ETCHEGARY - Key Persons
Alicia has been with RBC Dominion Securities for over 25 years and joined the Pringle Group in 2003. She has comprehensive knowledge and is well-versed in client relationships.
She specializes is equity trading, internal compliance and discretionary account monitoring. She is also a licensed Insurance Representative.
Job Titles:
- Admin, LL.B, TEP
- Member in Good Standing of the Law Society of Upper Canada
- TEP
Ariel graduated from the University of Ottawa with a degree in Business Administration in 1992, and from the Faculty of Law in 1994 where he served on the editorial board of the Law Review.
He was called to the Ontario Bar in 1996. Prior to joining RBC, Ariel spent 5 years teaching Real Estate Law and Estate Law at La Cité Collégiale in Ottawa. For the previous 12 years, Ariel held several positions at a major trust company, culminating in the role of Trust Manager.
Ariel is a member in good standing of the Law Society of Upper Canada, and the Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners (Canadian chapter). His significant practical experience in estate planning and administration allows him to offer valuable guidance during the creation of your estate plan.
Born in Vancouver, Audrey moved around the country with her parents, immigrants from Hong Kong, and the family eventually settled in Toronto. From a young age, Audrey was interested in human behaviour, leading her to pursue a Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology from York University.
After earning her degree, Audrey brought her compassionate perspective to the financial industry, working in various administrative roles at another leading financial institution. She eventually joined the wealth management arm, where she was introduced to Marcus Etchegary, a new advisor who was building his practice from the ground up. Since then, Audrey has been an integral part of The Etchegary Wealth Advisory Group.
Today, Audrey is the organizational mastermind of the team, handling all administrative tasks as our clients' first point of contact. She takes great pride in answering all their requests in a timely fashion, monitoring their accounts, and providing them with peace of mind. "I really want to be helpful to our clients whenever they need me, and I hope to create meaningful relationships with them over the long term," she says.
When not providing an exceptional level of care to our clients, Audrey enjoys creating lasting memories with her family through shared experiences, building LEGO sets with her young son, and experimenting in the kitchen with new recipes.
Caroline's approach to managing wealth is threefold: sincere understanding, financial expertise and broad experience. She emphasizes getting to know her clients and their families, appreciating their goals, concerns, wants and needs. Caroline then helps them ask the right questions: Do they have enough to retire? Are they protected with sufficient insurance? Is their wealth transfer plan accurate and comprehensive? For over 20 years, Caroline has helped families answer these critical questions and develop appropriate strategies to reach their unique goals.
Caroline began her career as a currency trader at a major Canadian bank. Then in 2000, she joined RBC Dominion Securities as an Associate Advisor, serving a variety of clients with appropriate solutions while earning the highest credential in Finance, the Chartered Financial Analyst designation. In 2002, Caroline became an Associate Portfolio Manager with Pringle Group of RBC Dominion Securities, where she is involved in all aspects of managing client portfolios, as well as economic and company research. Constantly expanding her skillset, Caroline is also a licensed Insurance Representative in Ontario and licensed to trade options and derivatives. In an era of hyper-specialization, Caroline's capabilities span several disciplines of wealth management which allows her to provide her clients with insights and wealth solutions that could only come from experience broad as it is deep.
Caroline is a proud francophone and even prouder mother of two girls.
Chris began his career in the investment industry with The Russell Group in 1998. He has held many roles over the years; currently specializing in equity trading, discretionary account monitoring and international client onboarding. Chris also helps oversee the administrative and compliance aspects of the business.
After a number of letters of appreciation from clients and partners, Chris was awarded the highest RBC Performance award available to employees in 2014 for exceptional client service. Chris is a Certified Financial Planner, Chartered Investment Manager, Financial Management Advisor, Fellow of the Canadian Securities Institute and Licensed Insurance Representative.
Chris lives in a quiet suburb in north east Toronto with his wife Avril and their two children Brandon and Kyla. He enjoys travelling to the white sand beaches of the Caribbean. Chris also enjoys delicious food, California Zinfandel and spending a few evenings each week dining out or expanding his culinary skills. To offset his indulgences Chris maintains an active lifestyle, exercising at the gym 3 - 4 nights a week and cycling during the warmer months.
Job Titles:
- Associate Wealth & Investment Advisor
Cindy works closely with financially successful and multi-generational families helping them to invest in, and define, their financial and retirement goals. She provides clear, straightforward financial and planning advice using proven wealth management strategies.
