Strategic Funding & Growth

Funding Strategies That Drive Scale

Navigate the complex landscape of grants, loans, and strategic funding with partners who understand your business. We build custom financial strategies that unlock capital and accelerate sustainable growth.

$50M+
Funding Secured
85%
Approval Rate
200+
Success Stories
Growth Challenges

The Capital Gap Holding You Back

Without the right funding strategy and expert guidance, growth opportunities slip away while competitors scale.

Grant Discovery Complexity

Hundreds of programs exist, but finding the right fit requires expertise and deep sector knowledge.

Grant Discovery Complexity

Hundreds of programs exist, but finding the right fit requires expertise and deep sector knowledge.

Grant Discovery Complexity

Hundreds of programs exist, but finding the right fit requires expertise and deep sector knowledge.

Our Approach

Expert-Guided Funding Strategies

We become your strategic funding partner, identifying opportunities and navigating the entire process from discovery to deployment.

Opportunity Identification
Comprehensive grant and loan program analysis
Eligibility assessment across federal, provincial, and industry programs
Strategic timing recommendations based on business lifecycle
Alignment with your specific growth objectives and capital needs
Application Excellence
Professional application preparation and documentation
Financial projection modeling and validation
Compliance verification and risk mitigation
Compelling narrative development that resonates with funders
Loan Structuring & Negotiation
Lender relationship management and negotiation
Term structure optimization for cash flow protection
Covenant analysis and strategic positioning
Refinancing strategies as your business evolves
Post-Funding Support
Grant compliance and reporting management
Capital deployment strategy and tracking
Performance measurement against funding objectives
Ongoing funding pipeline development
Funding Sources

Programs & Capital Sources

We guide you through the complete funding ecosystem with expertise across multiple programs and capital types.

Government Grants
SR&ED Tax Credits
IRAP Funding
Can Export Programs
Provincial Innovation Grants
Business Loans
Term Loans
Lines of Credit
Equipment Financing
SBA Loans
Growth Capital
Venture Debt
Revenue-Based Financing
Mezzanine Financing
Strategic Partnerships
Industry-Specific
Clean Tech Grants
Agriculture Funding
Manufacturing Support
Export Development
Working Capital
Invoice Financing
Purchase Order Financing
Bridge Financing
Seasonal Credit
Expansion Funding
Commercial Real Estate
Acquisition Financing
Franchise Funding
Market Expansion Capital
The Aquifer Difference

Strategic Partners, Not Just Advisors

We don't just point you to funding programs. We become integrated partners in your growth journey, taking the time to deeply understand your business model, market position, and strategic objectives.

Deep Business Understanding

We invest time understanding your unique value proposition, competitive landscape, and growth trajectory before recommending funding strategies.

End-to-End Partnership

From initial opportunity identification through application, approval, and deployment—we're with you at every stage.

Long-Term Growth Focus

We build multi-year funding roadmaps that align with your strategic plan, not just one-off transactions.

Our Team

Meet Your CFO Partners

Our experienced CFOs bring decades of expertise across various industries to help your business thrive

Rich Zhou
CEO & Founder
Terence Papadacos
COO & Manager of Accounting
Alexander Williamson
Senior Manager of Accounting
Ron Armstrong
Senior Business Analyst
Witton Leung
Financial Modeling Expert
Lydia Yu
Manager of Accounting
Mhilanie Belleza
Manager of Accounting
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Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

What types of businesses do you help with funding?
How long does the grant or loan process typically take?
What's your fee structure for funding assistance?
Do you help with both Canadian and U.S. funding programs?
What if we've been denied funding in the past?
How do you help after funding is secured?
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