Troy MacDonald
Co-Founder, Chairman & CEO at HyFi Corp- Claim this Profile
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HyFi Corp
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United States
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Financial Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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Co-Founder, Chairman & CEO
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Jun 2021 - Present
Florida, United States HyFi https://hyfi-corp.com/ is a renewable energy company focused on delivering best-in-class tech, sustainable & infra project financing, Nation Building & green project advisory. Listed on the OTC Stock Market: BOPO. Built a syndicated network of many of the world's largest financial institutions as wholesale capital providers to underpin HyFi. These include VC funds, Infrastructure funds and leading banks, those who fund more projects than anyone. We also arrange credit enhancement… Show more HyFi https://hyfi-corp.com/ is a renewable energy company focused on delivering best-in-class tech, sustainable & infra project financing, Nation Building & green project advisory. Listed on the OTC Stock Market: BOPO. Built a syndicated network of many of the world's largest financial institutions as wholesale capital providers to underpin HyFi. These include VC funds, Infrastructure funds and leading banks, those who fund more projects than anyone. We also arrange credit enhancement insurance, to increase bankability. Attracted the world top OEMs & EPCs in major renewable categories. In some cases they act as co developer. We also locate key market & project opportunities for OEMs & help coordinate all the elements needed to establish green energy hubs. Secured 2 multi-billion $ sovereign level engagements, for turnkey project deliverables & financing: https://www.hyfi-corp.com/nation-building/. HyFi can offer a complete integrated project cycle that handles all aspects of project development, financing & implementation. There are gaps between project development & providing a bankable project for funding & having the knowledge & oversight of HyFi will ensure all stages are done right. We have numerous sample PPA's, Waste Supply Agreements, Off-take agreements & we know the key BANKABLE language that must be included in these agreements. HyFi’s management team is fluent in both project financing and the green-tech marketspace it serves. HyFi exists to support both project developers globally and developing nations (at a sovereign level) to bring the right technology (when asked) and for funding & advance an energy transition to decarbonization & better environmental practices, along with other important causes such as agriculture, infrastructure, humanitarian projects etc. HyFi solves the problem of access to funding for project developers, addressing capital sourcing problems by providing equity, construction loans, mezzanine and then bond re-financing Show less
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WPP ENERGY GmbH
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Switzerland
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Oil and Gas
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1 - 100 Employee
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Chief Operations Officer & Chief Innovation Officer
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Dec 2017 - Present
HQ, Geneva Switzerland WPP Energy https://wppenergy.com/ is an innovation leader in renewable energy and waste treatment since 2009. WPP is a repository for disruptive green energy & environmental technologies which we distribute or build, own, operate & maintain. We also license technology and enter into strategic joint venture partnerships for the purpose of accelerating the deployment of important environmentally friendly technologies for the benefit of the entire world. Ultimate responsibility for… Show more WPP Energy https://wppenergy.com/ is an innovation leader in renewable energy and waste treatment since 2009. WPP is a repository for disruptive green energy & environmental technologies which we distribute or build, own, operate & maintain. We also license technology and enter into strategic joint venture partnerships for the purpose of accelerating the deployment of important environmentally friendly technologies for the benefit of the entire world. Ultimate responsibility for building a multi billion dollar pipeline of global business. Executing the company's vision globally to transition the world away from fossil fuel use through the deployment of disruptive green technologies. Responsibility for implementing business plans which reflects the overall company vision of a world without landfill waste, accomplished through the use of state of the art Waste to Energy technologies (electricity, biofuels). Also focused on the advancement of green hydrogen production technologies. Responsible for the research, recruitment, negotiation & procurement of three global disruptive technologies & licenses (Vorax, EKT/EcoFusion, W2H2,) to achieve the company's vision to decarbonize the world and eradicate landfill waste. Extensive integration with science, engineering and product development teams. Responsible from concept to fruition for the creation of multiple fortune 500 engagements, major agreements, partnerships, joint ventures, strategic alliances, pilot projects and purchase orders. Also responsible for the recruitment of capital market partners and project funders. Also co-founder of WPP's Blockchain based digital currency "WPP Token", which is intended to become associated with units of Hydrogen gas. Responsible for the creation, implementation, training (including the creation of all educational and marketing support materials) and relationship management of a global distributor/reseller network consisting of over 200 distributors selling into 75+ countries. Show less
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Owner & Founder
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2012 - Present
Canada An expert in Precious Metals & Gems, Founder of Gem of a Diamond, www.gemofadiamond.com B2C and B2B as a wholesale supplier of elite gems to some of the world’s top jewelry brands. Attendee of JCK Las Vegas, Baselworld & Geneva Gem Shows & Hong Kong Gem & Jewellery Fairs. Also directly serving and representing Diamond Manufacturers, Site Holders & Distributors. Expertise in both Polished & Rough White & Fancy Colored Diamonds. Expertise in Fine Emeralds, Rubies & Sapphires, specializing… Show more An expert in Precious Metals & Gems, Founder of Gem of a Diamond, www.gemofadiamond.com B2C and B2B as a wholesale supplier of elite gems to some of the world’s top jewelry brands. Attendee of JCK Las Vegas, Baselworld & Geneva Gem Shows & Hong Kong Gem & Jewellery Fairs. Also directly serving and representing Diamond Manufacturers, Site Holders & Distributors. Expertise in both Polished & Rough White & Fancy Colored Diamonds. Expertise in Fine Emeralds, Rubies & Sapphires, specializing in untreated goods both in a wholesale (clients include world class multi billion dollar international boutiques) and in a retail capacity. Professional process with efficient end to end closing logistics. Present role is strictly as owner/advisor as the business is operated by staff. Show less
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Owner & Founder
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2004 - Present
Canada An Internationally known Numismatist with a 40 year+, 2 generation history in Precious Metals, Gems, Physical Currency. Created successful retail and online businesses. Grew a large network of influential clients comprised of high net worth, C–level executives and business owners leading to appointment as Alternative Asset Class Advisor & Agent to global currency investors and collectors. Increased visibility and drove brand image through trade shows, print and online marketing… Show more An Internationally known Numismatist with a 40 year+, 2 generation history in Precious Metals, Gems, Physical Currency. Created successful retail and online businesses. Grew a large network of influential clients comprised of high net worth, C–level executives and business owners leading to appointment as Alternative Asset Class Advisor & Agent to global currency investors and collectors. Increased visibility and drove brand image through trade shows, print and online marketing campaigns. Gained recognition and coverage on CBC National News & The National Post Present role is strictly as owner/advisor as the business is operated by staff. Show less
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Founder & CEO
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2001 - 2004
Dartmouth, Nova Scotia, Canada E-commerce start-up providing technology based B2B and B2C solutions to US product distributors and SME e-tailers. Raised two rounds of financing prior to exiting.
