Richard Chen is Managing Director at Hawkbridge Capital Partners, a Toronto- and Shanghai-based investment firm that brings venture-style discipline to growth equity and strategic finance. With 15+ years advising public and private companies, he leads cross-border venture financing, M&A, PIPE transactions, and growth equity deals—underpinned by a value-investing philosophy that treats every transaction as if he were the entrepreneur.

Richard partners closely with founders to structure deals and market entry strategies, backed by Hawkbridge’s deep research and global network across North America, Asia, and Europe . His approach is hands-on and long‑term—advising on execution, capital strategy, and scaling—while maintaining founder-friendly terms. For startups aiming to navigate complex financing rounds or expand internationally, Richard offers strategic capital guidance combined with disciplined, value-driven venture best practices.