Meet the Financial Advisors Behind iletavoderae
Real business finance experts who understand the challenges Canadian small businesses face every day
Two Decades of Real-World Experience
We started iletavoderae in 2003 after spending years watching perfectly good businesses struggle with cash flow problems that could have been avoided. Back then, most financial advice was either too academic or too expensive for companies just trying to make payroll.
Our approach is different because we've been where you are. We've helped over 340 Canadian businesses navigate everything from seasonal cash crunches to major expansions. And honestly? The problems haven't changed much, but the solutions keep getting better.
- CPA designation holders since 2001
- 340+ Canadian businesses guided through financial challenges
- Certified Business Valuators (CBV) certification
- Average client relationship spans 4.2 years
- Featured speakers at CPA Canada conferences 2023-2025
The People Behind the Numbers
We're not your typical financial consultants. We actually like talking to business owners.
Vera Chamberlain
Vera spent eight years at a Big Four firm before realizing she preferred helping actual businesses over shuffling paperwork. She specializes in manufacturing and retail cash flow management, and has an unusual talent for explaining tax implications in plain English. Currently pursuing her CFE certification.
Marcus Delacroix
Marcus handles the complex stuff - business valuations, acquisition financing, and succession planning. He's the guy you want when your accountant starts using words like "sophisticated" and "complex structure." Former investment banker who got tired of ties and decided to help family businesses instead.
Professional Background & Ongoing Education
We spend about 80 hours a year in continuing education because tax rules change, business structures evolve, and frankly, we want to make sure we're giving you advice that actually works in 2025, not 2015.
Both team members are active in the Montreal CPA chapter and regularly attend industry conferences. Marcus recently presented on succession planning at the 2024 Canadian Business Valuators conference.
How We Actually Work with Clients
No cookie-cutter solutions or one-size-fits-all templates. Every business is different, which means every approach should be too.
Real Conversation
We start by actually listening to what's keeping you up at night. No forms to fill out first - just a genuine conversation about your business.
Financial Health Check
We look at your numbers, but more importantly, we look at the story behind them. What seasonal patterns matter? Where are the real pressure points?
Practical Solutions
We create a plan that works for your specific situation - not some theoretical ideal. Everything we recommend, you should actually be able to implement.
Ongoing Support
Financial planning isn't a one-time thing. We check in regularly and adjust the approach as your business grows and changes.