Slava Apel, a recognized authority in entrepreneurship and global business immigration, has expanded his international credentials by earning the prestigious Certification in “Investment Migration (Cert(IM))”, awarded by the Investment Migration Council (IMC). This accomplishment reinforces Slava’s commitment to excellence, compliance, and ethical leadership in the growing field of investment migration.
What the Certification Represents
The Certification in Investment Migration is a globally respected professional credential designed for experts advising individuals and businesses on residence and citizenship by investment. The online course includes specialized training, covering key topics such as:
- Anti-money laundering protocols
- Due diligence and compliance
- Global mobility trends
- Ethics in investment migration
- International legal frameworks
Mr. Apel successfully completed the program, earning the right to carry the Cert(IM) designation — a mark of distinction in the international migration community. When asked how Mr. Apel sees the new certification will influence the opportunities ahead, Mr. Apel stated: “… there is a difference between hobbyists, and specialists in the area of worldwide migrattion strategies and planning, and even though I have been at the top of my career and an award winning specialist, this certification provides another way for our distribution partners to trust that they are referring clients to the top expert. “
Strengthening Expertise in Global Mobility and Compliance
With this new certification, Mr. Apel is doubling down on the growth and intent of standing out within the Investment Migration Council members and associates. This further connects him to a global network of professionals and policy influencers shaping the future of cross-border migration and investment pathways.
For Slava, the certification is more than a credential — it’s a continuation of his mission: to ensure that individuals and families seeking new opportunities abroad receive transparent, professional, and compliant guidance every step of the way. There are just a few worldwide migration strategies that are applicable to an immigration family, and they would want to make sure that the strategy is coming from experience and not a best-guess. Since Slava’s firm has been providing strategic management of client files for immigration professionals in over 60 countries, this designation certifies ongoing education and up to date knowledge.
Leading Innovation in Canadian Business Immigration
As CEO of Startup Visa Services (a Canada Business Consulting company), Slava Apel has played a pivotal role in transforming how entrepreneurial immigrants succeed in Canada. Through his leadership, hundreds of founders have accessed Canada’s Start-Up Visa program with the support of tailored business planning, legal documentation, and investor-readiness strategies.
His experience has been sought by national conferences, policy roundtables, and media outlets. Now, with the Cert(IM) designation, Slava adds a new layer of depth to his practice — bridging ethical business immigration with investment migration expertise.
Learn more about the Certification in Investment Migration:
Investment Migration Council – Education Programs
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