Mission and Investment Philosophy

"Investors should remember that excitement and expenses are their enemies...if they insist on trying to time their participation in equities, they should try to be fearful when others are greedy and greedy only when others are fearful." - Warren Buffet, Berkshire Hathaway Chairman's Letter (2004).

My clients realize very quickly that their values are similar to my own and that I have the knowledge and experience necessary to earn their trust. I provide peace of mind by cutting down on the worry and "noise" commonly associated with wealth management.

By working at the nation's leading independent full-service brokerage I can provide financial advice that is unbiased and gives you access to the entire spectrum of financial products available. This ensures you receive a customized financial plan that meets your unique needs and objectives. All clients also receive ongoing education, communication and service that is second to none. It is in this way that I meet, and exceed, my clients' expectations.

Client Profile

I focus on business owners, entrepreneurs and professionals who are passionate about their work. Retirees also make up a growing segment of my client base. Since I am an entrepreneur, I enjoy working with clients that are key decision makers within their organization, no matter their title.

Over the last few years I have specialized in working with clients in the energy sector, especially those in the oilfield services sector. My focus has been on maximizing the value of their investments, reducing their level of taxation and risk, and (in some cases) unlocking the true value of their companies. These clients come from diverse backgrounds and are spread across the entire Western Canadian Sedimentary Basin (WCSB), but, the majority of them live and work in "Oil Country".

Business Model and Services

While focusing primarily on my clients' long-term financial gain, I remain committed to developing rock-solid client relationships. I have a strong belief in tactical asset allocation (public and private equities, cash, bonds, commodities, etc) and diversification amongst various sectors. It is the mix of these various assets, and the diversification within them, that help to improve returns and decrease volatility of the overall portfolio. As personal or market circumstances change I work closely with my clients to re-balance their investments accordingly.

Most of my services are fee-based in nature but I also provide access to a significant amount of capital markets opportunities through Canaccord's focus on the small to mid-cap space.

The full range of investment services I offer include:

• Canadian, U.S. and International Equities
• Government and Corporate Bonds
• Mutual Funds and Managed Accounts
• Trust accounts (Formal and Informal)
• Individual Pension Plans (IPPs)
• Corporate Accounts and Group Plans
• Tax Free Savings Accounts (TFSAs)
• Registered Retirement Savings Plans (RRSPs)
• Registered Retirement Income Funds (RRIFs)
• Registered Education Savings Plans (RESPs)
• Private Placements and Initial Public Offerings (IPOs)
• Insurance Solutions*.

* Available through Canaccord Estate Planning Services Ltd., a subsidiary of Canaccord Wealth Management.

About Mike

My entrepreneurial spirit began at an early age while helping out in my grandparents' hardware store in small-town Northern Alberta. Witnessing the incredible amount of time, energy and money they put into their business was an early eye-opener for me. The lessons I learned about the passion it takes to run your business through good times and bad have stayed with me to this day.

I moved to Edmonton over 10 years ago to pursue a post-secondary education. It was during my time at school that I began my career in the financial services industry, having joined a successful senior advisor's team as an assistant. Upon graduation from the University of Alberta, School of Business I was offered a full time position and jumped at the chance. I have been with Canaccord ever since.

I am active in numerous community organizations such as the YMCA, the U of A Business Alumni Association (BAA), and I am a member of a local Masonic lodge, Ivanhoe #142. I was also the Partnership Manager for the inaugural Energy Services Summit (ESS), the premier networking and business planning event for leaders in oilfield service companies. I am an ardent sports enthusiast and enjoy snowboarding, hockey, soccer, golf and even slow-pitch. I am also an avid traveler.