Blake Ponuick is a Managing Director at ACT Capital Advisors, where he focuses primarily on the Western Canada market. With a career spanning more than 30 years, Blake has held leadership roles including CEO, COO, CMO, and VP of Sales & Marketing for both private and public companies. His entrepreneurial background—having founded, acquired, and successfully exited several businesses, most recently in 2021—gives him a unique and relatable perspective as an advisor to business owners.

Blake has deep experience in Mergers and Acquisitions, exit planning, restructurings, turnarounds, and capital raising. Over the years, he has raised more than $100 million and has helped guide companies through complex strategic transactions. Notably, he served as Chairman and CEO of a publicly traded M&A company in the electronics manufacturing sector, further strengthening his expertise in deal execution and leadership.

His direct operating experience spans a wide range of industries, including software and technology, telecommunications, manufacturing, Agritech, apparel, sports and recreation, food and beverage, and construction. In addition to his advisory work, Blake remains active in the tech ecosystem as both an angel investor and advisor.

Blake is especially passionate about helping Canadian businesses maximize their value by leveraging ACT’s expansive U.S. buyer network to facilitate successful cross-border exits.