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 CIBC Private Wealth Management, CIBC Wood Gundy
 Allan Bush Investment Team, Better Together.
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 Allan Bush Investment Team, Better Together.
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Our team

Our team

There's No Question in Our Mind Who Comes First

So when it comes to your financial planning, we are an exclusive team that helps you achieve your goals with our unparalleled service. Like all good partnerships, we will work together to ensure your needs are met, today and tomorrow. Our motto is “Better Together”. Here’s an introduction to our team of experts.

Our Advisory Team

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Allan Bush

Senior Wealth Advisor

Tel:

(519) 883-5353

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Email:

allan.bush@cibc.ca

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As the leader of the Allan Bush Investment Team, Allan has three decades of experience and a wealth of knowledge.

Since 1987 he has been developing successful financial plans and finding the right investment and insurance solutions.

He is the team’s Chief Strategist for clients – he determines financial priorities, develops an individual roadmap while choosing the appropriate financial solutions to help get them there.

In addition, he himself has experienced the process of building up and selling a business. Allan oversees the investment practice and with his six-person team, they bring together 150+ years of expertise.

Robert W. Paterson, FCSI, FMA

Associate Wealth Advisor

Tel:

(519) 883-5357

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Email:

robertw.paterson@cibc.ca

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Robert has been with Allan for over 20 years and brings over three decades of experience and expertise in dealing with the financial needs of clients.

He is responsible for overseeing the operations of the practice and works side-by-side with Allan in managing and developing the business.

Michelle Chiang

Administrative Assistant

Tel:

(519) 883-5358

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Email:

michelle.chiang1@cibc.com

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Michelle has extensive experience in both the retail banking and wealth management sector. Previously a Manager of Client Services with another financial institution, Michelle's wide breadth of knowledge in registered products and administration provides our clients with the expertise and attention to detail they have come to expect with the Allan Bush investment Team.

Michelle is fluent in Mandarin & Cantonese.

Ashlee Maharaj

Administrative Assistant

Tel:

(519) 883-5331

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Email:

ashlee.maharaj@cibc.com

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When it comes to the client experience, Ashlee understands that building lasting connections with clients is the only way to truly make a difference. With over 15 years' experience she has made wealth management her home. Previously a Manager of Client Experience in our CIBC Banking Centre's, Ashlee now manages Allan's hectic work schedule, co-ordinates monthly client's seminars, client appreciation nights and liaisons with our Marketing and Compliance Departments to ensure our events meet the highest industry standards.

Jelena Nastic

Administrative Associate

Tel:

(519) 883-5306

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Email:

Jelena.Nastic@cibc.com

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Jelena is originally from Belgrade, Serbia and has a university degree in management.

Married, with 2 girls, she is fluent in Serbian, Croatian and Bosnian. She has been in our industry for 5 years, including a Financial Advisor role at another financial institution. Jelena is responsible for the processing of clients’ trades, requests for money, RESP withdrawals, estates and more.

Kathleen Warkentin

Client Associate

Tel:

(519) 883-5356

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Email:

kathleen.warkentin@cibc.com

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With 45 years employment at CIBC & CIBC Wood Gundy Kathleen provides excellent client service and has a wide knowledge of investment products. Her area of expertise is all in the details as she is responsible for day to day client administration, including account opening, setting up online access, meeting preparation and financial transaction records.

Allan Bush

Senior Wealth Advisor
(519) 883-5353
allan.bush​@cibc.ca

As the leader of the Allan Bush Investment Team, Allan has three decades of experience and a wealth of knowledge.

Since 1987 he has been developing successful financial plans and finding the right investment and insurance solutions.

He is the team’s Chief Strategist for clients – he determines financial priorities, develops an individual roadmap while choosing the appropriate financial solutions to help get them there.

In addition, he himself has experienced the process of building up and selling a business. Allan oversees the investment practice and with his six-person team, they bring together 150+ years of expertise.

Robert W. Paterson, FCSI, FMA

Associate Wealth Advisor
(519) 883-5357
robertw.paterson​@cibc.ca

Robert has been with Allan for over 20 years and brings over three decades of experience and expertise in dealing with the financial needs of clients.

He is responsible for overseeing the operations of the practice and works side-by-side with Allan in managing and developing the business.

Michelle Chiang

Administrative Assistant
(519) 883-5358
michelle.chiang1​@cibc.com

Michelle has extensive experience in both the retail banking and wealth management sector. Previously a Manager of Client Services with another financial institution, Michelle's wide breadth of knowledge in registered products and administration provides our clients with the expertise and attention to detail they have come to expect with the Allan Bush investment Team.

