BIOGRAPHY
With decades of experience in trading, investment and business management across a number of industries and continents, Ardy Khavari is well-versed in all aspects of business. Originally an entrepreneur in the Canadian travel industry, Mr. Khavari built the largest wholesale retail travel agency in Ontario within three years, supplying 25 other agencies nationally. In the process, he accrued an extensive client base of high-net-worth individuals and corporations from the Middle East, as one of the first western travel agencies to offer fully accommodated tours to Dubai. This in turn led Mr. Khavari to found a Dubai-based trading company specializing in construction materials, achieving an annual turnovers in excess of $250 million USD. In 2010, he began to facilitate financing for a number of large luxury condominium developments in Toronto. His enterprise has since generated tens of millions of dollars in equity and debt financing for real estate development projects, allowing Ardavan to become one of the most prominent investment bankers in the Toronto real estate market. In addition, Mr. Khavari serves as a principal , CEO of 8608 Capital Group as well as a chairman of its affiliate, Haimish Developments Corporation, a leading Toronto-based luxury custom-home development company. Ardy remains a consistent and enthusiastic supporter of several charitable organizations. |
Businesses
JERRY CAPLIN TRAVEL AGENCY / 2005 - 2008
President and Director International Travel Agency featuring tours to over 100 countries, supplying 25 other agencies. CHALLENGE GENERAL TRADING / 2007 - Present
President and Director Trading focusing on construction materials, commodity broker and financing. HAIMISH DEVELOPMENTS / 2011 - Present
Founder & President Development firm specializing in Luxury custom-homes and high-end commercial projects La Boutique Noire / 2014 - Present
Founder & President La Boutique Noire is a return to what a classic dining experience is. Serving only the highest standard in classic French cuisine with dignified service, fine vintage wine and cocktails, linens, table cloths, calm and class within an intimate setting in the most perfect room in Yorkville. 8608 CAPITAL INVESTMENTS / 2018 - Present
President & CEO 8608 Capital Group is a globally active Toronto-based investment and capital management firm comprised of 8608 Capital Group (Investment Banking), 8608 Private Equity, and Family office. Our activities also encompass trading and consulting. |
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Philanthropy and humanitarian work are the root of our community, and the ability to help those in need is a blessing. Through Neo's Foundation, we are working to impact the lives of individuals around the world, by connecting reputable charitable organizations with the donors to help fund their honourable efforts.
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