OUR PEOPLE
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Good work comes from people who like working together. Meet the team, and see what we stand for.
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JEN GERALD
Director, Marketing + Brand
Jen leads marketing, brand, and communications at Davidson, making sure clients have a consistent experience every time they connect with the firm.
She led the rebrand of Davidson, articulating a brand and values that capture who the firm is today and give it a strong foundation for the growth ahead. Jen mobilizes colleagues to find solutions, builds systems and processes that help people do their best work, and champions constant, incremental change. Away from work, she’s on a tennis court or skiing downhill.
BRIAN GIBSON
Principal, Valuations
CA, CPA, CBV
Brian has valued companies at both ends of the spectrum, from owner-managed shops to billion-dollar deals.
His valuation work spans financial reporting, notional valuations, and litigation damage quantification, giving clients defensible answers to difficult questions.
His sector experience is broad, covering technology, finance, healthcare, retail, mining, real estate, manufacturing, cannabis, agriculture, and emerging technologies. Brian built his expertise through years in assurance at mid-size firms and in business valuations at KPMG.
That combination grounds his valuation work in a strong understanding of financial reporting. He holds a Bachelor of Commerce in Accounting from the University of Alberta and is a CPA, CA, and Chartered Business Valuator.
On a good powder day, you will find Brian on a ski hill, usually being chased downhill by his two kids.
SERVICES
Valuations + Litigation SupportBusiness Advisory + Consulting
INDUSTRIES
Mining, Oil + GasCannabis
Renewable Energy
Real Estate + Construction
Manufacturing + Distribution
Digital Assets + DeFi
BRANDON GRAHAM
Senior Manager, Canadian Tax
CPA
Brandon helps people and businesses trade tax stress for tax confidence.
He turns complex tax challenges into clear, actionable strategies, always explaining the why behind each decision. Clients value his practical, people-first approach and the peace of mind he brings to a system that can feel overwhelming. Whether the question is personal or corporate, Brandon makes the path forward easy to follow.
SERVICES
Canadian CorporatePersonal
International
Estate + Trust
Succession + Estate Planning
Business Advisory + Consulting
Bookkeeping
CRA Representation
INDUSTRIES
Retail + ConsumerHospitality, Food + Beverage
Manufacturing + Distribution
Entertainment + Media
Technology + Gaming
Professional Services
Real Estate + Construction
Financial Services
MICHAEL HAO
Manager, Audit
CPA
Michael turns complex accounting into clear, actionable guidance.
He provides audit and assurance to clients in cryptocurrency, technology, software and gaming, and mining, oil and gas, often working with fast-growing companies in dynamic regulatory environments. Michael takes a proactive approach, partnering closely with management teams to support their reporting and compliance needs.
SERVICES
Public Company AuditPrivate Company Audit
Review + Compilation
IPO + Going Public
INDUSTRIES
Mining, Oil + GasTechnology + Gaming
Retail + Consumer
JUNAID HASSAM
Partner, Public Company Audit
CPA, CA
Junaid leads his team the same way he serves his clients: by example, and by going the extra mile.
He helps private and public companies get clear, practical answers from their assurance and business advisory work, focused on guidance that helps management teams make confident decisions.
His auditing experience is broad, spanning clients in Vancouver, Europe, and the United States, and industries including mining, oil and gas, technology, and manufacturing. That range gives him perspective on how businesses operate across different markets and regulatory settings.
Hard-working by nature, Junaid is recognized for a disciplined approach, strong leadership, and a genuine commitment to client service. He holds a Bachelor of Business Administration from Simon Fraser University and is a CPA, CA.
That same drive shows up away from work, whether he is out for a run, in the gym, or giving back to the community.
SERVICES
Public Company AuditPrivate Company Audit
IPO + Going Public
INDUSTRIES
Mining, Oil + GasTechnology + Gaming
Manufacturing + Distribution
Entertainment + Media
Retail + Consumer
Hospitality, Food + Beverage
Transportation + Logistics
Professional Services
STEPHEN HAWKSHAW
Partner, Public Company Audit
CPA, CA, CPA (WA)
Stephen speaks both IFRS and US GAAP fluently, and helps issuers do the same.
From junior venture companies to investment entities, he gives clients the technical grounding they need to report with confidence.
His audit expertise covers CAS and PCAOB standards across the mining, oil and gas, renewable energy, natural resources, and entertainment and media sectors. Stephen holds a Bachelor of Commerce in Accounting from UBC and is a CPA, CA, and CPA (WA).
