Les launched his financial practice in the late 1990s, following a successful career in the federal government. He leads the team in working closely with clients on their particular needs and goals, and crafting solutions that make sense for them. A bilingual native of Montreal, Les now cheers for Ottawa along with his wife and sons. His passions include outdoor leisure like hiking, running, biking, tennis, windsurfing, and skiing; good food and wine; travel on and off the beaten path; detective stories; theatre and other art; and a wide range of music.