Help scale a trusted Canadian food brand as it enters its next phase of growth across North America.
About the Company
Our client is a leading manufacturer of allergen-safe baked goods operating from a 30,000 sq. ft., dairy-, nut-, and peanut-free facility in Ontario, the company delivers nutritious, great-tasting snacks that are trusted by parents and preferred by major retailers across Canada and the U.S. With sales exceeding multi millions and a clear roadmap to $10X+, the business is at an inflection point — expanding its product portfolio, optimizing its operations, and preparing for significant strategic opportunities.
The Opportunity
Our client is establishing a four-member Advisory Board to support its next stage of growth. The board will bring cross-functional insight, operational guidance, and strategic foresight as the company builds capacity, expands distribution, and positions for long-term value creation. This is a non-fiduciary, advisory role designed for seasoned executives looking to make a tangible impact in a high-growth, founder-led environment.
The Advisory Board will meet quarterly in person (4 offsites annually) and engage monthly (approx. 10–15 hours) with the leadership team. One of the advisors will assume a Board Chair capacity, providing additional structure and oversight as the company matures its governance and strategic planning practices.
Advisor Profiles
1. Operational Growth & Manufacturing Advisor
An experienced food manufacturing executive with a track record of streamlining operations, scaling production, and building facilities. This individual will advise on facility optimization, capacity planning, automation, and operational KPIs across a North American footprint.
Ideal Background:
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Former COO, SVP Operations, or Plant GM in food manufacturing
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Experience scaling multi-site operations and building greenfield/brownfield facilities
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Deep knowledge of food safety, regulatory compliance, and operational excellence
2. Finance & Capital Strategy Advisor (CFO Track)
A former CFO of a high-growth business, ideally with experience navigating private equity investment, strategic exits, or recapitalizations. This advisor will support the company on funding strategies, capital allocation, banking relationships, and M&A readiness.
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Former CFO in food/CPG, PE-backed or exit-stage company
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Strong grasp of cost structures, working capital, and growth funding
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Experience with board reporting, investor relations, and diligence processes
3. Brand & Marketing Advisor
A visionary marketer and brand builder with a track record of scaling consumer-facing food brands across digital and traditional retail channels. This individual will help shape brand positioning, go-to-market strategy, and marketing ROI.
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Former VP Marketing, CMO, or founder of a successful food or snack brand
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Experience with omnichannel growth, consumer insights, and innovation strategy
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Strong understanding of brand equity development and shopper marketing
4. Retail & Channel Strategy Advisor
An expert in food retail with a buyer-side perspective. This advisor will bring insights on retailer dynamics, pricing strategy, assortment planning, and promotional effectiveness.
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Former food buyer or senior category manager at a major retailer
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Deep knowledge of North American grocery and mass retail
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Experience advising or working with challenger brands
Why Join This Advisory Board
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Impact: Influence the trajectory of a mission-driven brand making snacks safer and healthier for families.
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Growth: Shape a company that is rapidly scaling and actively planning for new markets, new channels, and future capital events.
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Engagement: Join a founder-led business where your voice matters, and your experience directly informs strategy and execution.
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Community: Collaborate with a like-minded group of experienced operators, finance leaders, and brand builders.
Interested? – Next Steps
If you’re a seasoned executive ready to lend your expertise to a purpose-led, high-growth food business, we’d love to connect. Reach out to the Egility team to explore this unique advisory opportunity.
Egility is committed to creating and fostering culturally diverse, equitable, and inclusive organizations. We recognize the value in a wide range of ideas, perspectives, experiences, and skillsets in our client’s workplaces. Our client is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with the Accessible Canada Act, 2019 and all applicable provincial accessibility standards, upon request, accommodation will be provided by both Egility and our client throughout the recruitment, selection, and/or assessment process to applicants with disabilities.