Clients value his depth of technical knowledge and the calm, clear guidance he brings to demanding engagements.
An avid SCUBA diver, cyclist, and swimmer, Stephen fills his free time with travel and the company of his American Bully pup, Bianca.
SERVICES
Public Company AuditPrivate Company Audit
Review + Compilation
IPO + Going Public
INDUSTRIES
Mining, Oil + GasRenewable Energy
Natural Resources
Entertainment + Media
JOHN HE
Principal, Canadian Tax
CPA
John has seen tax from inside industry and inside the firm, and it makes his advice sharper.
He specializes in Canadian tax compliance and planning for privately owned businesses and individuals, working closely with owners to manage their obligations and opportunities.
That experience across both industry and public accounting gives him a grounded understanding of how tax decisions play out inside a business, not just on paper. His sector depth includes retail, real estate, and education.
He holds a Bachelor of Commerce from UBC and a Master of Taxation from the University of Waterloo, and is a CPA.
When the files are closed, John is with his family, planning his next trip, or watching the soccer.
SERVICES
Canadian CorporatePersonal
Estate + Trust
Indirect (GST/PST)
Succession + Estate Planning
ASH HIRJI
Manager, Talent Acquisition
Ash helps Davidson find the right people, from early-career talent to experienced hires, while keeping the recruitment process simple and efficient.
He specializes in sourcing hard-to-find candidates and enjoys understanding what motivates people, looking beyond experience to find the right match for both the individual and the team. Approachable and relationship-focused, Ash partners closely with hiring teams and is a go-to resource for recruitment needs and market insight.
MANESA HO
Principal, US Tax
CPA, CGA, CPA (WA)
Manesa untangles a problem that catches many people off guard: US tax for those living in Canada.
She specializes in US cross-border tax issues, guiding US citizens and green card holders through the interplay of two tax systems and the compliance that comes with it.
Her Master of Science in Taxation from Golden Gate University gives her added depth in this specialized area, and as a CPA, CGA, and US CPA she can advise confidently on both sides of the border.
Clients value how she translates complex requirements into plain, actionable steps.
An adventurer at heart, Manesa loves to travel, hike, autocross, and snowboard.
SERVICES
U.S. + Cross-BorderPersonal
INDUSTRIES
Mining, Oil + GasTechnology + Gaming
Real Estate + Construction
Manufacturing + Distribution
Renewable Energy
Natural Resources
Entertainment + Media
Retail + Consumer
Transportation + Logistics
Biotech + Healthcare
Professional Services
MAI HOANG
Manager, US Tax
CPA
Mai helps Canadians and Americans untangle their cross-border tax.
She guides corporations through US tax compliance, from the Canada-US tax treaty and foreign tax credits to residency transitions and delinquent filings. Mai found her passion in making complex cross-border requirements clear. Her spare hours go to rescued animals at local shelters and to crafting artisan bread and desserts.
SERVICES
U.S. + Cross-BorderINDUSTRIES
Mining, Oil + GasALICE HOBLYN
Administrative Professional, Tax + Private Enterprise
Alice helps clients, partners, and Davidson’s Tax + Private Enterprise team keep work organized, accurate, and moving forward, especially when important deadlines are involved.
With a strong understanding of Davidson’s processes and systems, she coordinates tax documentation, manages client communications, and supports partners with administrative processes. Approachable, positive, and always happy to lend a hand, she enjoys solving problems and making things easier for clients and colleagues alike. Outside of work, you’ll usually find her at an early-morning CrossFit class or skiing.
CRAIG JACKSON
Partner, Public Company Audit
CPA, CA
Craig’s job is to protect the one thing every client depends on: confidence in their numbers.
As Partner, Public Company Audit, he leads audits for public companies, so clients receive reliable, well-supported guidance they can stand behind.
He articled with Davidson and built his career here, developing deep expertise in public company audits. Craig works across technology, mining and resources, manufacturing, cannabis, and pharmaceuticals, tailoring his guidance to the specific demands of each.
His commitment to audit quality is the throughline of his work. Clients rely on Craig for exceptional service and a steady insistence on getting it right, every time, which matters most when the reporting is complex or the stakes are high.
An active hockey player, cyclist, hiker, and scuba diver, he is also an avid reader and film buff who loves to travel. Closest to his heart is time with his wife and their two children, Jade and Cole.
SERVICES
Public Company AuditINDUSTRIES
Mining, Oil + GasCannabis
Biotech + Healthcare
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