Experience

Level Up Mortgages

• Canada
• Real Estate
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Principal Mortgage Broker

  • Oct 2019 - Present

  Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada Do you, the Toronto Commercial realtor, find navigating the Toronto real estate market exhilarating, but the sluggish pace of CMHC approvals can put a damper on even the most promising deals? That's where I come in. As the Principal Commercial Mortgage Broker at Level Up Commercial Mortgages, I specialize in propelling strategic property acquisitions forward with custom-tailored, long-term financing strategies. In a landscape where time is of the essence, my reputation as a top contender… Show more Do you, the Toronto Commercial realtor, find navigating the Toronto real estate market exhilarating, but the sluggish pace of CMHC approvals can put a damper on even the most promising deals? That's where I come in. As the Principal Commercial Mortgage Broker at Level Up Commercial Mortgages, I specialize in propelling strategic property acquisitions forward with custom-tailored, long-term financing strategies. In a landscape where time is of the essence, my reputation as a top contender in the field speaks for itself. Our team has been honored with a nomination for Canada's best commercial mortgage broker of the year, and my consistent presence at prestigious international retreats alongside the industry's leaders underscores our commitment to excellence. What sets us apart: • Expedited Approvals for Acquisition, Refinancing, and Equity Line Mortgages – Even for businesses in their infancy or for First-Time Multi-Family Property Investors. • Tailored programs addressing credit challenges and alternative down payment sources. • Thoughtful Financing Solutions for Residential Rentals and Multifamily Commercial Properties. • Mortgage Options Fine-Tuned for both Holding and Operating Enterprises. • A well-connected network of 50+ lenders, devoted to assisting self-employed professionals in securing commercial mortgages. 🔑 Unlocking Opportunities: CMHC Programs Mastery 🔑 Navigating complex programs is our forte. From the CMHC Construction Multi-Family Top Up to Bridge Mortgage Financing solutions, we excel in guiding you through these strategies. Our proficiency as CMHC MLI Select Program Maestros ensures you access preferential rates and terms for optimized real estate investments. At Level Up Commercial Mortgages, we don't just deliver solutions; we pave pathways to financial triumph. Let's join forces to eliminate the CMHC approval roadblocks and usher in a new era of seamless transactions and empowered clients. Show less



Entrepreneurs'​ Organization

• Non-profit Organizations

• Entrepreneurs Organization Accelerator (EO) Member

  • Feb 2023 - Present

  Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada The Entrepreneurs’ Organization (EO) is a global, peer-to-peer network of more than 17,000+ influential business owners with 213 chapters in 60+ countries. Founded in 1987, EO is the catalyst that enables leading entrepreneurs to learn and grow, leading to greater success in business and beyond.



Grind Less Flow More Podcast

• Canada
• Media Production
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Executive Producer

  • May 2022 - Present

  Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada Grind Less Flow More embodies a portfolio of brands committed to helping today’s brave entrepreneurs grind less and flow more. In the Grind Less Flow More Podcast, Paul Davidescu and guest experts provide the tried and tested strategies to achieve financial stability and align your time with your genius. During these interviews, you’ll walk away with realistic steps you can implement now to protect your time to flow, delegate your grind, and experience lasting joy and freedom.



Food Stash

• Canada
• Non-profit Organizations
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Member Board Of Directors

  • Sep 2016 - Present

  Vancouver Helping the passionate and resourceful team at Food Stash eliminate over 200,000 lbs of food waste in BC since inception through guidance in marketing, social media strategy, and introductions to restaurateurs and food companies passionate about mitigating food waste. Press on Georgia Straight: https://www.straight.com/life/896981/green-living-local-nonprofit-food-stash-foundation-redirects-food-waste-needy



Tangoo Entertainment Inc.

