Michael Young
Chairman at BETTER CHOICE COMPANY INC.
Net worth: 332 190 $ as of 2024-03-30
Network origin in Michael Young first degree
| Entity | Entity type | Industry | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Public Company | Specialty Stores | 22 | |
| Public Company | Investment Banks/Brokers | 9 | |
| Subsidiary | Agricultural Commodities/Milling | 6 | |
Aphria International, Inc.
 Aphria International, Inc. Pharmaceuticals: MajorHealth Technology Aphria International, Inc. engages in the development and production of medical cannabis products. It operates with partners in Germany, Israel and Italy, and is exploring opportunities in several other countries, to develop commercial production and global distribution of medical grade cannabis in legalized markets. The company is headquartered in Brampton, Canada.
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| Holding Company | Pharmaceuticals: Major | 5 |
| Public Company | Financial Conglomerates | 3 | |
| Public Company | Pharmaceuticals: Other | 2 |
Chart of Companies connected to the second degree
Multi-company connection
Companies connected to Michael Young via their personal network
| Company | Sector | Related people | Main position |
|---|---|---|---|
Angiotech Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
 Angiotech Pharmaceuticals, Inc. Medical SpecialtiesHealth Technology Angiotech Pharmaceuticals, Inc. is a global specialty pharmaceutical and medical device company, which engages in developing, manufacturing and marketing medical products and technologies, within the areas of interventional oncology, wound closure and ophthalmology. The company was founded by William L. Hunter and Cruz F. Tony in 1992 and is headquartered in Vancouver, Canada. | Medical Specialties | Director/Board Member | |
| CGX ENERGY INC. | Oil & Gas Production | Director/Board Member | |
| FRONTERA ENERGY CORPORATION | Oil & Gas Production | Corporate Secretary | |
| CARGOJET INC. | Air Freight/Couriers | Director/Board Member | |
| JADE POWER TRUST | Electric Utilities | Director/Board Member Corporate Secretary | |
James Richardson & Sons Ltd.
 James Richardson & Sons Ltd. Food: Major DiversifiedConsumer Non-Durables James Richardson & Sons Ltd. engages in international grain trade and agri-food business, energy, real estate, financial services and investments. It offers agriculture and food processing, energy exploration, development and marketing, financial services, and real estate services. The company was founded by James Richardson in 1857 and is headquartered in Winnipeg, Canada. | Food: Major Diversified | Chief Executive Officer Corporate Secretary | |
The Word & Brown Cos.
 The Word & Brown Cos. Life/Health InsuranceFinance The Word & Brown Cos. markets and distributes health plans. The firm provides post-sale services, including claims, billing, continuity of care and commission support services. The company was founded by John M. Word and Edward J. Brown Jr. in 1985 and is headquartered in Orange, CA. | Life/Health Insurance | Founder Chief Operating Officer Founder | |
Choice Administrators Insurance Services, Inc.
 Choice Administrators Insurance Services, Inc. Managed Health CareHealth Services Choice Administrators Insurance Services, Inc. markets and distributes health plans. Its plans include Aetna, Ameritas, Anthem Blue Cross, Assurity, EyeMed, Dentegra Smile Club, Health Net, Kaiser Permanente, Landmark Healthplan, and UnitedHealthcare. The company is headquartered in Orange, CA. | Managed Health Care | Chief Executive Officer Director of Finance/CFO | |
| York University | College/University | Undergraduate Degree Undergraduate Degree | |
| University of Toronto | College/University | Undergraduate Degree Undergraduate Degree Graduate Degree Undergraduate Degree | |
| University of Western Ontario | College/University | Undergraduate Degree Graduate Degree | |
| University of Wisconsin | College/University | Masters Business Admin Masters Business Admin | |
| University of Windsor | College/University | Undergraduate Degree Graduate Degree | |
| Northern Alberta Institute of Technology | College/University | Undergraduate Degree | |
| Olds College | College/University | Undergraduate Degree | |
Richardson Financial Group Ltd.
 Richardson Financial Group Ltd. Investment ManagersFinance Part of James Richardson & Sons Ltd., Richardson Financial Group Ltd. is a Canadian company that provides wealth management services. The private company is based in Winnipeg, Canada. H. Sanford Riley has been the CEO of the company since 2003. | Investment Managers | Chairman Director/Board Member | |
Richardson Capital Ltd.
 Richardson Capital Ltd. Investment ManagersFinance Richardson Capital Ltd. (Richardson Capital) is a private equity arm of Richardson Financial Group Ltd founded in 2003. The firm is headquartered in Winnipeg, Canada. | Investment Managers | Chief Investment Officer Chief Executive Officer | |
Halo, Purely for Pets, Inc.
