About Rundle

Rundle Partners is an investment firm dedicated to accelerating the growth of exceptional Canadian companies. We acquire growth-oriented businesses and empower them to reach their full potential through strategic resources, experienced talent, and proven operational playbooks. Specializing in majority buyouts, we partner with founders and families to build lasting success stories. 

Business Owners who partner with Rundle can expect…

  • A Successful Transaction

    We have a proven approach, an expert team, and the capital to ensure a smooth transaction & transition.

  • A Bigger Financial Win

    We invite all Sellers to invest alongside us, creating an opportunity for a larger upside (in addition to immediate cash proceeds).

  • Growth & Longevity for your Business

    We are experienced operators and investors who invest our personal capital. Our long-term capital removes a forced timeline fo sell.

  • Honesty, Transparency & Follow-Through

    We are committed to being great partners to the owners we buy from.

Explore where we Invest

Our Team has the experience to protect & grow your legacy...

  • Ian Black, Managing Partner

    Ian is a Canadian business leader, known for work in building high-growth companies. He founded Rundle to help Canadian businesses successfully transition owners and grow into industry-defining companies.

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    Ian leads Rundle and chairs its Investment Committee. He actively oversees Rundle’s investments, and chairs the Board of Iris Booth.

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    Previously, Ian led Shopify Retail, Uber Eats and Uber Canada, helping build these industry-changing services into billion dollar businesses. He previously worked at Bain & Company in their strategy and private equity practices.

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    Ian lives in Toronto with his wife and two children. He serves as a board director and advisor to growth-oriented companies, and is a volunteer with St. Michael's Hospital in Toronto. He attended Queen's University (Economics) and INSEAD (MBA).

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  • Buster Shier, Sr. Associate

    Buster is an experienced investor with a successful track-record in private equity, investment banking, and entrepreneurial ventures. He joined Rundle to support the growth of great Canadian companies.

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    Buster leads the sourcing and execution of Rundle’s investments, as well as its supporting Rundle's portfolio companies.

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    Prior to Rundle, Buster co-founded Companion Pet Partners, which was successfully acquired. He also held positions at CPS Capital and BMO Capital Markets, where he developed his expertise in private equity investing.

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    Buster holds an MBA from the University of Toronto’s Rotman School of Management, where he distinguished himself by winning multiple competitions.

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