Founder and CEO of Harbourfront Group of Companies

Danny Popescu is an entrepreneur, wealth management professional, and philanthropist. He is the founder of Harbourfront Group of Companies, and Chief Executive Officer of Vancouver-based Harbourfront Wealth Management Inc. He is also the founder and Director of Harbourfront Gives Foundation, which has raised over $460,000 in donations for a number of local, national, and global charities.

Danny Popescu began his finance career at Canada Trust, where he gained valuable experience in lending and investments. Later, during his tenure as Senior Vice President at National Bank Financial from 2011 to 2013, Popescu specialized in tax minimization planning, portfolio construction, income planning, and philanthropic planning.

Having accumulated significant experience, Danny Popescu felt it was time to start his own firm and founded Harbourfront Wealth Management in 2013. He established an investment firm with a personal investment of $11 million and six employees. Since that time, the valuation of the firm has grown, with the enterprise value of the firm rising to $425 million in 2022, when Audax Private Equity Group made a nine-figure investment into the firm, recognized as a finalist of ACG BC’s Deal of the Year.

As a thought leader in the financial industry, Danny Popescu is frequently sought after for his expertise and insights. He has shared his knowledge through speaking engagements, conferences, and media appearances, inspiring others with his innovative ideas and entrepreneurial spirit.

Danny Popescu is also deeply committed to giving back to his community. This led him to establish the Harbourfront Gives Foundation, a charitable organization dedicated to making a positive difference in Canada and around the world. The foundation's mission is to support various causes, including education, healthcare, and social initiatives, aiming to uplift disadvantaged individuals and communities by supporting food banks, children's hospitals, and educational programs.

Danny Popescu’s philanthropic endeavors extend beyond monetary contributions. He actively engages in community initiatives, volunteering his time and expertise to create meaningful change.

Danny Popescu’s dedication has not gone unnoticed. He has been honoured with several prestigious awards and recognized as a top advisor by respected industry publications. At the age of 32, he was recognized as Canada’s top advisor at the country’s largest asset management firm. He’s also been named one of Business in Vancouver’s Top Forty under 40, and one of Canada's Top 50 Industry Leaders by Wealth Professional. Under his leadership, Harbourfront Wealth Management has been named Brokerage of the Year for three years running, and was recently recognized as a finalist for Multi-Office Advisor Network/Brokerage of the Year, Most Innovative Use of Wealth Tech, and Employer of Choice by Wealth Professional Magazine.

Through his leadership of Harbourfront Wealth Management and the Harbourfront Gives Foundation, Danny Popescu continues to leave an impact on both the financial landscape and the communities he serves.

He remains committed to empowering individuals, supporting businesses, and driving positive change.

Danny Popescu’s rise began with dreams, goals and the drive to achieve them.

Here are some little-known facts about Danny’s story:

– Danny was a Finalist for EY Canada Entrepreneur Of The Year 2023 award;

– Danny was a Finalist for ACG British Columbia 2022 Dealmakers of the Year Awards;

– Danny is a Member of the YPO (Young Presidents’ Organization) in Vancouver, Canada since March 2018

– Danny Popescu began working as a bank teller at age 23 in Toronto, where he started to learn the ropes of the industry and began moving up.

– When he moved to Vancouver in 2001, he knew he wanted to be part of an investment advisory business but didn’t know how to begin. Not knowing anyone in the city, he stood on the street downtown and began talking to business people on their lunch breaks about tax and investments with a little survey he would give out.