• United States
• Higher Education

• Co-founder and CEO

  • Aug 2012 - Present

  Toronto, Canada Area At Tangoo, we specialize in Sales Go-To-Market Automation and Staff Training for tech companies and service businesses looking to supercharge their sales efforts. We understand that in the fast-paced world of B2B entrepreneurship, sales often take a back seat. That's where we come in, offering a tailored program to help you: 🔹 Make Sales Feel Natural: We empower you to convey conviction and empathy effortlessly, creating meaningful connections with your buyers. 🔹 Access Tailored… Show more At Tangoo, we specialize in Sales Go-To-Market Automation and Staff Training for tech companies and service businesses looking to supercharge their sales efforts. We understand that in the fast-paced world of B2B entrepreneurship, sales often take a back seat. That's where we come in, offering a tailored program to help you: 🔹 Make Sales Feel Natural: We empower you to convey conviction and empathy effortlessly, creating meaningful connections with your buyers. 🔹 Access Tailored Sales Scripts: Our program provides you with ready-to-use scripts, eliminating procrastination and ensuring you always have the right words at your fingertips. 🔹 Train Your Team: From virtual assistants to remote salespeople, we equip your staff with the skills they need to excel in outbound phone calls and transform personalized LinkedIn and email campaigns into direct sales meetings. Our program is designed for founders who have these goals on their horizon: 🌟 Hire Top Sales Talent: Ready to bring in your first significant sales hire but lack the confidence or sales infrastructure? Tangoo has your back. 🌟 Expand into New Markets: Launching a new product or targeting a more profitable niche? We help you break free from relying solely on existing customer referrals. Join us on a journey of sales excellence and propel your business toward unparalleled growth. Let's chat about how Tangoo can be your catalyst for success. 💼📊 The company has been featured on CTV, Global TV, Novus TV, Shaw's 24/604, VancityBuzz, Business in Vancouver magazine, Tech Vibes, The Globe and Mail, and CBC's Dragons' Den. Dragons' Den Episode: http://www.cbc.ca/dragonsden/pitches/tangoo NEXT STEP: Book a 15-minute demonstration to see if we're a match: Email at paul@tangoo.ca or Call +1 (604)-809-3188 Show less



FounderSociety

• United States
• Civic and Social Organizations

• Forbes Magazine Contributor & Official Member

  • Oct 2017 - Present

  Greater Boston Area FounderSociety is an invitation-only organization comprised of ambitious founders and business owners contributing Thought Leadership insights across major business publications such as Forbes, TIME Magazine, and Business Insider.



Lifeschool Inc.

• Canada
• Professional Training and Coaching

• Partner

  • Mar 2017 - Dec 2021

  Vancouver, Canada Area Co-Founder and head educator at Lifeschool, distilling my current entrepreneurial journey into the perfect blend of in-class and real world learning experiences for Canada's next generation of leaders.



Daily Hive

• Canada
• Internet News
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Business Development

  • Jan 2012 - Apr 2015

  Vancouver, Canada Area Focused on scaling the business 24x from multiple angles such as revenue strategy, human capital, content strategy, web design and functionality, branding/marketing, creating/developing partnerships, and long-term strategy.



entrepreneurship@UBC

• Canada
• Education Administration Programs
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Student Advisory Board Member

  • May 2012 - May 2013

  Vancouver, Canada Area Selected as a leader within entrepreneurship@UBC to develop a thriving ecosystem of entrepreneurship at UBC via students, faculty, alumni, and the Vancouver entrepreneur community.



adidas group

• United States
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Key Account Marketing Intern

  • May 2011 - Sep 2011

  Herzogenaurach, Germany • Worked in Style department for Originals Go-to Market team. Located at company HQ; Herzogenaurach, Germany. • Executed up to €1.8 million pan-european adidas marketing campaigns across 530 Foot Locker locations. • Redesigned current marketing campaign ROI tracking tool to better measure marginal marketing sales. • Collaborated and worked with Foot Locker, various marketing agencies, and high profile athletes such as Lionel Messi: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8vuRyPRq3QM



Iona Pacific Inter-Religious Centre

• Higher Education
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Founder of Iona Pacific Youth (IPY)

  • Nov 2009 - Sep 2011

  Vancouver, Canada Area • Lead group of action-oriented students to co-create solutions through inter-religious collaboration. We bridged different ethnic communities throughout North America for collaboration on various social justice projects. • Participated in micro-credit project towards African NPO's; Kito International & Educate! - it focuses on teaching African youth how to be socially entrepreneurial and self sustainable.



