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Address 730 View Street 9th Floor Victoria BC, V8W 1J8
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About Wood Gundy

All members of the team balance their office responsibilities with a strong commitment to family life and supporting activities in the broader community. For example, we are proud sponsors of the Belfry Theatre that produces theatre that generates ideas and dialogue, and that makes the audience see the world a little differently. We also sponsor Community Micro Lending, which helps local people without access to traditional financing to start and grow their business, or to obtain training that will lead to employment, by matching them with local lenders and providing ongoing capacity building and support. Please see our community engagement page for more details.

 

OUR TEAM

We all have unique goals. Our team is committed to providing a strong advisory relationship rooted in financial expertise and professionalism.

 
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neil chappell

Neil Chappell, B.Comm., CIM, FCSI

Portfolio Manager

Investment Advisor

Tel:

(250) 361-2284

Email:

neil.chappell@cibc.ca

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Neil specializes in building long-term relationships and financial plans for his clients. He focuses on overseeing portfolio design and helping clients meet their financial goals while investing with their values

Neil graduated from the University of Victoria with a Bachelor of Commerce degree and joined CIBC Wood Gundy in 1996. He holds the Canadian Investment Management (CIM) designation and is a Fellow of the Canadian Securities Institute (FCSI). Neil sits on our Victoria Branch CIBC Miracle Day Committee raising money for children's charities in our community. In 2017, our Victoria branch raised $308,347 in trading commissions, fee based revenues and cash donations bringing our branch running total to over $2.1 million raised since 2003.

Neil and his wife Lisa enjoy travel, great food and live music. Outdoor venues like the Chateau St. Michelle are a favourite. Their 5 children (one short of the Brady bunch!) keep them busy in the community supporting activities from swimming to soccer, from band to the occasional flying lesson. Neil plays in a recreational ice hockey league and can also be found on a "block walk" with Benton, the French bulldog. You can follow Benton on Instagram @benton_the_frenchie.

Graham Isenegger

Graham Isenegger, BA, CIM, FCSI

Portfolio Manager

Senior Investment Advisor

Senior Wealth Advisor

Tel:

(250) 361-2252

Email:

graham.isenegger@cibc.ca

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For over 20 years Graham has built rewarding long-term relationships with his clients. He is known for his quick wit and insightful observation that aid in financial planning and in his oversight of portfolio design. Graham and Neil founded the Blue Heron Advisory Group in 2013 to provide their clients with a higher and more comprehensive level of service.

Graham joined CIBC Wood Gundy in 1998 after a career as an officer in the Royal Canadian Navy. He retired with the rank of Lieutenant Commander after serving in ships on both coasts and as a staff officer at Maritime Forces Pacific Headquarters in Esquimalt and Naval Reserve Headquarters in Quebec City. He is a graduate of the University of Alberta where he earned a Bachelor of Arts. He is also a graduate in the Joint Reserve Command and Staff Course from the Canadian Forces College. Graham holds the Canadian Investment Management (CIM) designation since 2000, he earned the Certified Financial Planner (CFP) designation in 2002, and he is a Fellow of the Canadian Securities Institute (FCSI).

Graham is an enthusiastic runner, cyclist and triathlete (enthusiastic is an euphemism for tragically slow). Graham and his wife Diana are avid travelers and walkers with a growing list of destinations visited and dreamed of. They, and daughter Alexa, have recently welcomed a Bernadoodle puppy into their family. They named her Norte, after the Camino de Santiago trail in Spain which Graham and Diana walked in 2016 and will return to in 2020. You can follow Norte on Instagram @nortedoodle.

Courtney Lance

Courtney Lance , BA

Associate Investment Advisor

Tel:

(250) 361-2250

Email:

courtney.lance@cibc.ca

Courtney focuses on managing our team operations and on financial planning for our clients.

Courtney joined the team in 2013, after graduating from the University of Victoria with Distinction with a degree in Economics and Business. She is now an Associate Investment Advisor with the Blue Heron Advisory Group and is currently pursuing her Certified Financial Planner (CFP) designation. Her previous experience includes banking and general insurance which fostered her passion for providing excellent client service.

Courtney is from the small town of Powell River and loves to travel. She has backpacked South America, explored South East Asia, Greece, Italy, Ireland and Maui, Mexico, and Croatia. At home, her and her husband, Cole, are settling into their first house in Esquimalt. Courtney likes to stay active through softball and volleyball. She begrudgingly jogs occasionally, too; but only when the team challenges her to the local TC10k.

James Spencer

James Spencer, B.Sc.

