FTI Foodtech International Inc. Announces Appointment of Veteran Capital Markets Exec Richard Rosenblum as President
VANCOUVER, B.C., CANADA - FTI Foodtech International Inc. (TSX-V: FTI) ('FTI' or the 'Company') is pleased to announce Richard Rosenblum, a distinguished executive with over 30 years of proven leadership across strategic advisory, capital formation, investment banking, and public company governance, has been appointed President of FTI. This strategic appointment marks a significant milestone in FTI's expansion into the U.S. market and positions the company for accelerated growth and cross-border investment opportunities.
Mr. Rosenblum will be based out of Delray Beach, Florida, where he will lead the Company's planned American operations and help drive long-term shareholder value. His deep expertise in capital markets, corporate strategy, and scaling companies from early-stage to public market success aligns with FTI's vision of building a robust, innovation-led global platform.
Currently serving as Founding Principal and CEO of Harborview Capital Advisors LLC, a boutique advisory and investment firm established in 1994, Mr. Rosenblum has spearheaded capital raises, M&A transactions, and growth strategies across industries. He has also overseen a wide array of commercial and multifamily real estate investments both domestically and internationally.
Mr. Rosenblum has previously served as President, Chief Financial Officer, Secretary and Director of Innovative Payment Solutions, Inc., an emerging growth fintech company.
His previous leadership roles include serving as Director, President, and Executive Chairman of Alliqua Biomedical Inc. (NASDAQ: ALQA), now trading as Nexgel Inc. (NASDAQ: NXGL), where he guided the company through critical phases of product development, commercialization, and public market expansion in the wound care space.
In addition to his new role at FTI, Mr. Rosenblum continues to serve as an Independent Director at Innoveren Scientific Inc. Inc (IVRN) a biosciences company developing cellular therapeutics for chronic respiratory conditions, where he provides strategic and financial oversight.
Mr. Rosenblum earned his B.A. in Finance and Accounting, summa cum laude, from the State University of New York at Buffalo. He is also a founding board member of the Dr. David Feit Memorial Foundation, a philanthropic organization supporting youth-focused programs.
With extensive experience navigating U.S. and Canadian markets (NYSE, NASDAQ), Mr. Rosenblum brings invaluable leadership as FTI expands its footprint, strengthens its operational foundation, and advances its mission to bring value-driven innovation to global markets.
'This appointment is a very strategic and important one for FTI as we continue our growth at FTI and Richard will play a key role, especially in the USA market and, along with assisting myself in developing FTI becoming a leader within its industry', said Stephen Brown, Chairman and CEO of the Company.
About FTI Foodtech International Inc.
The company is focused on developing an innovative retail and barter e-commerce platform for products that address challenges and promote sustainability within the cosmetic, skincare, wellness, health and industrial product industries. FTI is committed to delivering high-quality, reliable products and solutions that meet the evolving needs of its clients worldwide.
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This information release contains certain forward-looking information, including about the Company's planned American operations. Such information involves known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors that may cause actual results, performance or achievements to be materially different from those implied by statements herein, and therefore these statements should not be read as guarantees of future performance or results.For more information, contact:
Stephen Brown, CEO
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https://fticorp.ca
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