OUR TEAM
Mark Collins, BA, LLB, CFP®, CIM®
Senior Wealth Advisor
Mark practiced Estate Law for 17 years before being recruited to become an Investment Advisor with CIBC Wood Gundy in 2008.
As a Senior Wealth Manager, Mark maps out effective strategies to grow and protect wealth in accordance with his clients’ goals and risk tolerances, while maximizing tax efficiencies.
Mark draws extensively upon his legal and financial expertise to coordinate each clients’ legal, accounting, banking and investing considerations so as to simplify all facets for his clients’ wealth plan.
Alec Hermansson, B.Sc., CIM®
Associate Portfolio Manager
Alec was born and raised in Vancouver BC, and graduated from the University of Victoria with a Bachelor of Science in Economics specializing in Finance. Alec joined Wood Gundy in 2016, holds the Chartered Investment Manager (CIM®) designation, and is on the path to completion of his Certified Financial Planner (CFP) designation. Alec is Securities, Options registered with CIRO and Life Insurance licensed to provide for all aspects of his client's financial health. Alec is also an avid volunteer with local organizations linked to causes he believes in.
Melanie Van Iterson, BA
Financial Associate
With over a decade of experience at CIBC Wood Gundy, Mel is a dedicated Financial Associate committed to delivering exceptional client service. Her unwavering passion for supporting clients is evident through her focus on building trust, integrity, and transparency in every interaction. Mel works closely with the team’s investment advisors to understand and achieve all your financial goals. Her keen attention to detail and ability to navigate complex financial landscapes ensure that clients receive the highest level of care. Outside the office, Mel is an avid yoga instructor and enjoys adventuring with her husband and kids in the great outdoors.
Mark Collins, BA, LLB, CFP®, CIM®
Mark practiced Estate Law for 17 years before being recruited to become an Investment Advisor with CIBC Wood Gundy in 2008.
As a Senior Wealth Manager, Mark maps out effective strategies to grow and protect wealth in accordance with his clients’ goals and risk tolerances, while maximizing tax efficiencies.
Mark draws extensively upon his legal and financial expertise to coordinate each clients’ legal, accounting, banking and investing considerations so as to simplify all facets for his clients’ wealth plan.
Alec Hermansson, B.Sc., CIM®
Alec was born and raised in Vancouver BC, and graduated from the University of Victoria with a Bachelor of Science in Economics specializing in Finance. Alec joined Wood Gundy in 2016, holds the Chartered Investment Manager (CIM®) designation, and is on the path to completion of his Certified Financial Planner (CFP) designation. Alec is Securities, Options registered with CIRO and Life Insurance licensed to provide for all aspects of his client's financial health. Alec is also an avid volunteer with local organizations linked to causes he believes in.
Melanie Van Iterson, BA
With over a decade of experience at CIBC Wood Gundy, Mel is a dedicated Financial Associate committed to delivering exceptional client service. Her unwavering passion for supporting clients is evident through her focus on building trust, integrity, and transparency in every interaction. Mel works closely with the team’s investment advisors to understand and achieve all your financial goals. Her keen attention to detail and ability to navigate complex financial landscapes ensure that clients receive the highest level of care. Outside the office, Mel is an avid yoga instructor and enjoys adventuring with her husband and kids in the great outdoors.
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