About Scott Gelbard
Scott F. Gelbard is the Founder of SGI Global Partners Inc., a boutique family office and strategic advisory firm, and Managing Partner of Peak Ventures, an international business consulting practice. With more than 25 years of experience advising businesses across North America, Europe, and Asia, Scott specializes in strategic growth, capital markets, governance, and long-term value creation for founders, families, and mid-market enterprises.
To date, Scott Gelbard has played an integral role in the success of a variety of companies. He is adept in building businesses in a different industries such as international venture capital, private equity, real estate and technology.
He has published more than 100 articles in his International Business Series, covering topics from M&A advisory and ESG strategy to international market entry and family office wealth management. In 2026, SGI Global Partners expanded its advisory practice into Southeast Asian markets, reflecting growing demand from mid-market companies seeking experienced guidance in one of the world’s fastest-growing economic regions.
Scott possesses a Business degree in Consumer Science from Colorado State University which, combined with his extensive industry experience, helps him coach business leaders on the fundamentals of the American marketplace and international growth strategies.
When Scott isn’t working, he can usually be found on the slopes, soccer field, or the sidelines of an ice rink. He fosters a deep passion for sports, which have always been an integral part of his life. Scott began playing soccer almost as soon as he could walk and continued to play through college on intramural teams. Now, he is a youth soccer coach and still finds himself on the field occasionally. Scott’s love for sports has also been passed down to his sons, who are avid hockey players.
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