Financial Associate

Tel:

(250) 361-2236

Email:

james.spencer@cibc.ca

James specializes in financial research and is responsible for executing the trading for our team.

James graduated from the University of Loughborough with an honours degree in Mathematics and Economics. James began his career as a public sector researcher in England. He moved to Canada in 2012 and joined CIBC Wood Gundy in Victoria in 2014.

James is the Brit on the team who brings the sarcasm, confusing accent and the best “cuppa” tea. He and his wife, Rebecca, are dog lovers. They have two border collies of their own which they rescued, and are often involved in boarding and training other's dogs. James plays cricket and hockey in local leagues and likes to snowboard. James and Rebecca are constantly outdoors, hiking or snowshoeing, and they like to road trip around the island and BC in their camper. James' love for the outdoors led him to undertake organizing the CIBC Victoria branch’s Great Canadian Shoreline Cleanup in 2017.

Hanna Kent

Hanna Kent, BA

Client Associate

Tel:

(250) 361-2292

Email:

hanna.kent@cibc.com

Hanna concentrates on the preparation of client review reporting, marketing updates and assisting with a variety of client requests.

Hanna graduated with distinction from the University of Victoria with a degree in Political Science and Business in 2013. Previously Hanna worked in the technology sector before joining CIBC Wood Gundy in January 2017.

In her free time, Hanna enjoys exploring Victoria, reading and hiking. She enjoys attending community events, music festivals, and visiting the museum and the IMAX.

Anna Veltri

Anna Veltri, B.Comm.

Financial Associate

Tel:

(250) 361-2237

Email:

Anna.Veltri@cibc.com

Responsibilities: Anna's primary focus is the team's operations management, daily monitoring and rebalancing of client portfolios, while working alongside Rick to prepare for client meetings and follow-ups. Should you have any trade inquiries or have any specific questions about your portfolio, please contact Anna.

Background: Anna holds a Bachelor's Degree in International Business from the University of Victoria. She is a licensed Registered Representative with CIBC Wood Gundy and has worked in the financial industry since 1998. Her in-depth knowledge of our process and commitment to client service makes her an invaluable member of the team. Outside the office, Anna enjoys doing outdoor activities with her family and two children, participating in community charity events and traveling.

Kenidy Welyk

Administrative Assistant

Tel:

(250) 361-2263

Email:

KENIDY.WELYK@cibc.com

Daniel Kiesman

Administrative Assistant

Tel:

(250) 298-4848

Email:

Daniel.Kiesman@cibc.com

neil chappell

Neil Chappell, B.Comm., CIM, FCSI

Portfolio Manager
Investment Advisor
(250) 361-2284
neil.chappell​@cibc.ca
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Neil specializes in building long-term relationships and financial plans for his clients. He focuses on overseeing portfolio design and helping clients meet their financial goals while investing with their values

Neil graduated from the University of Victoria with a Bachelor of Commerce degree and joined CIBC Wood Gundy in 1996. He holds the Canadian Investment Management (CIM) designation and is a Fellow of the Canadian Securities Institute (FCSI). Neil sits on our Victoria Branch CIBC Miracle Day Committee raising money for children's charities in our community. In 2017, our Victoria branch raised $308,347 in trading commissions, fee based revenues and cash donations bringing our branch running total to over $2.1 million raised since 2003.

Neil and his wife Lisa enjoy travel, great food and live music. Outdoor venues like the Chateau St. Michelle are a favourite. Their 5 children (one short of the Brady bunch!) keep them busy in the community supporting activities from swimming to soccer, from band to the occasional flying lesson. Neil plays in a recreational ice hockey league and can also be found on a "block walk" with Benton, the French bulldog. You can follow Benton on Instagram @benton_the_frenchie.

Graham Isenegger

Graham Isenegger, BA, CIM, FCSI

Portfolio Manager
Senior Investment Advisor
Senior Wealth Advisor
(250) 361-2252
graham.isenegger​@cibc.ca
Facebook Linkedin Twitter

For over 20 years Graham has built rewarding long-term relationships with his clients. He is known for his quick wit and insightful observation that aid in financial planning and in his oversight of portfolio design. Graham and Neil founded the Blue Heron Advisory Group in 2013 to provide their clients with a higher and more comprehensive level of service.