Faronics Corporation

• Canada
• Software Development
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Marketing/Sales Intern

  • May 2010 - May 2011

  Vancouver, Canada Area • Generated $200,000 of opportunities in new verticals through targeted e-mail and phone key messaging strategies. • Improved channel recruitment strategy efficiency by 50% through eliminating bottlenecks and improving communication between Marketing and Channel Managers. • Analyzed 1600 North American IT companies, engaging in lead generation for channel partner program in IT Security Software. • Co-founded Faronics' first Recreational Committee, allowing employees to… Show more • Generated $200,000 of opportunities in new verticals through targeted e-mail and phone key messaging strategies. • Improved channel recruitment strategy efficiency by 50% through eliminating bottlenecks and improving communication between Marketing and Channel Managers. • Analyzed 1600 North American IT companies, engaging in lead generation for channel partner program in IT Security Software. • Co-founded Faronics' first Recreational Committee, allowing employees to stay active, build rapport, and eliminate silos by going to market as one engaged team. Show less



Mosaic Jobs

• Sales and Promotional Rep

  • Jan 2007 - Jan 2011

  Marketing and Promotion, Mosaic Jobs • Achieved "Top Salesperson" by selling a record 55 Smirnoff products in four hours by assessing the target market, and building off consumers' excitement as a result of upbeat personality and product promotion. • Optimized sales by a 100% increase through influencing shoppers to buy, "just because your such a good salesmen". • Developed relationships with consumers through experiential marketing executions for clients such as: Coca… Show more Marketing and Promotion, Mosaic Jobs • Achieved "Top Salesperson" by selling a record 55 Smirnoff products in four hours by assessing the target market, and building off consumers' excitement as a result of upbeat personality and product promotion. • Optimized sales by a 100% increase through influencing shoppers to buy, "just because your such a good salesmen". • Developed relationships with consumers through experiential marketing executions for clients such as: Coca Cola, Cadbury (Halls and Stride), Rogers, Blackberry, Microsoft, HP, Samsung, Autos.ca, Ferrero, and Diagio. Show less



Enigma Restaurant

• Canada
• Restaurants
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Marketing Manager

  • Mar 2009 - Sep 2010

  • Responsible for marketing "the neighborhood restaurant" to Greater Vancouver Area. Main responsibility is targeting students and creating events and deals for students and adults alike. • Developed new relationships with 20 organizations on UBC campus such as the Sauder School of Business, Commerce Undergraduate Society, InterFraternity Council and REC - leading to sponsorship and collaborative projects. • Increased student traffic by 15% in the months of March and September by… Show more • Responsible for marketing "the neighborhood restaurant" to Greater Vancouver Area. Main responsibility is targeting students and creating events and deals for students and adults alike. • Developed new relationships with 20 organizations on UBC campus such as the Sauder School of Business, Commerce Undergraduate Society, InterFraternity Council and REC - leading to sponsorship and collaborative projects. • Increased student traffic by 15% in the months of March and September by optimizing Enigma’s on-campus awareness though social media, sponsorship, marketing and promotional work. Show less



Commerce Undergraduate Society

• Canada
• Higher Education
• 1 - 100 Employee

• BCom Student at UBC; Third Year Representative

  • Feb 2009 - Mar 2010

  • Worked on the CUS Board of Directors after being voted into position by 2400 student population at the Sauder School of Business. • Revised $1.2 million budget while chairing the Budget Oversight Committee and obtained approval by the board in August. • Co-created Monthly General Meetings (MGM's) where a platform for direct transparency between the CUS and its students was created.



UBC REC

• Brazil
• Environmental Services

• PR Assistant Director

  • Sep 2008 - Jan 2009

  Created strong brand presence and key messaging to 46,000 student population at UBC through means of online and offline marketing tactics and building relationships with student groups and associations.