Paul Johnston
Senior Wealth Advisor
Paul graduated with an Honours Bachelor of Commerce degree. He has attained the Chartered Investment Manager (CIM) designation and he is a Fellow of the Canadian Securities Institute (FCSI). The FCSI is the highest honour and most senior credential in Canadian financial services. It is reserved solely for an elite group of experienced financial services professionals that meet the highest standards for advanced education, ethical conduct, industry experience and peer endorsement.
For over 25 years, Paul has provided his clients with conscientious financial, tax, and estate planning advice.
Tyler Hynnes, CFA
Associate Wealth Advisor
Tyler Hynnes is a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) charterholder. The CFA charter is one of the highest distinctions in the investment management profession.
Graduating from Lakehead University with an Honours Bachelor of Commerce degree, he spent eight years working in the financial industry in Calgary, Alberta. In 2016, he returned to his hometown, Thunder Bay, ON with his family and joined CIBC Imperial Service. There, Tyler helped clients achieve their goals by creating tailored plans for their investments, credit and cash management.
Expertise, integrity and exceptional service are what you can expect from Tyler. Whether it be your personal or business needs, he will ensure that your financial goals form the basis of your comprehensive wealth management plan, built by leveraging the financial products and services available to him.
Take the first step in achieving the financial future you want by contacting Tyler.
Fred Brown
Associate Wealth Advisor
Since 2007, Fred has been providing wealth management advice along with first-class service, establishing long-lasting relationships with his clients and their families. Fred is committed to working with individuals and businesses to construct a process that will help them to achieve their financial dreams. Fred is Canadian Securities and Life Insurance licensed. His passion for creating personal service and individualized financial plans is what drives him to be successful, respected and trusted.
Lauren LeMarquand
Client Associate
Since joining CIBC Wood Gundy in 2014, Lauren has held various roles supporting our branch, most recently Branch Administrator. She brings over 7 years of financial services industry experience and has her Canadian Securities License. Lauren is the primary point of contact for any day-to-day needs. She values her professional relationships and strives to provide superior customer service. Lauren has a friendly demeanor, an infectious smile and is always willing to take the extra step to ensure things get done correctly and efficiently.
Colleen Loroff
Client Associate
Colleen graduated with an Honours Bachelor of Arts degree from Lakehead University. She has over 25 years in the financial services industry and has worked alongside Paul since 1999. Colleen's knowledge and expertise gives her a leading edge in providing outstanding customer care. She has her Canadian Securities License and works alongside with many of our client's tax advisors. Colleen's professional attitude and responsiveness as she oversees all internal operations ensures that all clients recieve an exceptional level of service.
Paul Johnston
Paul graduated with an Honours Bachelor of Commerce degree. He has attained the Chartered Investment Manager (CIM) designation and he is a Fellow of the Canadian Securities Institute (FCSI). The FCSI is the highest honour and most senior credential in Canadian financial services. It is reserved solely for an elite group of experienced financial services professionals that meet the highest standards for advanced education, ethical conduct, industry experience and peer endorsement.
For over 25 years, Paul has provided his clients with conscientious financial, tax, and estate planning advice.
Tyler Hynnes, CFA
Tyler Hynnes is a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) charterholder. The CFA charter is one of the highest distinctions in the investment management profession.
Graduating from Lakehead University with an Honours Bachelor of Commerce degree, he spent eight years working in the financial industry in Calgary, Alberta. In 2016, he returned to his hometown, Thunder Bay, ON with his family and joined CIBC Imperial Service. There, Tyler helped clients achieve their goals by creating tailored plans for their investments, credit and cash management.
Expertise, integrity and exceptional service are what you can expect from Tyler. Whether it be your personal or business needs, he will ensure that your financial goals form the basis of your comprehensive wealth management plan, built by leveraging the financial products and services available to him.
Take the first step in achieving the financial future you want by contacting Tyler.
Fred Brown
Since 2007, Fred has been providing wealth management advice along with first-class service, establishing long-lasting relationships with his clients and their families. Fred is committed to working with individuals and businesses to construct a process that will help them to achieve their financial dreams. Fred is Canadian Securities and Life Insurance licensed. His passion for creating personal service and individualized financial plans is what drives him to be successful, respected and trusted.
