Dean Lindal

Experienced executive and entrepreneur in innovation and life sciences

Dean Lindal is a prominent entrepreneur and co-founder of International Deal Gateway, a platform designed to facilitate global business connections and transactions. He has a background in managing global teams and has previously worked with the Young Presidents Organization, which focuses on building entrepreneurship among a network of CEOs that represent approximately 12% of the global economy.

In addition to his role at International Deal Gateway, Lindal is associated with Wyndham Court Investments, where he continues to leverage his expertise in fostering business relationships and innovation. His professional journey reflects a commitment to enhancing entrepreneurial opportunities on a global scale.

Lindal is active on LinkedIn, where he shares insights and engages with a community interested in business development and networking.

Experience

Chairman of the Advisory Board at Market leading Life Sciences company (October 2022 - Present)

Advisory Board Member at Edison Innovation Foundation (December 2013 - Present), Co-Founder at Venture Development Canucks (October 2013 - Present), Co-Founder at International Deal Gateway (September 2017 - August 2022), Executive Director Entrepreneurship and Innovation at YPO (December 2013 - August 2017), Executive Director at Catalyst - Early Stage Fast Growth Forum (April 2011 - January 2014), Vice President at LFP (April 2011 - December 2013), Vice President & Founding Management Team at Entrepreneurs' Organization (March 1991 - April 2011), Associate at WAT Capital Corporation (January 1991 - May 1991), Entrepreneur/Self-Employed at Self-Employed/Entrepreneur/Triathlete (April 1986 - August 1990), Sales Associate at North American Peewee Golf (July 1984 - 1988), Paper Boy at Times Colonist (Victoria) (July 1979 - July 1982)

Education

Bachelor of Commerce in Entrepreneurial Management from Royal Roads University (2004 - 2006) - Winner of Dean's Entrance Scholarship, Bachelor of Commerce in Pre-Business from Simon Fraser University (1990 - 1991), Bachelor of Commerce in Business Administration and Management from Camosun College (1988 - 1990)