Based in Surrey, BC Canada, Icarus Capital Corp. specializes in live and digital entertainment. The company’s initial milestone includes successfully securing the necessary funding to become a publicly traded company, recently listed as ICRS on the TSX-V (Toronto Stock Exchange - Venture). Assets include the stand-up comedy club Yuk Yuk's Calgary, Yuk Yuk’s Surrey, Yuk Yuk's Media and Yuk Yuk’s Western Canadian Theatre Shows. Keep coming back here for more updates as we continue to grow and evolve in the entertainment industry.
Our Executive Team
Eric Y. Lapointe, COO & Director
Eric Y. Lapointe is COO & Director of Icarus Capital Corp. Lapointe specializes in marketing strategy, live event management, content development & distribution. Previously, Lapointe served as the President of Now Global Distribution Inc. (And Now Global), a media consulting agency that specialized in international content distribution. Prior to moving to British Columbia, Lapointe was an executive at Just For Laughs and Cirque du Soleil. Lapointe’s entrepreneurial journey includes running a record company, Grenadine Records, between 1999-2004 where he helped launch over over 10 artists.
Scott Robertson, Yuk Yuk’s Calgary GM & Senior Advisor
A comedy industry veteran for the past 30 years, Scott is the current GM of the Yuk Yuk’s Calgary comedy club. He has also acted as a Yuk Yuk’s Inc. as a comedy club implementation consultant and supports Icarus with its overall comedy vision.
Thomas Bell, Chairman of the Board
An instrumental leader of Icarus Capital’s Board of Directors, Thomas is a former Executive Vice President of Corporate Development at Great Canadian Gaming with substantial public market, investor relations and finance experience. Thomas Bell also sits on numerous community not-for-profit boards.
Howard Blank, CEO & Director
Howard Blank is CEO & Director of Icarus Capital Corp. A former executive of Great Canadian Gaming and a Director on multiple boards, Howard brings expertise in media, marketing, entertainment, and good governance. Since 2004, Howard has helped raise over $1 Billion for NPOs and received numerous awards, including the King Charles Coronation Medal.
Arjun Rudra, CFO
Arjun Rudra is CFO of Icarus Capital Corp. and co-manages Yuk Yuk’s BC operations, including talent bookings. Rudra brings over nine years of experience in the Canadian investment industry, specializing in regulatory compliance, governance, and risk management. He previously held roles at Canaccord Genuity Corp. and Haywood Securities, where he oversaw account approvals, marketing compliance, and policy development in line with IIROC and CSA regulations.
Greg Mulvey, Director
Based in Ontario, Gregy Mulvey is a BBA graduate and now WestJet pilot with a passion for entertainment, Greg provides Icapital with structure and process-management experience.
In Memory Of Garry Yuill, Founder
Garry Yuill was the Founder of Icarus Capital Corp. He was a highly respected leader in finance, education, and entrepreneurship. Garry’s legacy is one of dedication, innovation, and impact. It was through Garry’s vision that Icarus Capital became a publicly traded company on the TSX-V and the team will continue to honour his legacy.