Robin Smith
Robin graduated from Lakehead University in 1977 with an Honours Bachelor of Commerce degree specializing in Finance. As a strong believer in continuous education, he has gone on to complete various other industry-related courses to help serve his clients with a diverse array of specialties.
Robin began his career with a leading Canadian bank in 1977 and soon moved on to CIBC Wood Gundy. His loyalty, to both his clients and company, is reflected in the fact he is among one of the longest serving advisors at one firm in the community.
Robin’s background, education and training enable him to offer a full range of services and products. This includes equities, mutual funds, insurance, fixed income investments − such as GICs and bonds − retirement services, individual financial planning and the building of wealth over the long term.
Robin believes in the importance of giving back to the community. He supports many local charities including: the United Way, participating as a Leader of The Way; Thunder Bay Symphony Orchestra; George Jeffrey Children; Thunder Bay in Concert; Consortium Aurora Borealis - Chamber Music; Jack Rabbit’s Ski Race; Children’s Wish Foundation; CIBC World Markets Miracle Day; Pro Kids of Thunder Bay; Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre; Lakehead University; Northern Ontario School of Medicine; various sports teams.
Shannon Joblin, CIM
Shannon is the oldest of three siblings and growing up, moved all over the country as her father worked for the RCMP. She attended Kwantlen College in British Columbia, moved to Ottawa and then made her final move to Thunder Bay.
Shannon started her career at Wood Gundy in 2002. She earned her Canadian Securities designation in 2010, CIM designation in 2016 and Life Insurance License in 2018.
Shannon’s investment philosophy is centered around building strong relationships with every client. She does this by getting to know their goals and risk tolerance which will then allow her to identify an optimal asset allocation. Overall, Shannon is focused on providing a high level of service to help clients achieve their wealth goals.
Shannon enjoys spending time with her husband and daughter while they’re skiing, camping or experiencing the everyday things life has to offer. She is an avid curler in the winter and golfer in the summer. She is also a member of and sits on the committee for Women in Action for the Thunder Bay Regional Health Science Centre Foundation.
Shannon supports local charities like the Children’s Aid Foundation of Thunder Bay, Boys and Girls Club of Thunder Bay, CIBC Run for the Cure and Hike for Hospice.
Karen Jackowski
Karen has been working alongside Robin since 1989. Karen has successfully completed the Canadian Securities Course and is currently registered as an Investment Representative. Karen has strong administrative and relationship building skills. She effectively manages day-to-day needs of clients. Her professional attitude and responsiveness ensures that the clients receive an exceptional level of service.
Karen’s extensive experience has proven to be a valuable asset and her loyalty to the firm keeps our clients confident when dealing with our team.
Suzie Bascello
As an Administrative Assistant, Suzie brings over 20 years of professional experience to the team and helps ensure our clients’ needs are met. She is responsible for administrative details and addressing our clients’ inquiries in a timely manner. Suzie is dedicated to providing
superior client service.
Our partners
We partner with CIBC experts to help address all of your wealth needs.
Nigel Newland, B.Comm., CFP
Estate Planning Specialist
As a CIBC Wood Gundy Estate Planning Specialist I work with your trusted advisor to provide you with a specialized estate plan. My expertise is rooted in financial and intergenerational wealth transfer solutions, including; preservation, estate enhancement, business succession, charitable giving, retirement income planning and tax minimization.
Before joining CIBC Wood Gundy, I worked for a private sector company based in the United States and prior to that I spent 9 years working with a large financial institution as a wealth advisor. I strive to provide you with timely professional advice that you can put into action.
Fred Kyriazis, CPA, CA
Estate Planning Specialist
I am an Estate Planning Specialist with CIBC Private Wealth Management. As a Chartered Professional Accountant, my focus over the years has been working with private business owners, professionals and farmers in developing strategies to help minimize their tax burden at various stages in their lives, including business transitions and estate planning.
I have developed a holistic approach to estate planning and provide my clients with solutions that will help them achieve their goals as it relates to their estate by minimizing the impact that taxes can have on a family’s estate.
