David Birkenshaw

Toronto, Ontario

Business, CEO, Finance and Investment

David Birkenshaw is an accomplished professional in the mining industry and an active investor in the Toronto business community. He is currently the Managing Director of Birkenshaw & Company Ltd., a capital markets and financial services firm with investments in mining and other major industries. Previously, David Birkenshaw served as CEO and Chairman of several other investment companies, making him a successful entrepreneur with developed business leadership.

Early life

David Birkenshaw enrolled in York University where he studied English. His educational background has helped him to become highly skilled in arbitrage, portfolio management, and strategic planning.

Career

David Birkenshaw was the Senior Vice President and Director in the firm of PricewaterhouseCoopers from 1999 to 2002. In this position, he guided the strategic direction of client engagements and was active in business development. His stay in the company sharpened his specializations in operational efficiency, financial analysis, and client relations, preparing him for future leadership roles.

In 2012, Birkenshaw entered the mining industry as CEO and Director of Planet Mining Exploration. In this position, he developed key corporate strategies directed toward the company’s exploration and sustainable growth initiatives. He instilled a culture of growth and advancement as a Director of Kaizen Discovery from December 2013 to October 2015, where he was instrumental in positioning the company’s resources in response to the market.

In 2013, Birkenshaw became the Chairman of the Board of Meryllion Resources, exercising corporate oversight and direction in strategy development and implementation while ensuring that the company complied with industry requirements and environmental sustainability. In this role, he consistently demonstrated competency in corporate governance and risk management.

Pivoting to entrepreneurship, Birkenshaw launched Bluesky Digital Assets (formerly BitBlox Technologies Inc.) in May 2018. He remained active in the company until December 2019, during which he contributed to several initiatives aimed at integrating technology with business strategies. He then formed the company Bluesky, entering a new field, technology-oriented business solutions, and displaying a level of professionalism and adaptability rapidly changing environments,

Today, David Birkenshaw serves as Managing Director of Birkenshaw & Company Ltd., a position he has proudly held for over 35 years.

Net Worth

David Birkenshaw’s net worth is unknown.

Achievement

Founded Bluesky Digital Assets, a dedicated AI and blockchain investor with a focus on research and development

Led Planet Mining Exploration as CEO and Director, focusing on strategic growth in the mining and exploration industry

Played a key role as Chairman of the Board at Meryllion Resources, enhancing corporate governance and operational transparency.

Contributed to high-level strategic initiatives as Director at Kaizen Directory, supporting the company’s growth and sustainability efforts.

Served as Vice President and Direction at PwC, overseeing client engagements and business development efforts.

Currently the Managing Director of Birkenshaw & Company Ltd., a position he has held since 1990.