I bring a dynamic background in finance, analytics, product and project management, and event planning. With strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills, I thrive in data-driven environments and collaborative teams. Currently, I serve as a Senior Analyst, Supplier Analytics at The Home Depot Canada, where my role integrates analytics and product management to drive strategic decision-making and operational efficiency. Beyond my corporate role, I am the founder of CJ Causland Investments Inc., a company dedicated to identifying and acquiring high-potential assets. We invest in and manage businesses that create long-term value and sustainable growth. CJ Causland also supports charitable initiatives and community investments. Additionally, the company has an event planning division, which you can explore here. I am also actively involved in non-profit and community work. I sit on the board of SLEG, a not-for-profit focused on youth employment and mentorship, and serve as an Emergency Response Team (ERT) Responder with the Canadian Red Cross (Disaster Management). I am also a proud member of the Rotary Club in Markham, contributing to local and global humanitarian efforts.
• I learned to fly before I learned to drive.
• I won two gold medals in bowling at the York Region Community Games.
• I am passionate about cycling and motorcycles (though I no longer ride).
• I once competed in a judo tournament as a kid despite breaking my arm in the final match, I still took home second place!
August 2022 - Present
Senior Consultant, Supplier Analytics
Toronto, ON
• Led the data clean-up to create more efficient and user-friendly data analytics for suppliers and vendors
• Increased data efficiency by over 50%
• Oversaw the migration for all suppliers in Canada to the analytics program and identified an opportunity worth over USD$1million annually
August 2021 - August 2022
Senior Coordinator, Project Management
Toronto, ON
• Oversaw products and led projects to over 1,500 locations across multiple clients in Canada, US, and the UK valued at over USD$5,000,000
• Experienced in leading and collocating with cross functional teams and influencing peers
• Implemented projects that improved work efficiency of clients and internal process by 60%
Jul 2020 - February 2021
Product Manager
Toronto, ON• Generated 100% more leads than the targeted expectation while exceeding assigned KPI
• Currently manages a portfolio of client deals worth over USD$2,000,000
• Built, secured, and managed client relations/partnerships from small businesses to C-Level Executives
• Utilized different programs such as, Slack, Zoom, Workday, Square, SAP, Trello, and Asana
• Former Business Development Associate at Facedrive and was promoted within 5 months of employment
Aug 2019 - Dec 2019
Financial Analyst
Toronto, ON• Provided support for client services team by utilizing Salesforce and multiple CRM software on a day to day basis to maintain customer relationships
• Budgeted Petro prices for company vehicles and forecasted its prices using Vlookup to extract data from different files which resulted in an overall monthly savings of more than $10,000
Jan 2018 - Jun 2018
Pricing Analyst
Toronto, ON• Managed corporate client accounts by providing data analysis prior to deadline
• Monitored and identified halted/suspended domestic and international securities preventing losses from over 250 securities during the 6-month period
Jun 2017 - Jul 2017
Fixed Income Summer Analyst
Hong Kong• Conducted with analysts and managing directors in making sure AML/KYC was sufficient with new client deals and IPO
• Proposed ideas to Managing Director’s and Portfolio Manager’s decisions on an appropriate purchase of a stock through analyzing the company’s financial risks, results, and history by researching new data, utilizing investment tools such as Bloomberg
• Developed strong analytical and financial skills, which helped to anticipate market and company needs to determine what stocks is appropriate to buy
May 2016 - Apr 2017
Personal Banker
Toronto, ON• Managed clients (corporate and retail) accounts and understood their needs to provide guidance to financial products and investment opportunities
• Exceeded quota expectations for a month to month basis for account opening, credit card applications, and TFSA mutual fund protects by over 45%
May 2015 - Jul 2015
Listed Equitiy Summer Intern
Hong Kong• Developed ability to size up information for management reports
• Assisted in preparing, tracking, and analyzing economic data on a daily basis
• Developed analytical research capability by picking out relevant and key developments
• Acquired knowledge of financial terminologies in equities, foreign exchange, and use of investment tools such as Bloomberg
• Focused on APAC (Asia Ex. Japan) Companies
• PineBridge has an US$80.3 Billion in AUM with investment capabilities in multi-asset, fixed income, and equities
February 2025 - Present
Founder & CEO
Toronto, ON
CJ Causland Investments is a dynamic investment firm specializing in real estate, hospitality, and entertainment. With a strategic approach to identifying and acquiring high-potential assets, we invest in and manage businesses that drive long-term value and sustainable growth.
Our focus goes beyond traditional investment. We actively operate and optimize businesses to maximize their potential. From real estate developments to hospitality and entertainment ventures, we leverage deep industry expertise and hands-on management to create thriving, profitable enterprises.
In addition to our core focus, we are committed to investing in affordable housing projects that promote inclusive communities and long-term stability. We strive to be equitable in our operations and proudly support local businesses, food banks, and initiatives that foster economic opportunity and social impact.