Karen West-Taylor
Senior Trust and Estate Consultant
As a CIBC Senior Trust and Estate Consultant, Karen believes that a key component of any wealth management plan is an estate plan that protects your assets, preserves your legacy and ensures your estate is distributed. She offers services as a professional executor, power of attorney for property or trustee. She can also support someone else you appoint for these roles.
Effectively administering a trust or acting as an attorney can require time and an understanding of investments and taxes. Karen has the expertise to execute or assist others to execute that role effectively and efficiently.
Jamie Golombek, CPA, CA, CFP®, CLU, TEP, FCPA
Managing Director Tax and Estate Planning
As CIBC’s tax expert, Jamie supports CIBC Wood Gundy investment advisors in delivering integrated financial planning and advisory solutions to our high-net-worth clients. Jamie is quoted frequently in the national media and writes a weekly National Post column called Tax Expert.
Andrew Duncan, CFP, PFP, CIM
Financial Planning Specialist
As a Financial Planning Specialist and member of CIBC Wealth Planning Group, Andrew works closely with CIBC Wood Gundy Investment Advisors to provide customized and in-depth financial planning solutions to their valued clients.
With over 20 years of experience, Andrew has provided guidance to many individuals and families in a wide range of wealth management solutions, including: estate planning, retirement planning, charitable-giving, business succession planning and tax optimization strategies.
Andrew holds a Bachelor of Business Economics degree from Brock University. He also holds the Certified Financial Planner CFP®, Chartered Investment Manager CIM®, and the Personal Financial Planner PFP® designations.
Nigel Newland, B.Comm., CFP
As a CIBC Wood Gundy Estate Planning Specialist I work with your trusted advisor to provide you with a specialized estate plan. My expertise is rooted in financial and intergenerational wealth transfer solutions, including; preservation, estate enhancement, business succession, charitable giving, retirement income planning and tax minimization.
Before joining CIBC Wood Gundy, I worked for a private sector company based in the United States and prior to that I spent 9 years working with a large financial institution as a wealth advisor. I strive to provide you with timely professional advice that you can put into action.
Fred Kyriazis, CPA, CA
I am an Estate Planning Specialist with CIBC Private Wealth Management. As a Chartered Professional Accountant, my focus over the years has been working with private business owners, professionals and farmers in developing strategies to help minimize their tax burden at various stages in their lives, including business transitions and estate planning.
I have developed a holistic approach to estate planning and provide my clients with solutions that will help them achieve their goals as it relates to their estate by minimizing the impact that taxes can have on a family’s estate.
Karen West-Taylor
As a CIBC Senior Trust and Estate Consultant, Karen believes that a key component of any wealth management plan is an estate plan that protects your assets, preserves your legacy and ensures your estate is distributed. She offers services as a professional executor, power of attorney for property or trustee. She can also support someone else you appoint for these roles.
Effectively administering a trust or acting as an attorney can require time and an understanding of investments and taxes. Karen has the expertise to execute or assist others to execute that role effectively and efficiently.
Jamie Golombek, CPA, CA, CFP®, CLU, TEP, FCPA
As CIBC’s tax expert, Jamie supports CIBC Wood Gundy investment advisors in delivering integrated financial planning and advisory solutions to our high-net-worth clients. Jamie is quoted frequently in the national media and writes a weekly National Post column called Tax Expert.
Andrew Duncan, CFP, PFP, CIM
As a Financial Planning Specialist and member of CIBC Wealth Planning Group, Andrew works closely with CIBC Wood Gundy Investment Advisors to provide customized and in-depth financial planning solutions to their valued clients.
With over 20 years of experience, Andrew has provided guidance to many individuals and families in a wide range of wealth management solutions, including: estate planning, retirement planning, charitable-giving, business succession planning and tax optimization strategies.
Andrew holds a Bachelor of Business Economics degree from Brock University. He also holds the Certified Financial Planner CFP®, Chartered Investment Manager CIM®, and the Personal Financial Planner PFP® designations.