Future of the Finance Professional: A Panel Discussion by the CFA Society of Edmonton and the University of Alberta Business Alumni Association
Are you curious about where a finance background can actually take you—or what the future of a finance professional looks like?
Join the CFA Society of Edmonton and the University of Alberta Business Alumni Association for Future of the Finance Professional: A Panel Discussion. This engaging session brings together industry leaders Jonathan Braams, Valerie Gibbs, and Tim Lynn to share their insights on evolving career paths, emerging trends, and the skills needed to stay competitive in a rapidly changing financial landscape.
Whether you’re a student, early-career professional, or seasoned practitioner, this panel will offer valuable perspectives, practical advice, and an opportunity to better understand how to navigate and shape your future in finance.
Details
- May 6th, 2026 at 5:30 pm MT
- Campio Ritchie (2nd Floor)
- Registration Fees:
- Member Fee: Complimentary
- Non-Member Fee: $20
Schedule
- 5:30pm – Doors open
- 6:00pm – Panel Discussion
- 7:00pm – Networking Social
Panelists
Jonathan Braams
Valerie Gibbs
Tim Lynn
Jonathan Braams
Jonathan Braams is a Director in the Infrastructure and Renewable Resources group at Alberta Investment Management Corporation (AIMCo), a global institutional investment manager with approximately C$183 billion in assets under management as of June 30, 2025.
He is responsible for the management of direct and fund investments and the evaluation of new investment opportunities, with a particular focus on the Timberland and Agriculture sectors. Prior to specializing in these asset classes, he held roles within AIMCo’s Client Relations and Private Equity teams.
Jonathan holds the CFA and CBV designations and earned a Bachelor of Commerce degree from the University of Alberta.
Valerie Gibbs
Valerie brings more than ten years of experience in the finance industry to her role as an Investment Counsellor with RBC PH&N Investment Counsel. Supported by seasoned investment managers strategically located in key markets around the world, Valerie provides customized wealth management solutions to high-net-worth individuals, their families, businesses, foundations, and not-for-profit organizations. Valerie is a member of the RBC PH&N IC Investment Committee and has earned both her CFA designation and CFP designation. She is also passionate about having an impact in the community as President of the CFA Society Edmonton and Co-Chair of Edmonton Women in Finance.