John Hughes, CPA, CA, MBA

John Hughes

John Hughes , CPA, CA, MBA

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John is a Business Advisor with MNP’s Private Enterprise team in Toronto and the firm’s Client Experience and Growth Lead for Toronto.

With more than three decades of experience, John works closely with Canadian business families, entrepreneurs, and management teams. He helps his clients create value, grow their businesses through a diverse range of services and customized strategies, and achieve their business and personal goals.

Prior to joining MNP, John was national leader of a Big Four private enterprise practice. He is a past national leader of Canada’s Best Managed Companies program, recognizing excellence in Canadian-owned and managed companies. He is the coauthor of two Canadian bestselling books: Building the Best, and Power of the Best.

John earned a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from York University in 1992. He is a Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA), qualifying as a Chartered Accountant (CA) in 1988.

John chairs the Audit Committee for Capitalize for Kids, a not-for-profit organization helping communities and youth in matters of mental health and wellness.


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