Graham joined CIBC Wood Gundy in 1998 after a career as an officer in the Royal Canadian Navy. He retired with the rank of Lieutenant Commander after serving in ships on both coasts and as a staff officer at Maritime Forces Pacific Headquarters in Esquimalt and Naval Reserve Headquarters in Quebec City. He is a graduate of the University of Alberta where he earned a Bachelor of Arts. He is also a graduate in the Joint Reserve Command and Staff Course from the Canadian Forces College. Graham holds the Canadian Investment Management (CIM) designation since 2000, he earned the Certified Financial Planner (CFP) designation in 2002, and he is a Fellow of the Canadian Securities Institute (FCSI).

Graham is an enthusiastic runner, cyclist and triathlete (enthusiastic is an euphemism for tragically slow). Graham and his wife Diana are avid travelers and walkers with a growing list of destinations visited and dreamed of. They, and daughter Alexa, have recently welcomed a Bernadoodle puppy into their family. They named her Norte, after the Camino de Santiago trail in Spain which Graham and Diana walked in 2016 and will return to in 2020. You can follow Norte on Instagram @nortedoodle.

Courtney Lance

Courtney Lance , BA

Associate Investment Advisor
(250) 361-2250
courtney.lance​@cibc.ca

Courtney focuses on managing our team operations and on financial planning for our clients.

Courtney joined the team in 2013, after graduating from the University of Victoria with Distinction with a degree in Economics and Business. She is now an Associate Investment Advisor with the Blue Heron Advisory Group and is currently pursuing her Certified Financial Planner (CFP) designation. Her previous experience includes banking and general insurance which fostered her passion for providing excellent client service.

Courtney is from the small town of Powell River and loves to travel. She has backpacked South America, explored South East Asia, Greece, Italy, Ireland and Maui, Mexico, and Croatia. At home, her and her husband, Cole, are settling into their first house in Esquimalt. Courtney likes to stay active through softball and volleyball. She begrudgingly jogs occasionally, too; but only when the team challenges her to the local TC10k.

James Spencer

James Spencer, B.Sc.

Financial Associate
(250) 361-2236
james.spencer​@cibc.ca

James specializes in financial research and is responsible for executing the trading for our team.

James graduated from the University of Loughborough with an honours degree in Mathematics and Economics. James began his career as a public sector researcher in England. He moved to Canada in 2012 and joined CIBC Wood Gundy in Victoria in 2014.

James is the Brit on the team who brings the sarcasm, confusing accent and the best “cuppa” tea. He and his wife, Rebecca, are dog lovers. They have two border collies of their own which they rescued, and are often involved in boarding and training other's dogs. James plays cricket and hockey in local leagues and likes to snowboard. James and Rebecca are constantly outdoors, hiking or snowshoeing, and they like to road trip around the island and BC in their camper. James' love for the outdoors led him to undertake organizing the CIBC Victoria branch’s Great Canadian Shoreline Cleanup in 2017.

Hanna Kent

Hanna Kent, BA

Client Associate
(250) 361-2292
hanna.kent​@cibc.com

Hanna concentrates on the preparation of client review reporting, marketing updates and assisting with a variety of client requests.

Hanna graduated with distinction from the University of Victoria with a degree in Political Science and Business in 2013. Previously Hanna worked in the technology sector before joining CIBC Wood Gundy in January 2017.

In her free time, Hanna enjoys exploring Victoria, reading and hiking. She enjoys attending community events, music festivals, and visiting the museum and the IMAX.

Anna Veltri

Anna Veltri, B.Comm.

Financial Associate
(250) 361-2237
Anna.Veltri​@cibc.com

Responsibilities: Anna's primary focus is the team's operations management, daily monitoring and rebalancing of client portfolios, while working alongside Rick to prepare for client meetings and follow-ups. Should you have any trade inquiries or have any specific questions about your portfolio, please contact Anna.

Background: Anna holds a Bachelor's Degree in International Business from the University of Victoria. She is a licensed Registered Representative with CIBC Wood Gundy and has worked in the financial industry since 1998. Her in-depth knowledge of our process and commitment to client service makes her an invaluable member of the team. Outside the office, Anna enjoys doing outdoor activities with her family and two children, participating in community charity events and traveling.

Kenidy Welyk

Administrative Assistant
(250) 361-2263
KENIDY.WELYK​@cibc.com

Daniel Kiesman

Administrative Assistant
(250) 298-4848
Daniel.Kiesman​@cibc.com
 
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Co-op students Administrative Assistants

We often have business students from Uvic's Peter Gustavson School of Business join our team for four or eight month work terms as part of their undergraduate Commerce degrees. We benefit from students' fresh ideas, energy, motivation and skills. We also enjoy being a partner in education and mentoring young adults who have an interest in our exciting industry!

 
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