 Halo, Purely for Pets, Inc. Agricultural Commodities/MillingProcess Industries Halo, Purely for Pets, Inc. engages in provision of natural pet care products. It offers dog and cat food, nutritional supplements, herbal grooming supplies and treats; and spot’s stew and ingredients, natural treats, and pet supplements. Its products are sold online, as well as through a network of stores in the United States and Canada. The company was founded by Andi Brown in 1986 and is headquartered in Tampa, FL. | Agricultural Commodities/Milling | Chief Executive Officer Corporate Officer/Principal | |
The Canadian Bar Association
 The Canadian Bar Association Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services The Canadian Bar Association operates as a professional organization. The non-profit company is based in Ottawa, Canada. and has subsidiaries in Canada. | Miscellaneous Commercial Services | Corporate Officer/Principal Corporate Officer/Principal | |
National Association of Health Underwriters
 National Association of Health Underwriters Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services The National Association of Health Underwriters operates a health underwriters association. The non-profit company is based in Arlington, VA and has subsidiaries in the United States. The CEO of the company is Janet Trautwein. | Miscellaneous Commercial Services | Chairman Corporate Officer/Principal | |
Institute of Corporate Directors
 Institute of Corporate Directors Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services The Institute of Corporate Directors is a not-for-profit, member-based association that serves as a resource and voice for directors and boards. The non-profit company is based in Toronto, Canada, and has subsidiaries in Canada. The ICD provides thought leadership through various publications and is a unified voice for directors. The Canadian company was founded by Brian J. Gibson, and Rahul K. Bhardwaj has been the CEO of the company since 2016. | Miscellaneous Commercial Services | Corporate Officer/Principal Director/Board Member | |
| CGX Resources, Inc. | Director/Board Member | ||
| ON Energy, Inc. | Director/Board Member | ||
Word & Brown General Agency
 Word & Brown General Agency Insurance Brokers/ServicesFinance Word & Brown General Agency was founded by John M. Word and Edward J. Brown. The American company has been assisting brokers and agencies for more than 30 years in selling health, dental, and other insurance products, making the process easier for them. Jessica Word has been the CEO of the private company since 2000. | Insurance Brokers/Services | Founder Founder Director of Finance/CFO | |
| FERONIA INC. | Agricultural Commodities/Milling | Director/Board Member Corporate Secretary | |
| GCIE Holdings Ltd. | Director/Board Member | ||
| Grand Canal Industrial Estates, Inc. | Director/Board Member | ||
| Richard Ivey School of Business | College/University | Undergraduate Degree Masters Business Admin | |
| GREENHAWK RESOURCES INC. | Precious Metals | Director/Board Member Director of Finance/CFO | |
| Northern Dynamics, Inc. | Chief Executive Officer | ||
| THE FLOWR CORPORATION | Agricultural Commodities/Milling | Director/Board Member Director/Board Member Chairman | |
Terrace, Inc.
 Terrace, Inc. Hospital/Nursing ManagementHealth Services Terrace, Inc. engages in cannabis assets development and acquisitions. The company was founded by Francisco Ortiz von Bismarck and is headquartered in Toronto, Canada. | Hospital/Nursing Management | Director/Board Member Director/Board Member | |
| TERRACE GLOBAL INC. | Financial Conglomerates | Founder Director/Board Member | |
| YOOMA WELLNESS INC. | Medical Distributors | Founder Director/Board Member Chief Executive Officer | |
Maverix Private Equity
 Maverix Private Equity Investment ManagersFinance Maverix Private Equity (Maverix Private Equity) is a venture capital firm founded in 2019 by John Ruffolo and Mark G. Maybank. The firm is headquartered in Toronto, Canada. | Investment Managers | Consultant / Advisor | |
Yooma Europe Ltd.
 Yooma Europe Ltd. Internet RetailRetail Trade Founded in 2021, Yooma Europe Ltd. is a part of Yooma Wellness, Inc. and operates as an online retail platform. The private company is based in London, UK. | Internet Retail | Director/Board Member Director/Board Member | |
Gmp Capital, Inc.
 Gmp Capital, Inc. Investment ManagersFinance Gmp Capital, Inc. provides wealth management services. The private company is based in Toronto, Canada. | Investment Managers | Director/Board Member Director of Finance/CFO | |
Venture Communications Marketing Ltd.
 Venture Communications Marketing Ltd. Advertising/Marketing ServicesCommercial Services Part of Believeco\:Partners, Venture Communications Marketing Ltd. is an advertising agency. The private company is based in Toronto, Canada. Venture Communications Marketing was acquired by Believeco\:Partners on November 03, 2022. | Advertising/Marketing Services | Director/Board Member | |
Believeco:Partners
 Believeco:Partners Advertising/Marketing ServicesCommercial Services Believeco\:Partners provides marketing, communications, and engagement services. The company is based in Calgary, Canada, and has subsidiaries in Canada. The CEO of the Canadian company is Neil Follett. | Advertising/Marketing Services | Chairman |
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International
| Canada | 37 |
| United States | 8 |
| Bahamas | 2 |
| Barbados | 2 |
| Guyana | 2 |
Sectoral
| Finance | 14 |
| Consumer Services | 9 |
| Commercial Services | 6 |
| Process Industries | 5 |
| Energy Minerals | 3 |
Operational
| Director/Board Member | 230 |
| Corporate Officer/Principal | 69 |
| Chief Executive Officer | 54 |
| Chairman | 52 |
| Independent Dir/Board Member | 50 |
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| Michael Dacosta | 37 |
| Lorne Abony | 36 |
| Anthony Lacavera | 35 |
| Dave Brown | 30 |
| Hartley Richardson | 26 |
| Lionel Conacher | 24 |
| Arlene Dickinson | 24 |
| David Ferguson | 22 |
| Richard Kimel | 22 |
| Ryan Roebuck | 19 |
| Stanley Martin David Beck | 19 |
| Deborah Starkman | 14 |
| Stephen Arbib | 13 |
| Clinton Gee | 11 |
| Joel Strickland | 11 |
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