Cindy has over 25 years of experience with RBC Dominion Securities. She has a BA from Western University, and has the designations: Chartered Investment Manager (CIM), Certified Financial Planner (CFP), Certified International Wealth Manager (CIWM) and Fellow of the Canadian Securities Institute (FCSI). She is also a licensed Insurance representative.
Cindy is a native of Toronto, and is working towards the personal goal of seeing all the Wonders of the World. Travelling has given her an appreciation of the many cultures and foods of the world, and also the need for a budget! When not travelling, you will most likely find Cindy and her husband Andy lakeside on Georgian Bay, or on a ski hill.
In 1994, Tony joined RBC, where he established what is today one of the leading advisor-managed groups - the Pringle Group of RBC Dominion Securities. Today, the Pringle Group is captained by three CFA-certified portfolio managers who serve high-net-worth and institutional clients in all of their wealth wants and needs.
Tony strongly believes in giving back and has shared much of his time and expertise to charitable endeavors, such as the Canadian Mothercraft Society, where he was a Board Member and Chair (1987-1993), and the Belmont House Foundation, as a Board Member and Chair (2004-2016).
Job Titles:
- Investment Advisor
- Senior Portfolio Manager
Derek works to help individuals, families and foundations in an increasingly complex and volatile investment environment to build custom portfolios and create meaningful legacies using investment research.
He believes that communicating with and educating clients is a key to their financial success and to further that goal writes a daily note for clients on financial planning, the companies they own and investment topics of the day.
While Derek is 20-year veteran of financial services, he grew up in the industry, with his father having founded The Russell Group in 1980. Derek has earned the Chartered Financial Analyst designation and received a Bachelor of Commerce from Queen's University. Prior to being with The Russell Group, he was a Research Analyst at Cormark Securities (formerly Sprott Securities) researching and valuing companies in the alternative energy and industrials sectors for institutional clients such as North America's largest pension plans, mutual funds and hedge funds.
Derek lives in Toronto with his wife Lisa and two young sons Eddie and Nick. He enjoys going on walks with his sons in Sunnybrook Park and knows all the best playgrounds in the Bayview and Lawrence area. He is a long-time season ticket holder of the Blue Jays and Argonauts and believes firmly that their times will come again.
Job Titles:
- CIM / Senior Portfolio Manager & Wealth Advisor
- Senior Portfolio Manager & Wealth Advisor
Jack joins the Pringle Group after various roles with Dominion Securities in Hamilton and Ottawa.
Jack, a Concordia University Finance graduate, is an IIROC licensed Registered Representative. Jack has completed the CIM® (Chartered Investment Manager) designation - the industry standard for discretionary investment and portfolio management services. He passed Level One of the CFA Program (Chartered Financial Analyst) and is currently a Level Two Candidate working towards his full designation.
He is eager to learn and looks forward to delivering outstanding client service built upon trust and integrity.
Jessica started with RBC Dominion Securities in 2022 and moved into her role on our team this summer. She executes the day-to-day management of administration, client fund requests, documentation, and account organization. Her goal is the highest attention to detail to ensure a seamless process for our clients.
With an international background, Jessica grew up in Hong Kong, took an exchange program in Bristol in UK and moved to Toronto since 2008. She is fluent in English, Mandarin and Cantonese. She graduated with a Bachelor of Social Sciences degree, majored in International Political and Economic Affairs and over 15 years of customer service experience specialized in high profile clients.
Jessica is a dedicated mom, living in downtown Toronto with her husband, Kenny and their two daughters, Chloe and Charlotte. With her husband in the airline industry, she is blessed to be able to travel all over the world to meet new people, experience different cultures and explore local food which is Jessica's lifelong passion. In her down time, Jessica enjoys reading, playing piano and learning new musical instruments.
Born in Toronto to a hardworking immigrant family, Jim saw firsthand the importance of sacrifice and dedication to accomplishing your goals. Showing an interest in finance early on, Jim brought these values to the Ted Rogers School of Management at Ryerson University, where he earned a Bachelor of Commerce degree in Finance. Through a wide range of classes that provided a deep understanding of the three channels of finance - corporate, investments, and planning - Jim found his passion and never looked back.
After he graduated, Jim earned his Certified Financial Planner (CFP) designation and began his career at a branch of another leading financial institution. By eagerly pursuing opportunities to expand his knowledge and qualifications, he worked his way up to the role of associate on our team and strengthened his skills by providing high-quality, objective financial advice to our clients.
