Richard Abboud

Richard Abboud is an accomplished entrepreneur and leader in the Canadian real estate, private equity, and infrastructure sectors, with over 30 years of experience. He founded Forum as a real estate brokerage in 1996, which evolved into Forum Asset Management, where he serves as Founder, President & CEO. Under his leadership, the firm has achieved significant growth, managing over $2 billion in assets and generating a cumulative return on invested capital in the top 1% of alternative asset managers. forumam+2

Abboud is a strong advocate for entrepreneurship and innovation in Canada. He is the founding chair and a board member of Shift Canada, a non-profit organization focused on changing Canadian mindsets around risk, innovation, and entrepreneurship, particularly among young people through educational programs like Shift Failure. forumam+2

Recognized for his exceptional leadership, Richard Abboud was named the 2024 CEO of the Year by the Ontario Chamber of Commerce, highlighting his success in driving growth, his commitment to sustainable infrastructure, and his philanthropic investments in Canada's entrepreneurial culture. forumam+1

He is actively involved in the community, supporting various not-for-profit initiatives and serving on multiple boards. He lives in Toronto with his wife and two daughters and is an active member of the Young Presidents’ Organization. forumam