Michelle is fluent in Mandarin & Cantonese.

Ashlee Maharaj

Administrative Assistant
(519) 883-5331
ashlee.maharaj​@cibc.com

When it comes to the client experience, Ashlee understands that building lasting connections with clients is the only way to truly make a difference. With over 15 years' experience she has made wealth management her home. Previously a Manager of Client Experience in our CIBC Banking Centre's, Ashlee now manages Allan's hectic work schedule, co-ordinates monthly client's seminars, client appreciation nights and liaisons with our Marketing and Compliance Departments to ensure our events meet the highest industry standards.

Jelena Nastic

Administrative Associate
(519) 883-5306
Jelena.Nastic​@cibc.com

Jelena is originally from Belgrade, Serbia and has a university degree in management.

Married, with 2 girls, she is fluent in Serbian, Croatian and Bosnian. She has been in our industry for 5 years, including a Financial Advisor role at another financial institution. Jelena is responsible for the processing of clients’ trades, requests for money, RESP withdrawals, estates and more.

Kathleen Warkentin

Client Associate
(519) 883-5356
kathleen.warkentin​@cibc.com

With 45 years employment at CIBC & CIBC Wood Gundy Kathleen provides excellent client service and has a wide knowledge of investment products. Her area of expertise is all in the details as she is responsible for day to day client administration, including account opening, setting up online access, meeting preparation and financial transaction records.

Our Partners

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Jamie Cote

Jamie Cote, MBA, CFP, CIM

Financial Planning Specialist

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As a Financial Planning Specialist, Jamie's goal is provide a comprehensive financial planning experience taking an in-depth approach to understanding client's unique situation. Jamie began his career in 2002 while completing his undergraduate degree at Wilfrid Laurier. Jamie is a Certified Financial Planner, holds the CIM designation, and has completed an MBA from Dalhousie University. Jamie brings over 15 years of industry experience working as a business owner and Financial Planner.

 

Manjit Dhir

Manjit Dhir, BA, CFP, CLU, CHS

Estate Planning Specialist

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Manjit works closely with CIBC Advisors and their high net worth clients to create tax-efficient insurance strategies that build and protect their wealth. Whether your clients are in the early years of accumulation or considering personal or corporate succession options, Manjit will work with you to create a holistic plan that is tailored to your client’s unique financial goals and needs.

Alla Klein

Alla Klein, MBA

Senior Private Banking Advisor

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A key part of Alla's role is to provide clients and their family with convenience, flexibility and peace of mind through the services and the financial solutions she offers. She starts by understanding her client's financial goals, whether in terms of cash and credit management, investments or planning, and develops services customized to their unique needs. Along with her Associate she offers highly personalized, proactive attention, along with timely, professional and reactive services. Alla has been in the financial services industry since 2006.

Lori Strong

Lori Strong, MTI, TEP

Senior Trust and Estate Consultant

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As a Senior Trust and Estate Consultant, Lori's goal is to provide you and your family with confidence and peace of mind. She offers services as a professional executor, power of attorney for property or trustee and 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. Lori and her team has the expertise to execute or assist others in efficiently executing that role. Lori has been in the financial services industry since 1989 and part of CIBC Trust Services since 1993.

Jamie Cote

Jamie Cote, MBA, CFP, CIM

Financial Planning Specialist

As a Financial Planning Specialist, Jamie's goal is provide a comprehensive financial planning experience taking an in-depth approach to understanding client's unique situation. Jamie began his career in 2002 while completing his undergraduate degree at Wilfrid Laurier. Jamie is a Certified Financial Planner, holds the CIM designation, and has completed an MBA from Dalhousie University. Jamie brings over 15 years of industry experience working as a business owner and Financial Planner.

 

Manjit Dhir

Manjit Dhir, BA, CFP, CLU, CHS

Estate Planning Specialist

Manjit works closely with CIBC Advisors and their high net worth clients to create tax-efficient insurance strategies that build and protect their wealth. Whether your clients are in the early years of accumulation or considering personal or corporate succession options, Manjit will work with you to create a holistic plan that is tailored to your client’s unique financial goals and needs.