At CJ Causland Investments, we are building lasting value financially, socially, and sustainably while delivering exceptional experiences across every venture.
August 2020 - August 2023
Co-Founder & CEO
Toronto, ON
• Led the development of the product from conception to launch and formed partnerships with restaurants, investors, and the local community
• Developing a Toronto-based F&B product to support local restaurants. Currently backed by Newmarket Chamber of Commerce, Seneca Innovation (HELIX), YorkU YSpace, Treefrog, and BITS
Feb 2022 - April 2022
York University
Toronto, OntarioA management program that delivers current MBA subjects. The modules of the Mini-MBA provide essential, current knowledge in the top 13 MBA subjects – from marketing to finance
May 2019 - May 2022
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VirginiaA total of 120+ credit course hours completed
Feb 2021 - Apr 2021
General Assembly
Toronto, ON• 480+ hours full-time program, developing full-stack skills with front-end and back-end languages, tools and methodologies
• Technologies used: HTML, CSS, JavaScript, Node.Js, Express, MongoDB, Mongoose, Python, Django, React, SQL, Figma, Heroku
Graduated on Aug 2020
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VirginiaA total of 60+ credit course hours completed with a focus in Business
Completed on May 2018 - Mar 2020, respectively
HBX | Harvard Business School
Boston, Massachusetts
Business Analytics is an 8-week, 40-hour online certificate program from Harvard Business School.
Business Analytics introduces quantitative methods used to analyze data and make better management decisions. Participants
hone their understanding of key concepts, managerial judgment, and ability to apply course concepts to real business problems.
Financial Accounting is an 8-week, 60-hour online certificate program from Harvard Business School. This course teaches the
fundamentals of financial accounting from the ground up. Participants learn how to prepare and interpret financial
statements—the balance sheet, income statement, and cash flow statement—and calculate and interpret critical ratios. The
course concludes with an introduction to forecasting and valuation.
Apr 2018 - Sep 2018
Stanford University
Stanford, CaliforniaExchange at Stanford with heavy focus on statistics courses.
Sep 2017 - Apr 2018
University of Toronto
Toronto, ONA major in Economics with a minor in Political Science
2021 - 2024
Board Member
Toronto, ON
2018 - 2024
ERT Responder
Toronto, ON
Principal @SB Global | GTACC Chair | Best Selling Author
Jireh was my student last term and I have only great things to say about him. Jireh is respectful to everyone he comes in contact with. He has a tremendous work ethic, as he never missed a class and even came when faced with challenges. Jireh takes pride in his work and enjoys working with people. He has a willingness to learn and is coachable, which is so important when looking for top talent. I would gladly recommend Jireh to any top-tiered company!
ICMI Top 25 | Best Selling Author
Jireh Lau volunteered at this year's GTACC (Greater Toronto Area Contact Centre association conference.) He did great work greeting people at the registration desk, as well as helping to setup and take down the registration area. Jireh is very personable, reliable and willing to pitch in and help out.
Managing Director, Co-Head Emerging Markets Fixed Income and Head of Asian ex Japan Fixed Income @ PineBridge Investments
Jireh has worked in my company as an intern. During that time, he has demonstrated an exceptionally strong interpersonal skill and showed a very keen and positive attitude to acquire new skill in areas like equity and financial analysis. We have extended his internship with us which is not common.
VP | Portfolio Manager @ Harvest Global Investments
To whom it may concern, Jireh worked as an intern under me during the summer of 2016. Jireh demonstrated commitment in assignments given . A strong passion is also developed for research work during his internship with us. To me he had shown strong dedication and proactiveness as a person in his work
Chief Representative, Europe @ BEA Union Investment
Came to know Jireh at a career event when he was a high school student & we stay in touch out of his initiative. A kind person with a gung ho attitude, naturally curious on a range of subject matters, and put himself up to different new challenges. Potentially a strong contributor and constructive team member.
Founder @ CountN
Jireh and I have known each other for many years. He is a team oriented leader, who has strong communication skills, and is strong at driving initiatives. At the same time, he is easy going, not afraid to reach out to others, and an excellent networker.
Intermediate DevOps Engineer @ First National Financial
Jireh has excellent communication skills. In addition, he is extremely organized and reliable. Jireh can work independently and is able to follow through to ensure that the job gets done. He is flexible and willing to work on any project that is assigned to him. Jireh was quick to volunteer to assist in other areas of company operations, as well. As a colleague, Jireh is incredibly generous with his time and expertise. Beyond that, his co-worker, I have to say that his humor makes working over time much easier on his team.
Events
“Today a reader, tomorrow a leader.” - Margaret Fuller
Networking
“I am a lifelong entrepreneur that has been motivated by taking the road less travelled.” - Bruce Croxon
Sports
2 Gold Medals!
Leisure
“You can usually tell that a man is good if he has a dog who loves him.” - Bruce Cameron (Author)
Richmond Hill, Ontario
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