Gino Fuoco, CIM®
Gino has been helping successful families, business owners, and professionals navigate their financial journeys for over 25 years. As a Portfolio Manager with the Chartered Investment Manager (CIM®) designation, he oversees portfolio design and is dedicated to providing comprehensive wealth management strategies tailored to each client’s unique circumstances and goals. Gino’s commitment to simplifying and streamlining his clients’ financial affairs allows them to focus on what truly matters in their lives.
Before joining CIBC Wood Gundy, Gino spent 17 years in the optical industry, where he discovered his passion for investing. His colleagues often sought his guidance to better understand their RRSP investments, sparking his transition into wealth management. Gino began his career at CIBC Wood Gundy as an assistant, quickly recognizing that the foundation of a successful practice lies in building a first-class team. Since then, he has worked tirelessly to help clients achieve their retirement dreams and desired lifestyles.
Outside of his professional life, Gino enjoys spending time on the golf course, vacationing in Florida, and serving his local church community. Married to his wife Cheryl since 1984, they have raised two sons, Robert and Thomas, who are now young adults.
Victoria Sauriol
Victoria joined CIBC Wood Gundy in 2025, bringing with her a strong foundation in finance and compliance gained during her nearly four years at the Canada Revenue Agency. With a passion for financial systems and international business, she transitioned into the financial services industry to further her career in banking and wealth management.
Victoria holds a Bachelor’s degree with a double major in Finance and International Business from HEC Montréal. Outside of work, she is dedicated to giving back to the community through her volunteer work with the Make-A-Wish Foundation of Canada, where she helps grant wishes for children and raises funds to support their dreams. In 2024 alone, she played a pivotal role in raising over $150,000 to help make these dreams a reality.
Robert Jay Flander
Our partners
We partner with CIBC experts to help address all of your wealth needs.
Marco Leccese, CIM, F.Pl.
Wealth Strategist
In his role as Wealth Strategist, Marco will work closely with you and your trusted advisors to create a financial plan that reflects your priorities and focuses on helping you achieve the goals you have set for yourself, your family and your future.
Marco joined the financial services industry in 1992 and has held various positions in financial planning, private investment counsel and investment administration. Marco holds his financial planning designation issued by the IQPF, is a Chartered Investment Manager (CIM) and has a Bachelor of Commerce from Concordia University.
Rania Maalouf
Financial Planning Specialist
Rania joined the financial services industry in 2011 and has gained a unique understanding of high-net worth clients’ needs through roles in investments, insurance, and financial planning. She uses her knowledge and experience to
help Canadian families achieve their financial goals and enjoy peace of mind.
Rania has a Bachelor of Arts from University of Tunis-Carthage, a Graduate Diploma in Marketing Management from McGill University, has completed the Canadian Securities and the Code and Practice Handbook courses with the Canadian Securities Institute. She also earned a specialization in insurance of persons with the Autorité des Marchés Financiers (Quebec). In addition to that, she has earned the Financial Planner designation granted by the Order of Financial Planners in Quebec (IQPF). Rania is currently studying for her master’s in taxation with University of Sherbrooke.
Mark Muchantef, Pl. Fin
Financial Planning Specialist
Mark has over 7 years of experience in financial services. His passion is helping clients build a sound and comprehensive plan that meets their financial and life goals. He is committed to serving his clients by prioritizing their best interest and by offering high-quality advice through life-long learning in wealth management. He has completed both undergraduate and graduate studies at McGill University, is a member of the Order of Financial Planners in Quebec (IQPF) and has earned a specialization in the insurance of persons (LLQP). He is currently pursuing the CFA designation as a level 2 candidate, which is the highest professional standard in portfolio management.
Martin Goulet, CPA
Senior Estate Planning Specialist
Martin Goulet is part of the CIBC Private Wealth team. He is an experienced estate planning specialist with a strong expertise in life and health insurance. Martin’s training as a Chartered Professional Accountant and as a Financial Planner allows him to analyze the complex aspects of our clients' financial situation.
Martin started his professional career in a large global accounting firm where he served as an auditor and then as a tax advisor in the firm’s Quebec City and Toronto offices. He has been working as a financial security advisor since 2000.
During his career, Martin delivered several conferences and training sessions on the subject of personal finances, most notably in conjunction with activities organized through the Ordre des CPA du Québec, the Association de planification fiscale et financière and the Centre québécois de formation en fiscalité. Over the past few years, he also gave many training sessions for employees or clients of accounting firms.
Claire Olejniczak, LLB, LL.M.
Senior Trust and Estate Consultant
As a Notary and Senior Trust and Estate consultant, my role is to provide you and your family with confidence and peace of mind in particular by reviewing your legal documents and of offering you advice on your situation. We will be able to provide you with solutions to relieve you and your family in the event of death or incapacity. You can appoint CIBC Trust Company as Liquidator, Mandatary to the property or Trustee in your legal documents. You can also delegate your role as liquidator, mandatary to the property or trustee to CIBC Trust Company.
Marco Leccese, CIM, F.Pl.
In his role as Wealth Strategist, Marco will work closely with you and your trusted advisors to create a financial plan that reflects your priorities and focuses on helping you achieve the goals you have set for yourself, your family and your future.
Marco joined the financial services industry in 1992 and has held various positions in financial planning, private investment counsel and investment administration. Marco holds his financial planning designation issued by the IQPF, is a Chartered Investment Manager (CIM) and has a Bachelor of Commerce from Concordia University.
Rania Maalouf
Rania joined the financial services industry in 2011 and has gained a unique understanding of high-net worth clients’ needs through roles in investments, insurance, and financial planning. She uses her knowledge and experience to
help Canadian families achieve their financial goals and enjoy peace of mind.
Rania has a Bachelor of Arts from University of Tunis-Carthage, a Graduate Diploma in Marketing Management from McGill University, has completed the Canadian Securities and the Code and Practice Handbook courses with the Canadian Securities Institute. She also earned a specialization in insurance of persons with the Autorité des Marchés Financiers (Quebec). In addition to that, she has earned the Financial Planner designation granted by the Order of Financial Planners in Quebec (IQPF). Rania is currently studying for her master’s in taxation with University of Sherbrooke.
Mark Muchantef, Pl. Fin
Mark has over 7 years of experience in financial services. His passion is helping clients build a sound and comprehensive plan that meets their financial and life goals. He is committed to serving his clients by prioritizing their best interest and by offering high-quality advice through life-long learning in wealth management. He has completed both undergraduate and graduate studies at McGill University, is a member of the Order of Financial Planners in Quebec (IQPF) and has earned a specialization in the insurance of persons (LLQP). He is currently pursuing the CFA designation as a level 2 candidate, which is the highest professional standard in portfolio management.