Darin Brock

Partner

TorQuest

Toronto, ON

 

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About the Presentation

What Private Equity Looks for in a Business: Insights for Owners Considering Growth or Exit

Thinking about the next stage for your business—whether it's scaling up, taking on a partner, or planning an eventual exit? This session offers a behind-the-scenes look at what private equity firms really look for in potential acquisitions. We’ll cover the key financial, operational, and strategic traits that make a business attractive to investors, how owners can position themselves for interest and value, and what to expect from the process. Whether you're actively exploring options or just starting to think ahead, this is a practical, candid session designed to help you understand your business through an investor’s lens.

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About the Presenter

Darin Brock joined TorQuest in 2006. As a Partner, Darin oversees the firm’s external relationships, managing both business development and investor relations functions. He takes pride in earning the trust and support of investors and collaborating with TorQuest colleagues to identify and pursue prospective investment opportunities.

Prior to joining TorQuest, Darin led the Business Development group at Platinum Equity, a Los Angeles-based global private equity firm. He is an Honorary Director for the Association for Corporate Growth (Toronto Chapter) and served as past Chairman of the Board. He is also on the Corporate Advisory Board for Immunodeficiency Canada and a Director of the Canada-Israel Chamber of Commerce (CICC).

Darin holds a B.A. degree from the University of Western Ontario.