James Rathbun is a Principal, Growth Equity at BDC Capital, based in Halifax. James has over a decade of professional experience spanning private equity, corporate development and strategy, and audit and assurance. He has worked across all stages of the investment lifecycle, including origination, transaction execution, and active portfolio management, partnering closely with founder‑led and management‑owned businesses.
Having advised, invested in, and worked alongside management teams across a wide range of industries, James brings a practical, investor‑driven perspective to helping businesses scale, professionalize, and prepare for long‑term value creation and ownership transition. His experience includes working directly with entrepreneurs on strategic planning, governance, financial performance, and navigating complex M&A processes.
James is a Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA, CA). He looks forward to partnering with Canadian entrepreneurs to help them build resilient, scalable businesses and position their companies to attract high‑quality buyers and investors over time.