Alla Klein

Alla Klein, MBA

Senior Private Banking Advisor

A key part of Alla's role is to provide clients and their family with convenience, flexibility and peace of mind through the services and the financial solutions she offers. She starts by understanding her client's financial goals, whether in terms of cash and credit management, investments or planning, and develops services customized to their unique needs. Along with her Associate she offers highly personalized, proactive attention, along with timely, professional and reactive services. Alla has been in the financial services industry since 2006.

Lori Strong

Lori Strong, MTI, TEP

Senior Trust and Estate Consultant

As a Senior Trust and Estate Consultant, Lori's goal is to provide you and your family with confidence and peace of mind. She offers services as a professional executor, power of attorney for property or trustee and 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. Lori and her team has the expertise to execute or assist others in efficiently executing that role. Lori has been in the financial services industry since 1989 and part of CIBC Trust Services since 1993.

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There's No Question in Our Mind Who Comes First

So when it comes to your financial planning, we are an exclusive team that helps you achieve your goals with our unparalleled service. Like all good partnerships, we will work together to ensure your needs are met, today and tomorrow. Our motto is “Better Together”. Here’s an introduction to our team of experts.

Internal Partners

Exclusive Financial Services

As part of your experience, we offer a complete array of exclusive financial services backed with the unified strength of CIBC Wealth Advisory Services.

CIBC Wood Gundy Investment Advisor

Discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management including stocks, fixed income and alternative investments.

CIBC Wealth Advisor

Wealth planning strategies, estate planning, inter-generational wealth transfer and tax optimization strategies

CIBC Trust

Executor and co-executor, power of attorney, trust administrator will and estate settlement.

CIBC Wood Gundy Estate Planning Speciaist

Retirement planning revenue protection and insurance products.

CIBC Private Banker

Personal cash management and credit planning

There's No Question in Our Mind Who Comes First

So when it comes to your financial planning, we are an exclusive team that helps you achieve your goals with our unparalleled service. Like all good partnerships, we will work together to ensure your needs are met, today and tomorrow. Our motto is “Better Together”. Here’s an introduction to our team of experts.

ashlee.maharaj@cibc.comkathleen.warkentin@cibc.com

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Internal Partners

Exclusive Financial Services

As part of your experience, we offer a complete array of exclusive financial services backed with the unified strength of CIBC Wealth Advisory Services.

CIBC Wood Gundy Investment Advisor

Discretionary and non-di-scretionary portfolio management including stocks, fixed income and alternative investments.

CIBC Trust

Executor and co-executor, power of attorney, trust administrato will and estate settlement.

CIBC Wealth Advisor

Wealth planning strategies, estate planning, inter-generational wealth transfer and tax optimization strategies

CIBC Wood Gundy Estate Planning Speciaist

Retirement planning revenue protection and insurance products.

CIBC Private Banker

Personal cash management and credit planning

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Team

We are an exclusive team that helps you achieve your goals with our unparalleled service.

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Philosophy

We have a different way of thinking about investing that is effective in any market cycle.

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Process

We have developed a defined process that will allows us to work directly with each client.

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Community

We have a strong belief that partnership goes beyond the business and into the community.

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"CIBC Private Wealth" consists of services provided by CIBC and certain of its subsidiaries through CIBC Private Banking; CIBC Private Investment Counsel, a division of CIBC Asset Management Inc. ("CAM"); CIBC Trust Corporation; and CIBC Wood Gundy, a division of CIBC World Markets Inc. ("WMI"). CIBC Private Banking provides solutions from CIBC Investor Services Inc. ("ISI"), CAM and credit products. CIBC Private Wealth services are available to qualified individuals. Insurance services are only available through CIBC Wood Gundy Financial Services Inc. In Quebec, insurance services are only available through CIBC Wood Gundy Financial Services (Quebec) Inc.

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CIBC Private Wealth” consists of services provided by CIBC and certain of its subsidiaries through CIBC Private Banking; CIBC Private Investment Counsel, a division of CIBC Asset Management Inc. (“CAM”); CIBC Trust Corporation; and CIBC Wood Gundy, a division of CIBC World Markets Inc. (“WMI”). CIBC Private Banking provides solutions from CIBC Investor Services Inc. (“ISI”), CAM and credit products. CIBC Private Wealth services are available to qualified individuals. Insurance services are only available through CIBC Wood Gundy Financial Services Inc. In Quebec, insurance services are only available through CIBC Wood Gundy Financial Services (Quebec) Inc.


CIBC Private Wealth services are available to qualified individuals. The CIBC logo and “CIBC Private Wealth” are trademarks of CIBC, used under license.