Jim Trussler is a trusted business advisor specializing in strategy, operations, and finance to drive growth. With expertise in securing funding, he recently guided three companies through the Creative Destruction Lab, earning top-tier investments.
A CPA and international tax expert, Trussler has deep experience founding and scaling businesses, including the Nova Scotia ambulance system and the BlueNose Marathon. He has worked with over 20 startups, navigating them from concept to commercialization, and is skilled in negotiation, branding, and strategy development.
Known for his optimism, persistence, and integrity, Trussler inspires entrepreneurs to think bigger while maintaining strong ethical and governance standards as vice chair of the CPA discipline process.