Neil has been working in the financial services industry for more than 20 years.  After spending the first part of his career working in the public sector as a business and strategic planner, he transitioned to the private sector working in customer service and operations while progressing through a private investment firm that provided him an opportunity to work abroad, highlighted by 18 months in Hamburg, Germany.  In 2010 he joined Olympia Trust and has been part of the management team in our Currency & Global payments division since.  In 2019 he was appointed Vice President and is focused on continuing to build our business through exceptional operations and outstanding customer service delivered by our exceptional team.  In his spare time he enjoys golfing and watching his teenage kids play soccer, and having a laugh with friends and family.

With over 13 years of experience in the financial industry, specializing in Financial Compliance and FINTRAC Regulations, Darci brings her extensive knowledge of internal operations and process implementation to the management team. She’s completed the CSC, is a designated CAMLI-PA and is committed to continued education and professional development. For the past decade Darci has honed her expertise in the industry through various courses, conferences and certifications led by industry leaders. 

Q: Best advice you have ever received?
A: Always make the best of a bad situation; learn to see the good in people, and find the silver lining

Q: If you could travel anywhere in the world, where would it be?
A: Greece, Santorini

Q: Other than working for our awesome team, what are you most passionate about?
A: Fitness, yoga and summer weather

Before joining Olympia Trust, Peggy spent more than 15 years in the Financial Services industry. Since joining Olympia in 2008 Peggy has applied her expertise in system development and enhancements to the CGP division as well as performing financial analysis. She is also involved in a treasury role and preparing necessary reconciliation. Peggy also has a vast set of experiences managing accounting departments for various financial institutions in Canada and Hong Kong, works diligently to ensure all aspects of book keeping are compliant and accurate. Peggy enjoys travelling with her family to experience different cultures in different countries.

Q: Other than working for our awesome team, what are you most passionate about?
A: I like to unwind by watching dramas and exercising.

Q: If you could travel anywhere in the world, where would it be?
A: My top two places to visit would be Iceland to see the Blue Lagoon and South Africa to see the wildlife

Q: Most used apps?
A: My two favourite apps are WhatsApp and Instagram. I like to stay connected to my family and friends overseas and be able to share highlights with them through photos on Instagram.

Bryan brings over 15 years of experience in the financial services industry to the Olympia Team. Before joining CGP Bryan was a senior VP of one of North America’s largest land acquisition companies. Bryan oversaw a team of 40 dealing representatives first in Western Canada and then moved to Toronto Ontario to run the company’s Eastern operations. Bryan was responsible for day-to-day operations while building a team that managed over $455mm is assets. Bryan has traveled the globe to establish and maintain strategic partnerships that he developed throughout his career.

Best advice you have ever received?
If it feels wrong it probably is.

If you could travel anywhere in the world, where would it be?
Anywhere warm that has a golf course.

If you could play any sport professionally what would it be?
Basketball and/or golf

With 13+ years of trading experience working directly with Olympia Trust, Ross is one of our most senior staff. He has the knowledge to work with every major industry including agriculture, oil and gas, heavy equipment and real estate. He specializes in hedging strategies and takes pride in keeping his clients informed of current market trends and projections.

Case Study: How a Simple Trading Tactic Saved Thousands of Dollars in 1 Year

Case Study: Managing Foreign Exchange Risk in an Uncertain Market Due to Covid-19

Contact Ross
lynchr@olympiatrust.com
1.866.752.7135

Q: Best advice you have ever received?
A: “Discipline equals freedom” – Jocko Willink

Q: If you could travel anywhere in the world, where would it be?
A: The Isle of Mann to watch the TT Races

Q: Other than working for our awesome team, what are you most passionate about?
A: Fitness and Motorcycles

EMP, CPH, IATP, CSC, DFOL Candidate, BA

As Senior Trade Strategist at Olympia Trust, Robert (Bob) specializes in short and long term currency hedging requirements. Working with Canadian, Asian, European and American corporations across many industries, he has extensive knowledge of global markets and strives to apply that to the individual needs of each Client. Continued education is crucial for Bob while trading in the Exempt Market. After completing the Exempt Market Licensing program, Bob continues as a current DFOL Candidate. Bob is educated in Derivatives Fundamentals and Options Licensing providing his clients with confidence to utilize forwards, futures, swaps and options.

Contact Bob
costiganr@olympiatrust.com
1.866.927.7774

Q: Other than working for our awesome team, what are you most passionate about?
A: I would run a Dog sanctuary – all dogs all over the world could come and be free, fed and healthy.

Q: If you could play any sport professionally what would it be?
A: Shortstop for the LA Dodgers

Q: Best advice you have ever received?
A: I don’t want be a product of my environment, I want my environment to be a product of me.

With 14 years of experience as a currency trader, Daron brings an expertise that his clients have come to rely on. His personalized service goes beyond payment processing and monitoring the rate. Daron ensures his clients are knowledgeable by keeping them up to date on current market trends. He specializes in hedging strategies minimizing the risk of adverse price movements.

Contact Daron
rusjand@olympiatrust.com
1.866.927.7774

Q: Best advice you have ever received?
A: When things are moving too fast slow down and take a breath.

Q: If you could travel anywhere in the world, where would it be?
A: Back to Bora Bora

Q: Most used apps?
A: Sportsnet, Bloomberg

Andrew has a Bachelor of Management and has utilized his education and knowledge of various industries to grow an extensive network of lasting business relationships.  Through collaborating with his clients he custom tailors the most effective foreign exchange program for them. His areas of expertise include industries in resource, aviation, and manufacturing sectors.