Lauren LeMarquand
Since joining CIBC Wood Gundy in 2014, Lauren has held various roles supporting our branch, most recently Branch Administrator. She brings over 7 years of financial services industry experience and has her Canadian Securities License. Lauren is the primary point of contact for any day-to-day needs. She values her professional relationships and strives to provide superior customer service. Lauren has a friendly demeanor, an infectious smile and is always willing to take the extra step to ensure things get done correctly and efficiently.
Colleen Loroff
Colleen graduated with an Honours Bachelor of Arts degree from Lakehead University. She has over 25 years in the financial services industry and has worked alongside Paul since 1999. Colleen's knowledge and expertise gives her a leading edge in providing outstanding customer care. She has her Canadian Securities License and works alongside with many of our client's tax advisors. Colleen's professional attitude and responsiveness as she oversees all internal operations ensures that all clients recieve an exceptional level of service.
Our partners
We partner with CIBC experts to help address all of your wealth needs.
Nigel Newland, B.Comm., CFP
Estate Planning Specialist
As a CIBC Wood Gundy Estate Planning Specialist I work with your trusted advisor to provide you with a specialized estate plan. My expertise is rooted in financial and intergenerational wealth transfer solutions, including; preservation, estate enhancement, business succession, charitable giving, retirement income planning and tax minimization.
Before joining CIBC Wood Gundy, I worked for a private sector company based in the United States and prior to that I spent 9 years working with a large financial institution as a wealth advisor. I strive to provide you with timely professional advice that you can put into action.
Fred Kyriazis, CPA, CA
Estate Planning Specialist
I am an Estate Planning Specialist with CIBC Private Wealth Management. As a Chartered Professional Accountant, my focus over the years has been working with private business owners, professionals and farmers in developing strategies to help minimize their tax burden at various stages in their lives, including business transitions and estate planning.
I have developed a holistic approach to estate planning and provide my clients with solutions that will help them achieve their goals as it relates to their estate by minimizing the impact that taxes can have on a family’s estate.
Karen West-Taylor
Senior Trust and Estate Consultant
As a CIBC Senior Trust and Estate Consultant, Karen believes that a key component of any wealth management plan is an estate plan that protects your assets, preserves your legacy and ensures your estate is distributed. She offers services as a professional executor, power of attorney for property or trustee. She can also support someone else you appoint for these roles.
Effectively administering a trust or acting as an attorney can require time and an understanding of investments and taxes. Karen has the expertise to execute or assist others to execute that role effectively and efficiently.
Nigel Newland, B.Comm., CFP
As a CIBC Wood Gundy Estate Planning Specialist I work with your trusted advisor to provide you with a specialized estate plan. My expertise is rooted in financial and intergenerational wealth transfer solutions, including; preservation, estate enhancement, business succession, charitable giving, retirement income planning and tax minimization.
Before joining CIBC Wood Gundy, I worked for a private sector company based in the United States and prior to that I spent 9 years working with a large financial institution as a wealth advisor. I strive to provide you with timely professional advice that you can put into action.
Fred Kyriazis, CPA, CA
I am an Estate Planning Specialist with CIBC Private Wealth Management. As a Chartered Professional Accountant, my focus over the years has been working with private business owners, professionals and farmers in developing strategies to help minimize their tax burden at various stages in their lives, including business transitions and estate planning.
I have developed a holistic approach to estate planning and provide my clients with solutions that will help them achieve their goals as it relates to their estate by minimizing the impact that taxes can have on a family’s estate.
Karen West-Taylor
As a CIBC Senior Trust and Estate Consultant, Karen believes that a key component of any wealth management plan is an estate plan that protects your assets, preserves your legacy and ensures your estate is distributed. She offers services as a professional executor, power of attorney for property or trustee. She can also support someone else you appoint for these roles.
Effectively administering a trust or acting as an attorney can require time and an understanding of investments and taxes. Karen has the expertise to execute or assist others to execute that role effectively and efficiently.