Richard Solomon
Richard's passion for helping clients reach their financial goals began early in life. He watched his parents struggle to find advisors they could trust and vowed to become someone his clients could rely on to give them a full understanding of their investments.
With 26 years in the financial industry Richard has grown his practice and wealth management business. He provides his high-net-worth clientele with innovative tax planning and investment solutions tailored to their unique objectives.
Originally from South Africa, Richard has a Bachelor of Commerce, and an Honors degree in Business Economics (distinction). He has also earned the Charted Investment Manager (CIM®) designation, Away from work, he enjoys spending quality time with friends and family, traveling and staying active.
Michael Weigert
Michael is an experienced Associate Investment Advisor with a demonstrated history of working in the wealth management industry. Skilled in Retirement Planning, Investment Advisory, Mutual Funds, Equities and Financial Analysis. Strong professional with a B.Comm focused in Finance from Ryerson University. Michael also hold the Chartered Investment Manager (CIM) designation.
When Michael is not in the office you can find him spending time with his wife and two young boys.
Joshua Solomon
Joshua brings a unique blend of high-performance athletics and technical analysis to the wealth management space. His professional journey is rooted in the disciplined environment of the Toronto FC (TFC) Academy, followed by a distinguished career in Division I soccer at Drexel University and Western University. This background in elite sports instilled a "results-first" mentality and a competitive edge that he now translates into financial strategy.
Building on this foundation of discipline, Joshua began his career in the financial sector as an analyst at the quantitative firm I Know First. By combining his competitive drive with a strong passion for data-driven strategies, Joshua brings the analytical rigor required to navigate today’s complex investment landscape.
Our partners
We partner with CIBC experts to help address all of your wealth needs.
Anne-Marie Isaacson, CLU, CHS
Senior Estate Planning Specialist
Anne-Marie joined the financial planning Industry in 1997 after taking her CGA. She uses her knowledge of Corporate and personal tax to advice business owners, high net worth individuals and families on personalized, comprehensive Tax and Estate Planning strategies using life insurance.
Every business owner, family and individual is unique – if you ask enough questions you will find out what is truly important, how to help them achieve their goals now, and in the future.
Anne-Marie is dedicated to working closely with your advisor and wealth team to help transfer and protect wealth, reduce taxes and increase estate values while providing peace of mind.
Jamie Golombek, CPA, CA, CFP®, CLU, TEP, FCPA
Managing Director Tax and Estate Planning
As CIBC’s tax expert, Jamie supports CIBC Wood Gundy investment advisors in delivering integrated financial planning and advisory solutions to our high-net-worth clients. Jamie is quoted frequently in the national media and writes a weekly National Post column called Tax Expert.
David Duong, CPA, CMA, CIM, CLU
Wealth Strategist
David enjoys working with high-net-worth families, business owners, and senior executives to preserve their wealth through the use of tax, insurance, trust and estate planning strategies.
David draws on his wealth planning experiences to provide a team-based approach by involving a client’s non-CIBC advisors (i.e., lawyer, accountant) and partners at CIBC.
David has a passion for financial literacy and formerly served as an Advisory Board member on CPA Canada's Financial Literacy Program.
- l Certified Financial Planner (CFP®)
- l Fellow of the Canadian Securities Institute (FCSI®)
- l Bachelor of Commerce (B.Comm.)
Katie Lazier, LLB
Wealth strategist
As the Director and Lead of Estate Planning and Philanthropy at CIBC, Kate specializes in assisting ultra-high-net-worth individuals and families in crafting meaningful and effective estate plans and charitable gifts. Leveraging her extensive knowledge in estates, trusts, and charitable law, she assists clients in exploring strategies that facilitate seemless transitions and enhance tax efficiency. Kate is dedicated to helping families identify and prioritize the charitable causes that resonate with them, while also facilitating the communication of their values to future generations. She takes great pleasure in sharing her insights on topics such as wills, powers of attorney, charitable gifts, philanthropy, donor-advised funds, and private foundations.
Kate is a lawyer called to the Bar in Ontario and holds the Certified Financial Planner (CFP) designation. With 16 years of experience practicing law at a national law firm prior to joining CIBC, she has been recognized for her expertise by the Canadian Legal Lexpert Directory and Best Lawyers in Canada. Kate frequently writes and speaks on estate planning and charity and non-profit issues.
Anne-Marie Isaacson, CLU, CHS
Anne-Marie joined the financial planning Industry in 1997 after taking her CGA. She uses her knowledge of Corporate and personal tax to advice business owners, high net worth individuals and families on personalized, comprehensive Tax and Estate Planning strategies using life insurance.
Every business owner, family and individual is unique – if you ask enough questions you will find out what is truly important, how to help them achieve their goals now, and in the future.
Anne-Marie is dedicated to working closely with your advisor and wealth team to help transfer and protect wealth, reduce taxes and increase estate values while providing peace of mind.
Jamie Golombek, CPA, CA, CFP®, CLU, TEP, FCPA
As CIBC’s tax expert, Jamie supports CIBC Wood Gundy investment advisors in delivering integrated financial planning and advisory solutions to our high-net-worth clients. Jamie is quoted frequently in the national media and writes a weekly National Post column called Tax Expert.
David Duong, CPA, CMA, CIM, CLU
David enjoys working with high-net-worth families, business owners, and senior executives to preserve their wealth through the use of tax, insurance, trust and estate planning strategies.
David draws on his wealth planning experiences to provide a team-based approach by involving a client’s non-CIBC advisors (i.e., lawyer, accountant) and partners at CIBC.
David has a passion for financial literacy and formerly served as an Advisory Board member on CPA Canada's Financial Literacy Program.
- l Certified Financial Planner (CFP®)
- l Fellow of the Canadian Securities Institute (FCSI®)
- l Bachelor of Commerce (B.Comm.)
Katie Lazier, LLB
As the Director and Lead of Estate Planning and Philanthropy at CIBC, Kate specializes in assisting ultra-high-net-worth individuals and families in crafting meaningful and effective estate plans and charitable gifts. Leveraging her extensive knowledge in estates, trusts, and charitable law, she assists clients in exploring strategies that facilitate seemless transitions and enhance tax efficiency. Kate is dedicated to helping families identify and prioritize the charitable causes that resonate with them, while also facilitating the communication of their values to future generations. She takes great pleasure in sharing her insights on topics such as wills, powers of attorney, charitable gifts, philanthropy, donor-advised funds, and private foundations.
Kate is a lawyer called to the Bar in Ontario and holds the Certified Financial Planner (CFP) designation. With 16 years of experience practicing law at a national law firm prior to joining CIBC, she has been recognized for her expertise by the Canadian Legal Lexpert Directory and Best Lawyers in Canada. Kate frequently writes and speaks on estate planning and charity and non-profit issues.