BEC / AUG / 2025

8 AUG 2025 | BUSINESS ELITE CANADA helped us stay competitive, even in volatile times. We’ve also become more disciplined: we pass on more deals than we do, and we never compromise our underwriting standards.” This combination of vision and restraint has shaped Brasswater’s reputation in the investment community. “We don’t chase deals to generate fees. Every acquisition is made with the mindset of longterm ownership, and we’re always investing our own money alongside our partners. That alignment of interest is at the core of how we operate.” SPEED, FOCUS, AND FLEXIBILITY “A few things differentiate us, but the big one is our structure,” Quint explained. “Being a private company with a lot of expertise gives us the ability to move quickly and decisively. We don’t have layers of bureaucracy or outside pressures dictating how and when we act. We’re able to underwrite deals faster than most firms, and when we decide to move forward, we close quickly.” That speed has been critical in competitive markets. “That kind of speed and conviction sets us apart,” he said. “It’s part of our DNA. We’ve built a culture where decisions are made quickly, but never carelessly.” SUSTAINABILITY WITH SUBSTANCE “Sustainability isn’t just a buzzword for us; it’s something we’ve prioritized since day one,” said Quint. “A big part of that comes from my own 2455 Metropole Development Project

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