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Aram Agopian, TEP, CFP®, CLU, CHS, EPC, FMA, FCSI

Senior Estate Planning Specialist
(416) 369-8930
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With over 20 years of experience in the life insurance industry, Aram works with affluent families, business owners and executives to create tax efficient insurance based strategies that build and safeguard wealth. Insurance planning with both personal or corporate wealth is tailored to each client with the end goal of providing certainty that enhances the lives of clients, their families and businesses.

Aram strongly believes best results are achieved through a holistic team approach. He will work collaboratively with other trusted advisors ensuring wealth is sheltered for both future generations and philanthropic aspirations.

Aram is fully committed to his profession and views continuing education as vital. He has earned several industry designations, including the Trust and Estate Practitioner (TEP), Certified Financial Planner (CFP), Financial Management Advisor (FMA), Certified Health Insurance Specialist (CHS) and Chartered Life Underwriter (CLU) designations. It is his knowledge, experience and high ethical standards that allows him to add value and educate each client.

Outside of the office Aram keeps busy with his three children. During weekends he can be found with his family at the cottage or on the soccer field where his competitive nature is evident.

 

Andrew McVarish, CHS

Associate Estate Planning Specialist
(416) 369-8121
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Andrew has been a member of the Agopian Estate Planning team since 2015. Andrew is a new business and Inforce policy specialist who works with clients, advisors and partners responding to policy inquires and new product requests. His in-depth knowledge of permanent life insurance product design allows him to create multiple customized wealth creation and estate maximization solutions to meet client needs.

Andrew holds an Honours B.A. from University of Toronto with a major in Economics and minor in Statistics. He holds the Life Licensing Qualification Program (LLQP), Certified Health Insurance Specialists (CHS) and is currently working towards his Certified Financial Planner (CFP) designation.

 

Charlotte Fernandes

Estate Planning Assistant
(416) 369-4548
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With over 20 years of experience in the financial industry, Charlotte exhibits an unparalleled commitment to maximizing the client experience. She is fully qualified to manage all client inquiries with the utmost diligence and efficiency.

 

Marco Kwan

Estate Planning Assistant
(416) 307-1355
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Marco joined the Agopian Estate Planning Group in 2022, and is our application and administrative specialist. He is committed to providing the best service to ensure customer satisfaction. With a strong background in insurance, he has been involved in both sales and administrative roles.

Marco graduated from the University of Toronto with a Honours BSc majoring in Physics with a minor in Mathematics. He is an active reserve officer in the Canadian Armed Forces as part of the Cadet Instructor Cadre Branch with his local Royal Canadian Air Cadet unit.

 
Natalie Agopian-Mattinson

Natalie Agopian-Mattinson

Client Service Coordinator
(647) 821-0400
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In 2022, Natalie Agopian-Mattinson became an integral part of the Agopian Estate Planning Team as the Client Coordinator, showcasing her passionate enthusiasm for learning. Concurrently pursuing an Honours degree in Business Commerce (BComm) with a specialization in Finance and Marketing at Toronto Metropolitan University, Natalie's unwavering commitment to excellence is evident. Seamlessly melding her academic pursuits with her role, she orchestrates a symphony of client satisfaction while developing her scholarly expertise.

 
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Jamie Golombek

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.

Jamie Golombek

Jamie Golombek, CPA, CA, CFP®, CLU, TEP, FCPA

Managing Director Tax and Estate Planning
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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.

 
 
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