Michael Shum

Michael Shum is a seasoned finance professional with extensive experience in investment management and entrepreneurship. Currently serving as Chief Executive Officer at Cascade Debt since March 2022, Michael focuses on democratizing access to institutional debt capital. Prior to this role, Michael was Chief Investment Officer at Accial Capital, where responsibilities included overseeing investment decisions and managing partnerships with fintechs in emerging markets. Additional entrepreneurial ventures include co-founding Shalifay, Investment Frontier, and HK Recycles, reflecting a commitment to social impact and innovation. Michael's early career includes key positions at HSBC, J.P. Morgan, and RBC Capital Markets. Educational qualifications encompass a Master of Information and Data Science from the University of California, Berkeley, and an iBBA in Finance and International Business from the Schulich School of Business.