Jeff Hergott

Jeff Hergott is a partner practising in the areas of corporate finance, mergers and acquisitions, and corporate commercial law. With a proven track record representing issuers, investment dealers, and key stakeholders, Jeff delivers strategic counsel across a broad spectrum of capital markets and M&A transactions. His expertise spans both public offerings and private placements of equity and debt securities, ensuring clients receive comprehensive guidance tailored to their unique business goals.

Jeff’s M&A experience is extensive, advising clients on public and private share and asset acquisitions, mergers, takeovers, joint ventures, and going-public transactions. He is a trusted advisor to start-ups and growth companies, guiding them through every stage of their lifecycle—from formation and progressive financing rounds to successful exits via capital market transactions or private sales. Jeff’s collaborative approach ensures entrepreneurs and business leaders benefit from practical, forward-thinking solutions.

Select Transactions

• Acted for Givex Corp. on its $200 million all cash acquisition by Shift4 Payments.
• Acted for FLUENT Corp. on its acquisition of RIV Capital Inc. via plan of arrangement.
• Advised The Flowr Corporation on its $35 million sale of subsidiary Holigen Holdings to Akanda Corp. and Cannahealth Limited.
• Represented Heliene Inc., a leading North American solar PV module manufacturer, in financings totaling US$170 million.
• Guided Ridout & Maybee LLP on its acquisition by IPH Limited and integration with Smart & Biggar.
• Supported Origin Therapeutics Holdings Inc. in its reverse takeover transaction with Safe Supply Streaming Co Ltd.

As an instructor with the Board Diversity Network—a board-readiness program co-founded by Wildeboer Dellelce in 2023—Jeff is committed to advancing diversity and inclusion within the executive community. His leadership in this initiative reflects his dedication to empowering diverse talent and fostering inclusive governance across organizations.

Jeff’s reputation for client-centered, results-driven, service makes him a sought-after advisor for businesses navigating complex financial and strategic transactions.