Ches co-founded AP Capital in March 2007 and leads the company in the quest to be Canada’s best non-bank alternative lender. In addition to being an executive of AP Capital, Ches co-founded Vendasta Technologies, one of Canada’s fast growing technology firms. Mr. Hagen has over 25 years experience building companies and raising capital for private enterprises in Canada through various channels including conventional banks, venture capital firms, investment dealers, family offices, and exempt
market dealers.

Additionally, Ches Hagen served as President of the BC MIC Managers Association (www.bcmma.org) from 2021 to 2023. The association represents 30 mortgage investment corporations in British Columbia, collectively managing approximately $6B in capital.