Shabnam Saeiarasi is a Client Partner at BDC and strategic advisor who works with Canadian entrepreneurs and business leaders to unlock growth, improve resilience, and navigate complex financial decisions. Drawing on extensive experience in commercial and business banking, she specializes in structuring tailored financing solutions that support expansion, innovation, and long-term competitiveness. Shabnam’s work spans sectors such as manufacturing and services, where she helps companies manage disruption, strengthen cash flow, and invest confidently in their next stage of growth. 

She currently also serves on the Leadership Advisory Committee at the Greater Vancouver Board of Trade. She frequently speaks on topics including access to capital, manufacturing resilience, and how to choose the right mix of financing tools for evolving business needs. 

Known for her practical and empathetic style, Shabnam blends financial acumen with a strong understanding of the real-world challenges entrepreneurs face on the ground. She is a regular contributor to industry events and community forums, where she shares insights on trends affecting Canadian businesses and the future of financing.