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A fully-integrated team dedicated to commercial real estate debt investments

Our team includes former ‘Schedule A’ bankers who are entrepreneurial-minded professionals and have developed a deep understanding of the real estate industry along with an extensive knowledge of credit underwriting which guide the careful selection of mortgages for our portfolio. Highly selective, the team works hands-on with our clients and internal departments to ensure custom solutions are created for every project we are a part of. We are committed to creating an unprecedented client experience at every level of our organization.

Management Team

Trevor Gossen

Trevor Gossen

MBA, CFA, FRM, CAIA

Executive Vice-President

Trevor Gossen brings over a decade of experience in credit analysis, credit structuring and business valuation analysis. Prior to establishing Ducimus Capital as one of the Founders and Chief Risk Officer, Trevor was responsible for managing a credit portfolio with over $1 billion in credit authorizations within Bank of Montreal’s Corporate Finance Division (Diversified Industries). Prior to his tenure with BMO, he was a Senior Credit Officer at Scotiabank, responsible for overseeing the credit adjudication of the bank’s infrastructure and power portfolio. In his current role, he is responsible for leading and managing Ducimus' operations and reports to the Executive Credit Committee at IMP Group. Trevor holds a Master of Business Administration from Queen’s University, CFA Charter Holder, CAIA Charter Holder and a Certified Financial Risk Manager.

Mortgage Agent Level 1, M24002588

✉ tgossen@ducimuscapital.com

☎ 902.440.4018

Vladan Erkic

Vladan Erkic

Vice President

Vladan Erkic brings over 15 years of commerical finance, sales and business development experience. Prior to joining Ducimus Capital as the Vice President, Vladan was responsible for origination of new business in the Ontario market with a focus on multi-family, purpose-built rental and commercial asset classes for a private lender. He also brings over a decade of Corporate Banking experience having worked at HSBC and TD Bank, sourcing, underwritting and managing a diversified industries portfolio. In his current role, he is reponsible for managing Ducimus' origination, underwritting, and portfolio management operations. Vladan holds a Honours Bachelors Degree in Economics and Financial Management from Wilfrid Laurier University.

Mortgage Agent Level 2, M22002631

✉ verkic@ducimuscapital.com

☎ 519.574.2281

Compliance

Don Dickson

Don Dickson

Principal Broker & Compliance Officer

Don Dickson brings 16 years of experience primarily in residential mortgage lending sector. Don has been a mortgage broker and agent with two brokerages as well as a Mortgage Specialist at one of the big 5 banks. Don prides himself on finding customized financial solutions for clients. As Ducimus' Compliance Officer, Don assures regulatory requirements are met, and complies with the Mortgage Brokerages, Lenders and Administrators Act, 2006.

Principal Broker M08009773

✉ ddickson@ducimuscapital.com

☎ 519.871.5744

Portfolio Management and Finance

Daniel Kurisko

Daniel Kurisko

CPA, CA

Director Portfolio Management

Daniel Kurisko began his career at PwC in their Audit practice, specializing in the Real Estate and Asset Management group and serving clients in real estate development, property management, REITs, government organizations, and investment management firms. He later held corporate finance roles in the insurance sector and with a private real estate lending firm, further developing his expertise in financial analysis and credit structuring. At Ducimus, Daniel oversees portfolio management via financial reporting and analysis, mortgage administration, operations management, compliance, and investor reporting. He contributes to the organization’s strategic objectives through disciplined financial stewardship and a commitment to operational excellence. Daniel holds a Bachelor of Management and Organizational Studies from Western University and is a Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA, CA).

Mortgage Agent Level 2, M21000511

✉ dkurisko@ducimuscapital.com

Hunter Rowe

Hunter Rowe

CPA

Financial Analyst

Hunter Rowe began his career with KPMG in their Audit practice. During this time, he worked his way up to Senior Accountant and worked on local and national client files in various industries. Hunter is responsible for financial reporting, deal analysis, credit structuring, and client relationship management. Hunter is a graduate of St. Mary’s Sobey School of Business, holding a Bachelor of Commerce degree and is currently a Chartered Professional Accountant Candidate in the CPA program.

✉ hrowe@ducimuscapital.com

Mortgage Origination

Connor Crouse

Connor Crouse

Associate

Connor Crouse started his career in EY's Assurance group where he performed Audits on a diverse set of public companies. Prior to joining Ducimus Capital, Connor was an Account Manager with TD Commercial Banking where he was responsible for the credit underwriting and relationship management of a mid-market business portfolio. In his current role, Connor is responsible for deal analysis, credit underwriting, and due diligence. Connor holds a BA in Economics and Accounting from Wilfrid Laurier University and is a CFA Level 3 Candidate.

Mortgage Agent Level 1, M24002867

✉ ccrouse@ducimuscapital.com

Executive Credit Committee

Kirk A. Rowe

CPA, CGA

President and Chief Executive Officer

Kirk Rowe was appointed President and Chief Executive Officer of IMP Group International Inc. in 2019, after serving as President and Chief Operating Officer in 2018.

Kirk served as President, Innotech-Execaire Aviation Group since 2010, after serving as Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer since 2000. Previously, Kirk held senior positions at several divisions of IMP Group, including Vice President and General Manager of IMP’s regional airline.

IMP Group International Inc. is focused on global, sustainable growth with over 3,500 experienced people delivering service, quality and value to customers across diverse sectors, such as aerospace & defence, aviation, healthcare, information services, hospitality and property development.

Kirk holds a BComm from Saint Mary’s University (1990) along with a CPA, Certified General Accountant (CGA) (1999) designation and is an AMP Alumni (2017) from Harvard University.

Stephen K. Rowe

CPA, CMA

Executive Vice President

Stephen Rowe joined IMP Group International Inc. in 1986 and currently serves as Executive Vice President, Corporate.

Stephen is the corporate officer responsible for CAN-med Healthcare (including Harding Medical), Corporate Procurement, Corporate Real Estate and Property Management, Oak Island Resort & Conference Centre, Foundry, and mergers and acquisitions.

Prior to 2016, Stephen held the position of President, CanJet Airlines and had responsibilities for the Commercial Core Group, which included marine, hotels, and mergers and acquisitions.

Stephen graduated with a Bachelor of Commerce from Saint Mary’s University in 1986. He was admitted to the Institute of Chartered Secretaries & Administrators in 1994 and earned his CMA designation in 1995.

As a member of the Board of Directors of IMP Group International Inc., Stephen serves on the Executive and Risk Management Committees.

Colin M. Gillis

CPA, CMA

Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer

Colin Gillis is the Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer of IMP Group International Inc. In this position, Colin is responsible for driving the financial position of the Company, as well as providing comprehensive financial direction and guidance to IMP’s divisional financial officers.

Colin joined IMP in 1990, and over the years has held various financial management positions of increased responsibility before assuming the role of Chief Financial Officer in 2019. Colin is a graduate of St. Francis Xavier University (BBA) and is a Certified Professional Accountant (CPA, CMA). He is a member of the Financial Executives International.