is a trusted executive resource and advisor.

Mark Schnarr, President and CEO, Alpha Technologies Ltd., Burnaby, British Columbia

Monashee advised us through our successful acquisition of Outback Power Systems, from the preparation of the LOI through leading our due diligence process and negotiating the final agreements. Kevin provided structure and discipline during the acquisition and in the planning of the subsequent integration. Kevin is able to manage a transaction from the beginning to end.

Drew Zogby, President, Alpha Technologies Inc., Bellingham, Washington State

The guidance provided by Monashee has facilitated our ability to obtain appropriate growth financing for our business and has also allowed us to begin to position us for an appropriate succession plan in the future. We understand that if we treat succession as a process and not an event, we will achieve the best outcome.

Chris Giffin, CEO, Giffin Koerth Forensic Engineering, Toronto, Ontario

PSVI was able to provide us bridge financing in a timely manner during the sale of our business

Martin Carsky, Former CEO, Cryopak Industries