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ABOUT US
What is SPARTAN?
SPARTAN stands for our services:
Succession Planning · Acquisitions · Reorganizations · Transitions · Amalgamations · Negotiations
Our mission is to facilitate and manage the transition of businesses utilizing our skills and expertise to produce win/win business transactions where both sides feel they were respected and achieved an equitable deal.
Why you should choose SPARTAN
CONFIDENTIALITY
Confidentiality is a pillar of SPARTAN. Before any discussions begin, information is passed, or negotiations commence, all potential buyers must sign an NDA .
EXPERIENCE
With over 25 years of combined experience, we've refined our processes in acquisition, selling, succession planning, and divestitures to make it a win/win.
NETWORK
We possess a large network of potential purchasers including Indigenous groups that are actively looking to purchase quality companies.
FINANCING
Through our years of experience and successes, we have developed relationships with groups specializing in financing business purchases.
OUR TEAM
With a wealth of knowledge and experience, we're ready to work together for success.
AJ Felix
Partner
With substantial C-level experience in medium-sized companies, AJ has led corporate reorganizations, strategic acquisitions, dispositions of divisions, and amalgamations of businesses. He has established relationships with many financial institutions, private investment firms, and Indigenous investment entities.
AJ has been involved in the following:
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Succession Planning of an Indigenous insurance company resulting in a business combination with a competitor.
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Acquisition of 70% of a printing business by an Indigenous community.
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Reorganized a business to allow for the successful sale of the business to multiple employee groups.
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Transitioning a start-up entity from an owner-managed firm to a professionally managed business, which subsequently completed a very successful IPO.
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Amalgamation of two building supply companies.
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Negotiated the disposition of a building supply company.
In addition to the above, AJ has completed many strategic plans and business plans for business organizations in a variety of industries, including Indigenous communities
Reem Heselwood
CPA, CA, MPAcc
Business Analyst
Reem brings a strong foundation in accounting and financial analysis to Spartan, with a CPA, CA designation and a Master of Professional Accounting. Before joining Spartan, she gained experience in both public practice and industry, focusing on financial reporting, internal controls, performance analysis, and business advisory services.
At Spartan, Reem applies her analytical skills to support financial assessments, review business performance, and provide data-driven insights to clients looking to buy or sell a business. Her attention to detail and clear communication help bridge the numbers with the bigger picture.
While new to the world of business transitions, Reem is driven to learn, contribute, and grow within the industry. She takes pride in bringing a practical, grounded approach to every client engagement.