Michael Hayward, CFA
Wealth Advisor
Michael joined Wood Gundy in 2021 with over 15 years of experience in the investment industry, focused on providing capital markets and transaction advice to investment funds, corporations and individuals. Michael is dedicated to helping clients realize their long term financial goals through a detailed understanding of investment management, tax planning, business transition and estate planning. He takes a detailed approach to understand each individuals' objectives and risk parameters, and constructs a wealth plan that is unique to each client.
Michael specializes in building a wealth strategy for professionals, business owners and high net worth families with a view to maximizing long term returns and providing piece of mind to allow clients to focus on their own business and life pursuits. His approach to portfolio construction is to ensure clients are properly diversified and exposed to a variety of asset classes and investment styles, while focusing on tax efficiency, risk and cost.
Michael is thrilled to be working in a multi-generational business at Hayward Investment Group and to continue a 40 year legacy that is relentlessly focused on honesty, transparency and putting clients' interests first. He is grateful for the opportunity to work with clients and their families over multiple decades as they realize the long term vision of Hayward Investment Group's wealth management strategies.
Michael graduated from the University of Alberta in 2006 with a Bachelor of Commerce and obtained the Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) designation in 2010. Prior to Wood Gundy, Michael spent 15 years with two independent investment banks, advising clients on capital structure, mergers and acquisitions and corporate restructurings. His education and experience gives him a unique ability to deliver sophisticated wealth planning and portfolio management services to his clients.
Michael resides in southwest Calgary with his wife Leah and three boys, Sam, Jay and Alex. They are constantly active with skiing, baseball and other outdoor pursuits. Michael is active in the community and serves as a youth baseball coach with the Calgary West Little League.
Ken Hayward, CIM
Portfolio Manager, Senior Wealth Advisor
Ken joined Wood Gundy in 1981 and has taken a comprehensive approach to wealth management. His clients respect him as a trusted and honest advisor, who has their best interests at heart and strives to meet their individual needs.
Ken began his career with the completion of the Canadian Securities Course, with honours, in 1981, and the General Securities Exam. He has remained with Wood Gundy and its predecessors for over 40 years.
Ken and his wife Karin enjoy skiing, traveling and their grandchildren. Ken is an avid golfer - he has been a member of the Royal Mayfair Golf Club since 1983 and is a Past President.
Randy Lewis
Financial Associate
Randy started in the investment industry in 1999 and has worked with the Hayward Investment Group since 2004. He provides a high level of service in all aspects of wealth advisory to help clients achieve their financial goals.
Randy has completed the Canadian Securities Course, Derivatives Fundamentals and Options Licensing, Wealth Management Essentials, and Professional Financial Planning courses.
In his spare time, Randy enjoys camping and hiking in the Rocky Mountains with his family.
Samantha Hall
Financial Associate
Samantha graduated from the University of Alberta in 2014 with a Bilingual Bachelor of Commerce degree in Finance. She acts as a contact for administrative needs, ensuring all regulatory and compliance standards are met.
She has successfully completed the Canadian Securities Course, the Conduct and Practices Handbook and the Wealth Management Essentials Course, allowing her to assist with securities trading.
In her free time, Samantha enjoys spending time at her family's lake house and working on DIY projects.