About Us
Learn more about Edmonton’s investment pros, careers, ethical standards, and finance community.
About CFA Institue
CFA Institute is the global association of investment professionals that sets the standard for professional excellence and credentials. The organization is a champion of ethical behavior in investment markets and a respected source of knowledge in the global financial community. Our aim is to create an environment where investors’ interests come first, markets function at their best, and economics grow. Our network of more than 160 societies helps carry out our global mission in local markets.
What We Do
CFA Society Edmonton connects investment professionals through ethics, professional development, and career growth. As a local association of investment professionals, we promote ethical standards, facilitate networking, and provide industry insights to help members excel. Our members gain access to continuing education, mentorship, and expert perspectives on the evolving financial landscape.
Board of Directors 2025 – 2026

Valerie Gibbs

Evan MacKinnon

Muhammad Usman

Jesse Little

Walter Viale

Matthew Oliphant

David Lee

Kerry Nield

Ali Iqbal

Nilesh Paray
Celebrating 50 Years of CFA Society Edmonton
What a night to remember! Our 50th Anniversary brought together members, colleagues, and friends for an evening of meaningful conversations, valuable connections, and a heartfelt tribute to five decades of excellence in finance. Thank you to all who joined us in honouring our past, celebrating our present, and looking ahead to an exciting future for our community.
Past Presidents
Nilesh Paray 2023-2024
Rex Alex 2020-2023
Stephen Thompson 2018-2020
Rod Babineau 2016-2018
Brett Kimak 2014-2016
Chris Turchansky 2012-2014
Aaron Brown 2010 -2012
David Lawson 2009-2010
Linnea McKercher 2008-2009
Keith Walton 2007-2008
Randell Garvey 2006-2007
Blake Walker 2005-2006
Kevin Spitzmacher 2004-2005
Savvas Pallaris 2003-2004
Stefan Cowell 2002-2003
Christian Strigl 2001-2002
Jason Baba 2000-2001
Ian Madsen 1999-2000
Christopher Jones 1998-1999
Bruce Allen 1997-1998
Richard Masson 1996-1997
Catherine Tuckwell 1995-1996
Douglas Stratton 1993-1995
Maria Holowinsky 1992-1993
Karen Cook 1990-1991
Valmon Vaillant 1989-1990
David Schuster 1988-1989
Lex Kerkovius 1987-1988
Paticia Muzyk 1986-1987
John Hagen 1986-1987
Vida Grace 1984-1986
Geoffrey Waters 1983-1984
Douglas Penner 1982-1983
Shirley Didluck 1982-1983
Robin McLean 1981-1982
Josef Schachter 1980-1981
Lorne Silverstein 1979-1980
Leon Cender 1978-1979
Brian Hornby 1977-1978
Barbara Belch 1976-1977
Barbara McDougall 1976-1977