Today, as Marcus's second in command and an integral part of the nucleus of our team, Jim focuses on planning, strategizing, and advising clients in all aspects of wealth management and investments. "Wealth management is all about helping clients take control," he says. "It's our job to help strategize, plan, and set them on the path to success by adding extreme value, even to individuals who are already incredibly successful."
Outside of the office, Jim enjoys spending time with his wife and their Maltese puppy. He is an avid sports fan and loves to golf, play basketball, and snowboard.
Kristen has been in the financial industry since 2009 and with RBC Dominion Securities since 2015. As a licensed Associate, Kristen is responsible for providing clients with timely information, execute portfolio recommendations, assist with client portfolio reviews, and coordinate with our Wealth Partners to provide Financial Planning, Insurance and Estate Planning advice. Kristen's positive attitude and strong work ethic complement the team's commitment to customer service excellence.
Kristen is originally from Edmonton and now lives in downtown Toronto with her husband Brad and their two sons, Brayden and Zachary. They love exploring the city and going to St. Lawrence market on the weekends. In her down time, Kristen loves to travel and is always looking to try new restaurants around the city.
Job Titles:
- Branch Operations Manager
Job Titles:
- Portfolio Manager & Wealth Advisor
Born in St. John's, Newfoundland and Labrador, Marcus was raised to understand that success is attainable but that it doesn't just happen - you have to put in the work to accomplish it. Taking that belief to the ice, Marcus worked his way up to play Junior A hockey on the east coast where he attended St. Francis Xavier University and earned a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) degree. "A lot of hockey players didn't have a plan B," he says. "But the game taught me the values of hard work and discipline which has made me successful in the business world."
Upon graduating, Marcus carved his own path and determinedly pursued a career in finance, where he could positively impact the lives of others. Earning a position in retail banking, Marcus became an investment advisor at one of Canada's leading wealth management firms and quickly grew the business through his disciplined and personalized approach. After spending almost a decade building his practice, Marcus brought his team to RBC Dominion Securities in 2020.
Today, Marcus proudly leads a group that serves as the "general manager" of their clients' wealth, delivering individualized solutions and building relationships with their clients around the values of clarity, dedication, accountability, and trust. He puts in the effort to maintain team chemistry and respects the specialized role of each member, ensuring they always work together to provide an exceptional client experience. "There's no dictatorship here; it's all collaboration," he says. "We always say, ‘the best idea wins' to ensure we deliver the best that we have to offer to our clients."
When not at the office, Marcus enjoys spending time with his wife and two young kids. An active family, they love to play hockey and go fishing, or simply enjoy the great outdoors together.
Job Titles:
- Premier Banking Advisor, RBC Royal Bank
Margaret as a Premier Banking Advisor will be providing customized advice to high-net-worth clients for their unique banking and credit needs. She is focused on building enduring relationships with clients and their families, while ensuring all aspects of their financial needs are addressed through the full range of comprehensive solutions available at RBC.
As an Advisor, Margaret works as a single point of contact providing personalized service and tailored advice to help save time and effectively manage day-to-day banking and credit needs for select clients of Wealth Management Canada.
Margaret brings 34 years of experience under her belt in the Financial Services Industry. Her focus on outstanding customer service and client care is what builds that strong connection and successful relationships with high net worth clients.
Highly respected by her industry peers and clients alike, Margaret has continued delivering holistic advice and helped clients reach their financial goals. Prior to her current role, Margaret has worked as a Personal Banker and a Financial Planning Associate. She has proven that collaboration along with her business growth mindset is a great asset to RBC Premier Banking and RBC Wealth Management Canada.
Margaret believes in giving back to the community. She is a strong supporter of JDRF Canada and Run for Vaughan. She fundraises each year and is a strong advocate for both causes.
Maria's focus lies in providing high level account services for athletes, entertainers, and high net worth families has earned her the RBC National Award of Excellence. She strives to nurture these relationships by prioritizing client satisfaction as well as working to develop new and existing banking relationships.
Maria has worked with RBC for over 30 years, with the first half of her career with RBC Private Banking and the second half with wealth management at RBC Dominion Securities. Her passion lies in discovering a need an finding a solution which includes her enjoyment of connecting others.
Living downtown at Toronto's Harbourfront, Maria loves being on the water and can often be found walking her adorable dog Murphy along the shores of Lake Ontario.
Mariana joined the team with a strong background in Finance and Economics and a desire to consistently aim for excellence. She holds a Bachelor of Commerce degree in Business Management from Ryerson University. Mariana is responsible for the team's day-to-day operations and client communications. With a strong commitment to clients, Mariana is dedicated to providing the highest level of service to all of our clients.
