Elizabeth Priestman is the CEO of International Deal Gateway. With a focus on M&A, investment, and education, Ms. Priestman has developed a unique expertise in working with family offices and private investors with emerging opportunities in healthcare, biotech, resources, breakthrough technologies, renewable energy, and impact investing. Her entrepreneurial leadership has been instrumental in building scalable, high-growth organizations. Ms. Priestman is a 10-year alumni mentor with the Hall of Legends Program where she was honoured as Mentor of the Year by the Schulich School of Business in 2021. She holds an Executive MBA, is a past member of the Young Entrepreneurs’ Organization, and serves as an advisor and mentor to early stage entrepreneurs.