Based in Toronto, Ontario, Barbara Hendrickson, is the CEO and Founder of BAX Securities Law, which has been ranked as one of the top 10 corporate boutique firms in Canada and was recently recognized by the inaugural edition of Best Law Firms™ in Canada. Hendrickson has practised in the securities area for over 25 years, including as senior legal counsel with the OSC, specializing in real estate syndication, private equity, crypto trading platforms, venture capital and investment funds. Hendrickson has been involved in numerous transactions and has been counsel for dozens of public and private companies, advising them on capital raising, M&A, take-overs, corporate structuring, fund formation, debt & equity financing, corporate governance strategies and effective securities compliance programs. Hendrickson has received a number of awards throughout her career including the Women’s Law Association President’s Award, recognizing her substantial contribution and commitment to the promotion of women in law and as a leader in the legal profession.