Recognized for always bringing forward fresh insights and innovative ideas to the table, Mariana uses her passion for data analysis to bring in new perspectives to the team. Mariana is also professionally fluent in Spanish and has an exceptional ability to build strong client relationships.
Job Titles:
- Banking Advisor for Toronto
- Premier Banking Advisor, RBC Royal Bank
As a Premier Banking Advisor for Toronto, Niaz Dharas works as a single point of contact providing banking and credit solutions for select clients of Wealth Management Canada and their families. Partnering with Investment Advisors and Investment Counsellors across the Toronto region, he provides personalized service and tailored advice to help clients efficiently and effectively manage their day-to-day banking needs.
With over 20 years of experience in the financial industry with Royal Bank of Canada, Niaz is well respected by his clients and peers. Niaz's solid track record for providing Exceptional Customer Service and his consistent engagement with key partners have proven to deliver Top Level Client Loyalty results.
Niaz was born and raised in Toronto. He is happily married to his wife of 20 years and currently resides in Markham. In his spare time, Niaz enjoys working out, meditation and watching sports with his friends. He is also an active volunteer with the Ismaili Council for Ontario for over 10 years.
Along with his Investment Funds in Canada certification, Niaz also holds a Specialized Honors Bachelor degree from York University.
Job Titles:
- Associate
- Investment Advisor
Paul believes effective portfolio management begins with a full understanding of a client's goals, wishes, and future aspirations. Through clear communication and education, Paul implements proven wealth management strategies to protect and grow wealth, ensuring clients have complete confidence in their financial picture so they can focus on what's most important to them.
Paul graduated from the Sprott School of Business at Carleton University with a Bachelor of Commerce degree (Finance major, Economics minor). Paul is committed to ongoing professional development and currently holds the Chartered Investment Manager (CIM) designation. Paul is a Licensed Insurance Representative and has also passed Level I of the CFA Program.
In his spare time, Paul enjoys being out on the golf course, occasionally picking up the guitar, and going for family walks with his girlfriend Krista and two prized Labradoodles, Moose and Millie.
Sean joined RBC Dominion Securities in 2021, serving as an administrative assistant with Investment Advisors. Over the course of six months in the role, he has become adept at the technical requirements of procedural and compliance standards, while continuing to build his strong organizational and interpersonal skills.
Sean holds a Bachelor of Business Administration degree from St. Francis Xavier University with an advanced Finance major.
Sean grew up in Toronto and spends his summers in Muskoka playing golf and doing various watersports. He is a big sports fan and enjoys spending his time doing physical activities.
Shaina has been with RBC for almost 2 years now, joining the Pringle Group as an Administrative Assistant after working for New Investment Advisors at RBC Dominion Securities.
She primarily works on Client Onboarding, Account Administration, Transfers of Assets, Periodic Compliance reporting and Annual Review arrangements.
Shaina graduated from George Brown College, Toronto in B.Com ( Financial Services). Outside of work Shaina enjoys Reading, trying different cuisines and taking road trips with her sister.
Shelagh has been with RBC Dominion Securities for over 30 years and joined the Pringle Group in 2002 specializing in the administration and compliance of accounts.
Ted is a Bachelor of Commerce graduate from the University of Toronto and a Certified Financial Planner. He also holds designations as a Chartered Investment Manager, Trust and Estate Practitioner and is a Fellow of the Canadian Securities Institute.
Ted believes that a financial plan is extremely valuable in helping you achieve your goals for overall long-term financial well-being. It can provide you with a clear picture of where you are now and create a strategy for what you need to do, to have peace of mind for the future.
Bill knows that no single approach is the right approach for any one individual, and so he has trained in a range of financial solutions. From investment management to will and estate planning, Bill, and his team have helped many individuals, families, and businesses navigate the complexities of wealth management to achieve their aspirations.
In 2012, Bill brought his disciplined and knowledge-driven investing approach to the Pringle Group of RBC Dominion Securities, where he manages client portfolios and interprets the latest investment and economic trends. He has earned the Chartered Financial Analyst designation, one of the most renowned and rigorous credentials in the investment industry.
Bill dedicates much of his time outside of work to charitable causes he is passionate about. He currently sits on the Audit and Finance Committee for St. Michael's Hospital Foundations and on the OVC Pet Trust Board of Directors. He previously sat on the St. Michael's Hospital Foundation Board of Directors and chaired the St. Michael's Young Leaders Committee (2017-2019).
Bill and his wife Stephanie are proud parents to their daughter's Claire & Grace.