JORDAN ALFORD - Key Persons
Born and raised in Saskatoon, Andrew has lived in Calgary since 1983 and graduated with his Bachelor of Commerce degree at the University of Calgary. He has been with RBC Dominion Securities since 1995. Andrew is able to manage portfolios on both a discretionary and non-discretionary basis and his focus on blue-chip, dividend and income producing investments allows his clients peace of mind knowing that their stable portfolio has been designed to meet their income and growth needs.
Andrew and his wife Sara live in Strathcona and have two adult children. Andrew believes in giving back to his community and is an active volunteer, coaching both hockey and ringette for over 20 years while also serving on the board of the Trails West Hockey Association for 10 years in many roles including President and Chairman. Andrew is currently a Board Member of Hockey Calgary, and the Southwest Arena Society which operates the Flames Community Arenas, and has previously served on the Board of the South Calgary Ringette Association. Andrew's other interests include golf, water-skiing, fishing, travel, world history and recreational hockey.
Andrew and his Associate Advisor, Sacha Kirkland, provide their clients with a well rounded approach to overall Wealth Management that includes Investment Management, tax planning strategies, estate planning and financial planning. Our focus is on conservative investment management and ensuring that all of our clients financial needs are satisfied.
Andrew focuses on managing clients' portfolios and aligning them with the needs and goals determined by our Wealth Management Process.
Brett earned a spot on the St. Louis Private Wealth team in 2021 as an associate, having impressed us with his disciplined mindset, sense of responsibility, and eagerness to learn - things that cannot be taught. For his part, Brett is on the same page: "It's hard not to be at your best every single day when you're working with such excellent leadership. The work ethic here is second to none."
Brett manages a variety of responsibilities to keep our operation running smoothly. His day-to-day activities include asset allocation, efficiently managing accounts, assisting in portfolio rebalancing, execution of trades, and monitoring pending transfers. Brett is also very interested in the world of portfolio management and is eager to take on more responsibility in this area as he gains experience.
A graduate of Mount Royal University, Brett holds a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) degree in finance, and has also completed the Canadian Securities Course (CSC) and the Conduct and Practices Handbook (CPH) Course.
Job Titles:
- Senior Portfolio Manager & Wealth Advisor
Devin continues to find excitement in his work every day, maintaining a slow and steady path toward what motivates him most of all: giving people financial freedom. "When you don't stress about money - that's a life changer," says Devin.
Coming from modest means, Devin's eye is always on the prize, and he puts in the hard work it takes to earn it. With several years' worth of experience in various roles at RBC in Kelowna and Calgary, Devin took on the challenge of becoming an investment advisor in 2009. Before long, he had established himself and has now earned his place among the top investment and wealth management teams at RBC Dominion Securities.
While determination and discipline have propelled Devin to the top of his league, he is never, ever too busy to give of his time - be it to advise on how the firm operates (Devin sits on the Dominion Securities Advisory Board), counsel a fellow investment advisor, attend to a client need, or even help a client's friend or relative. "We want clients to come to us with whatever financial problems they have, big or small," says Devin.
Devin has achieved the recognition of Fellow of the Canadian Securities Institute (FCSI) - the highest accolade in our industry - and also holds additional designations, including the Certified Financial Planner (CFP®), Chartered Investment Manager (CIM), and Financial Management Advisor (FMA). Devin began his academic journey at Okanagan University College, where he obtained a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) degree with a specialization in finance.
When Devin is not working, he and his wife, Andrea, travel the world - they've visited more than 40 countries so far, and counting. An avid wine collector, Devin continually advances his knowledge and appreciation for wine and the culinary arts, including completing levels two and three at the Wine & Spirit Education Trust (WSET).
John began his career with RBC Dominion Securities in Edmonton in 2005. After working as an Investment Advisor and Assistant Branch Manager, he moved to Calgary in 2012 to manage the Calgary Northwest branch. In 2016, John was appointed Assistant Branch Manager of the Calgary Dome Tower branch, before progressing to Co-Branch Manager in 2020, Branch Manager in 2021 and Branch Director in 2022.
Originally from Regina, Saskatchewan, John moved to Alberta and attended Concordia University College where he commenced his studies and played varsity basketball before transferring to the University of Alberta where he completed his Bachelor of Commerce degree. John has earned his Chartered Investment Manager (CIM) designation and is a Fellow of the Canadian Securities Institute (FCSI).
Job Titles:
- Branch Technology Specialist
Sacha is a Calgary native with a Business degree from SAIT and has completed many of the essential courses in our industry relating to Investment Management and Financial Planning. Outside of work she is passionate about snowboarding, travelling, music and film.
Sacha is happy to assist with your administrative needs and she is also able to provide independent investment and financial planning advice. Sacha is a rising star in our office and has a very cheerful disposition and a positive outlook on life.
Job Titles:
- Associate
- Associate / Shannon
Absolutely nothing slips by Shannon, who keeps all of our client matters - from booking meetings to processing documentation - perfectly sorted and organized. In her 25-plus years in the business, Shannon has yet to come across a client query she can't find the answer to swiftly and communicate it succinctly. She relies on hands-on experience as well as technical knowledge gained by completing the Canadian Securities Course (CSC), the Conduct and Practices Handbook (CPH) Course, the Canadian Investment Funds Course (CIFC), the Professional Financial Planning Course (PFPC), and the Branch Compliance Officer (BCO) Course.
Just as important, says Devin, "she keeps us in line," explaining that Shannon's scrupulous scheduling helps him and the rest of the team operate at peak efficiency. "Shannon is the engine - she always gets us and our clients where we need to be."
In her off hours, Shannon enjoys engaging in just about any outdoor activity, especially in the mountains, with her husband. They lead an active lifestyle that involves indoor and outdoor soccer, golf, downhill skiing, and snowboarding.
Job Titles:
- Branch Operations Manager
Job Titles:
- Associate
- Investment Advisor
- CIM
There is no language barrier in numbers, which is why Tom flocked to them as a French immersion student, growing up in Manitoba. His keen interest led Tom to earn a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) degree from the University of New Brunswick (UNB), with specializations in finance and economics. Having gained experience in wealth management at RBC Dominion Securities and another major financial institution in the Greater Toronto Area, Tom soon took his talents to Calgary to take up a new opportunity (and get away from Toronto traffic). Tom was in the right city but on the wrong team, but before long, in 2015, he found his professional fit with St. Louis Private Wealth.
As associate investment advisor, Tom expertly identifies market opportunities and risks to model and maintain tax-efficient portfolios that align with clients' long-term financial goals. Not surprisingly, one of Tom's favourite parts is seeing the numbers coming together. "There are a lot of moving parts in investing, so you're constantly adapting," he says, adding that being "on it" for clients is rewarding. But for Tom, the ultimate sense of pride comes from the bigger picture - protecting clients' wealth long term. In his words, "I'm proud to be part of a team that delivers."
Committed to ongoing professional development, Tom holds the Chartered Investment Manager (CIM) designation, and is a Level III Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) candidate.
Outside of work, Tom volunteers as the treasurer for the Calgary Chapter of UNB's Alumni Association. He also plays softball, and makes the most of mountain culture by skiing (particularly ski touring), hiking, and exploring Alberta's parks with his wife and dogs.
Job Titles:
- Branch Operations Manager