OUR TEAM
We all have unique goals. Let us help you reach yours. Growing and preserving your wealth demands a team approach. Together with our partners, we offer a range of specialized services to meet your goals.
Sugi Kumaresan, CIM, CFP®
Senior Wealth Advisor
Sugi is a Senior Wealth Advisor with CIBC Wood Gundy, leading the Kumaresan Wealth Management Group. He has been with the firm since 2000 and uses his over 25 plus years of experience and expertise to develop customized financial roadmap's for clients. Sugi has extensive industry training and accreditation, including Chartered Investment Manager (CIM) and Certified Financial Planner (CFP) designations.
Sugi and his wife Sugarna have two daughters and a Bichon Frise. They have lived in Woodbridge for over 15 years. Sugi and his family are involved in the community with many philanthropic endeavors.
Paul Mannu, CIM®
Wealth Advisor
Paul Mannu is a Wealth Advisor with Kumaresan Wealth Management Group (KWMG), where he provides investment advisory services, as well as financial and estate planning for high-net-worth (HNW) and ultra-high-net-worth (UHNW) families and business owners. Paul has been with CIBC since 2011 and joined KWMG in 2021. With a strong background in trading, investment management, advisory services, and private banking, Paul brings a wealth of expertise to his clients. He holds the Chartered Investment Manager (CIM®) designation, is approved for options trading, and is currently pursuing both his Life License and CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® designation. Outside of work, Paul and his wife Sandy cherish their shared love of travel and now enjoy life in Mississauga with their daughter and family dog.
Michelle Rowe
Associate Wealth Advisor
Michelle is an Associate Wealth Advisor and has worked with CIBC Wood Gundy for 30 years. Sugi and Michelle formed their partnership in 2012 and created KWMG. She has a passion to provide excellent client experience. the long and close relationships she's shared with our clients is a testament to that effort.
Michelle and her husband Steve live in Toronto but enjoy time away, through both summer and winter months, at their cottage in Bracebridge with golden doodle Bailey. While there she loves the time spent with family including her sweet nieces and nephews!
Angela Diamanti
Client Associate
Angela joined the Kumaresan Wealth Management team in 2022 as a client associate. She has been with CIBC for over 20 years providing exceptional customer service and administrative support to high net worth clients. Angela offers interpersonal skills, she is friendly and knowledgeable and is committed to providing high-quality service and enhanced client relationships.
Angela and her husband Frank live in Toronto with their 2 sons. Angela spends her winters in hockey arenas and summers at baseball diamonds cheering on her boys. She also enjoys quiet time at the cottage with family and friends.
Sugi Kumaresan, CIM, CFP®
Sugi is a Senior Wealth Advisor with CIBC Wood Gundy, leading the Kumaresan Wealth Management Group. He has been with the firm since 2000 and uses his over 25 plus years of experience and expertise to develop customized financial roadmap's for clients. Sugi has extensive industry training and accreditation, including Chartered Investment Manager (CIM) and Certified Financial Planner (CFP) designations.
Sugi and his wife Sugarna have two daughters and a Bichon Frise. They have lived in Woodbridge for over 15 years. Sugi and his family are involved in the community with many philanthropic endeavors.
Paul Mannu, CIM®
Paul Mannu is a Wealth Advisor with Kumaresan Wealth Management Group (KWMG), where he provides investment advisory services, as well as financial and estate planning for high-net-worth (HNW) and ultra-high-net-worth (UHNW) families and business owners. Paul has been with CIBC since 2011 and joined KWMG in 2021. With a strong background in trading, investment management, advisory services, and private banking, Paul brings a wealth of expertise to his clients. He holds the Chartered Investment Manager (CIM®) designation, is approved for options trading, and is currently pursuing both his Life License and CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® designation. Outside of work, Paul and his wife Sandy cherish their shared love of travel and now enjoy life in Mississauga with their daughter and family dog.
Michelle Rowe
Michelle is an Associate Wealth Advisor and has worked with CIBC Wood Gundy for 30 years. Sugi and Michelle formed their partnership in 2012 and created KWMG. She has a passion to provide excellent client experience. the long and close relationships she's shared with our clients is a testament to that effort.
Michelle and her husband Steve live in Toronto but enjoy time away, through both summer and winter months, at their cottage in Bracebridge with golden doodle Bailey. While there she loves the time spent with family including her sweet nieces and nephews!
Angela Diamanti
Angela joined the Kumaresan Wealth Management team in 2022 as a client associate. She has been with CIBC for over 20 years providing exceptional customer service and administrative support to high net worth clients. Angela offers interpersonal skills, she is friendly and knowledgeable and is committed to providing high-quality service and enhanced client relationships.
Angela and her husband Frank live in Toronto with their 2 sons. Angela spends her winters in hockey arenas and summers at baseball diamonds cheering on her boys. She also enjoys quiet time at the cottage with family and friends.
Our partners
We partner with CIBC experts to help address all of your wealth needs.
Ivan Gonzalez, CFP®, CHS, FCSI
Estate Planning Specialist
With over 12 years of experience in the life insurance industry, Ivan provides clients with personalized insurance solutions that align with clients’ financial goals and future aspirations.
With a hands-on approach, he works closely with clients and their key partners: investment advisors, accountants and financial planners to analyze and recommend tax-sheltered insurance solutions.
A proud graduate of the University of Toronto, Ivan holds several prestigious designations, including Certified Financial Planner (CFP), Certified Health Insurance Specialist (CHS), and Fellow of the Canadian Securities Institute (FCSI). These credentials empower him to provide a comprehensive and holistic approach to financial planning. Helping clients navigate all aspects of their insurance and wealth management needs.
Michael Teng, CIM®, CFP®
Financial Planning Specialist
Michael’s financial planning philosophy stems from more than just learning about your financial goals. It is about understanding you; your values, concerns and aspirations. With years of experience developing diverse comprehensive financial plans for high and ultra-high net worth clients, Michael is able to paint a clear financial picture of your situation and create a roadmap to help you achieve your goals. He is equipped to provide sophisticated advice on various facets of financial planning including tax, retirement, business and estate planning. Having earned his Certified Financial Planner and Chartered Investment Manager designations, Michael has built his career on advising clients for over a decade.
Ivan Gonzalez, CFP®, CHS, FCSI
With over 12 years of experience in the life insurance industry, Ivan provides clients with personalized insurance solutions that align with clients’ financial goals and future aspirations.
With a hands-on approach, he works closely with clients and their key partners: investment advisors, accountants and financial planners to analyze and recommend tax-sheltered insurance solutions.
A proud graduate of the University of Toronto, Ivan holds several prestigious designations, including Certified Financial Planner (CFP), Certified Health Insurance Specialist (CHS), and Fellow of the Canadian Securities Institute (FCSI). These credentials empower him to provide a comprehensive and holistic approach to financial planning. Helping clients navigate all aspects of their insurance and wealth management needs.
Michael Teng, CIM®, CFP®
Michael’s financial planning philosophy stems from more than just learning about your financial goals. It is about understanding you; your values, concerns and aspirations. With years of experience developing diverse comprehensive financial plans for high and ultra-high net worth clients, Michael is able to paint a clear financial picture of your situation and create a roadmap to help you achieve your goals. He is equipped to provide sophisticated advice on various facets of financial planning including tax, retirement, business and estate planning. Having earned his Certified Financial Planner and Chartered Investment Manager designations, Michael has built his career on advising clients for over a decade.