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Brian Sharwood
Partner at BeachHead Strategic
Brian Sharwood is an experienced COO/CFO executive known for his successful track record in building businesses and scaling ventures from inception to established enterprises.
With a background in finance, operations, and strategic planning, Brian excels at creating robust infrastructures for fast-growing companies to support various functions like sales, customer service, product development, and marketing.
During his tenure at CareGuide, he played a pivotal role as the 3rd full-time employee, leading teams, managing finances, customer success, human resources, and contributing to product development.
At HomeStars, Brian was instrumental in reshaping the company's strategy to drive growth and securing multiple rounds of funding while significantly growing the team.
Brian Sharwood has a solid consulting background with a focus on telecom and technology companies, having worked with various Canadian and U.S. firms to assess business models and develop growth strategies.
His academic achievements include an MBA from Babson College and a Bachelor of Arts from the University of British Columbia, reflecting his strong educational background.
Beyond his corporate roles, Brian also has entrepreneurial experience, having successfully operated a bistro restaurant in Toronto, showcasing his diverse skill set and passion for entrepreneurship.
Brian Sharwood's specialties lie in entrepreneurship, strategy, operations, and sales management, making him a versatile professional with a wide range of expertise.