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TD
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Canada
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Banking
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700 & Above Employee
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Investment Account Executive, Private Client Services – Wealth Management
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Jul 1996 - 2000
Canada Responsible for driving high net worth investment account acquisition and revenues through investment sales. Also developed high net worth Offshore Clientele in Bermuda in conjunction with TD's Offshore goals. • Within two–months of hire, achieved #2 ranking in sales country–wide and out–performed the competition by closing more than 70% of leads derived from garnering in–depth understanding of bank’s offerings and market position. • Produced 9 figure sales by building valuable… Show more Responsible for driving high net worth investment account acquisition and revenues through investment sales. Also developed high net worth Offshore Clientele in Bermuda in conjunction with TD's Offshore goals. • Within two–months of hire, achieved #2 ranking in sales country–wide and out–performed the competition by closing more than 70% of leads derived from garnering in–depth understanding of bank’s offerings and market position. • Produced 9 figure sales by building valuable relationships and converting high net worth clients from competitors. • Recipient of three consecutive “National Achiever” business development awards, and national award for effectively handling rejection. Show less
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HSBC
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United Kingdom
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Financial Services
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700 & Above Employee
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Senior Finance Account Executive
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Jul 1993 - Jun 1996
Canada • Solicited small and medium sized businesses across Nova Scotia to extend credit to their consumer customer base. Underwrote a variety loans for consumer goods; generated thousands of clients and cross-sold mortgages • Sold unsecured personal loans and first and second mortgages to consumers • Awarded 1995 HFC/HSBC Employee of the Year from 240+ Account Executives throughout Canada • Won all 3 national sales contests in 1995 outperforming a peer group of… Show more • Solicited small and medium sized businesses across Nova Scotia to extend credit to their consumer customer base. Underwrote a variety loans for consumer goods; generated thousands of clients and cross-sold mortgages • Sold unsecured personal loans and first and second mortgages to consumers • Awarded 1995 HFC/HSBC Employee of the Year from 240+ Account Executives throughout Canada • Won all 3 national sales contests in 1995 outperforming a peer group of 240+ • Performed among the top 3% of all Canadian account executives in 1993 and 1994 Show less
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Better Business Bureau
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United States
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Non-profit Organization Management
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700 & Above Employee
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Business Development Specialist
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Jan 1993 - Jun 1993
Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada Within the greater HRM/Metro area I was responsible for growing the registered membership of the BBB during a 6 month contract position and received written recognition from the Chairman of the Board for exceptional sales performance, surpassing expectations.
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Founder/Entrepreneur
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May 1990 - Nov 1992
Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada While completing undergraduate studies at SMU I turned a hobby into a business by first establishing a sports memorabilia trading kiosk in Scotia Square Mall, growing it to justify expansion into a retail storefront and then successfully selling that business within 2.5 years.
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Education
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Harvard Business School
Sustainable Investing, International Finance -
CFA Institute
Certificate in ESG Investing, International Finance -
Harvard Business School
Disruptive Innovation Strategy, BUSINESS, MANAGEMENT, MARKETING, AND RELATED SUPPORT SERVICES -
Stanford University
Energy Innovation and Emerging Technologies Program, Energy, Environment, and Natural Resources Law -
The London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE)
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Massachusetts Institute of Technology - Sloan School of Management
Blockchain Technologies: Business Innovation and Application, Information Technology -
The Wharton School
Business in the Metaverse Economy, Metaverse -
Saint Mary's University
Master’s Degree, Philosophy -
Saint Mary's University
Bachelor’s Degree, Political Science and Government -
Canadian Securities Institute
Canadian Securties Course, Banking, Corporate, Finance, and Securities Law -
IFSE Institute
IFIC: Investment Funds in Canada Course, Banking, Corporate, Finance, and Securities Law