Case Study: Streamlining Global Payments Saves Company Time and Resources

Contact Andrew
parka@olympiatrust.com
1.866.927.7774

Q: If you could play any sport professionally, what would it be?
A: Golf

Q: Most used apps?
A: Wall Street Journal

Certified Financial Risk Manager (FRM)

Languages: English, French, Spanish

Alexander has been involved in capital markets since 2004 having started his career as an Equity and Derivatives Trader at one of Vancouver’s premier investment boutiques. He has practical, hands-on experience building derivative hedging strategies for institutional, corporate and retail clients. Throughout his career he has helped clients navigate through some of the biggest financial crises including building large portfolio hedges and alpha-generating trading ideas during the 2008 Great Financial Crisis.

He is a Certified Financial Risk Manager (FRM) with the Global Association of Risk Professionals. He holds a Bachelor of Applied Science (B.A.Sc.) from Simon Fraser University with a specialization in Applied Mathematics.

Case Study: New Hedging Strategy Saved Local BC Company Half a Million Dollars

Contact Alexander
granta@olympiatrust.com
1.866.927.7774

Q: Best advice you have ever received?
A: Emulation is key.

Q: If you could travel anywhere in the world, where would it be?
A: Oman

Q: If you could play any sport professionally, what would it be?
A: Soccer (OK, futbol)

Canadian Securities Course (CSC)

As a Senior Account Manager with Olympia Trust, Taylor specializes in assisting companies manage both immediate and future currency requirements. With extensive experience with large volume companies in sectors such as life sciences, Oil and Gas, Agriculture and Mining he strives to understand the unique needs of each individual business to ensure an exceptional level of service to his clients.

Article: Maximize Profits & Protect Against Losses

Contact Taylor
laheyt@olympiatrust.com
1.866.752.7135

Q: If you could travel anywhere in the world, where would it be?
A: Nicaragua 

Q: Other than working for our awesome team, what are you most passionate about?
A: Fishing

Q: If you could play any sport professionally, what would it be?
A: Golf

As a Senior Account Manager with Olympia Trust, Danielle has developed long standing relationships with her personal and corporate clients. With a genuine interest in her client’s unique needs and her extensive experience with large volume companies she is skilled to navigate each challenge while providing clients with market knowledge and outstanding customer service. Danielle has extensive experience and specializes in industries such as agriculture, pharmaceutical, oil and gas, transportation and real estate.

Case Study: Multi-Currency Account Saved Company 5% on Monthly Revenue

Case Study: Streamline payments to the US while avoiding unnecessary fees

Contact Danielle
eloschukd@olympiatrust.com
1.866.752.7135

Q: Best advice you have ever received?
A: Whether you think you can, or you think you can't--you're right.

Q: If you could travel anywhere in the world, where would it be?
A:Whitsunday Islands

Q: If you could play any sport professionally, what would it be?
A: Golf or beach volleyball

Joshua specializes in working with large volume companies involved in agriculture, manufacturing and pharmaceuticals. With his acute knowledge in the global markets, he seeks to identify his client’s current and future needs. Through spot transactions as well as market orders and forward contracts, Josh strives to ensure his clients protect bottom line costs as well as maximizing profit.

Contact Joshua
schlebachj@olympiatrust.com
1.866.752.7135

Q: If you could travel anywhere in the world, where would it be?
A: New Zealand

Q: Other than working for our awesome team, what are you most passionate about?
A: Rugby and fitness

Q: If you could play any sport professionally, what would it be?
A: Golf

For the past 7 years, Monty has been providing exceptional currency risk management solutions to his corporate partners and implemented effective analysis, tailored for unique business needs. He is dedicated to understanding currency requirements and collaboratively creating a comprehensive foreign exchange program to maintain cash flow certainty and profit protection. Having roots in Calgary and Texas, Monty has always had a keen interest in the Energy, Oil & Gas industries. He has established a meaningful role for the Cannabis, Life Science and Biopharmaceutical sector, and is anticipating the next phase in the constantly evolving industry.

Contact Monty
dioceem@olympiatrust.com
1.866.752.7135

Q: Best advice you have ever received?
A: Everyday, work harder on yourself than anything else. Don’t wish it was easier, wish you were better.

Q: If you could travel anywhere in the world, where would it be?
A: I plan on learning to sail and spending 6 months exploring the Mediterranean before my 40th Birthday.

Q: Most used apps?
A:The Score (refreshed a few dozen times daily!), WhatsApp, LinkedIn, MentorBox

BA Econ

As a Senior Account Manager, Matthew has built long term relationships with clients in major sectors such as agriculture, oil & gas, healthcare, and industrial machinery. He strives to understand the unique requirements of any client and propose strategies to mitigate risk, protect profits, and maximize any FX exposures. Matthew has a passion for financial markets and holds a Bachelor of Economics and is pursuing his chartered financial analyst designation.

Contact Matthew
shewchukm@olympiatrust.com
1.866.752.7135

Q: If you could play any sport professionally, what would it be?
A: Formula 1 driver

Q: If you could travel anywhere in the world, where would it be?
A: Italy

Q: Other than working for our awesome team, what are you most passionate about?
A: Vintage automobiles

Daniel brings 22 years of professional sales experience and 18 years of FX Market trading experience to the CGP team. With a strong focus on Technical Analysis of Global markets, Daniel excelled as a top performing trader for over 10 years with Olympia Trust Company. Daniel is now working on transferring his knowledge to the trading team to continue to improving processes and quality of service to support client’s needs.

Q: Best advice you have ever received?
A: Make the most out of every moment, live every day like it is your last.

Q: If you could play any sport professionally what would it be?
A: Formula 1 race car driver for team Ferrari.

Q: What are you most passionate about?
A: My Wife and two awesome kids, wood working, bladesmithing, rock climbing, and classic cars and motorcycles.

BA Economics/ Political Science

Jeff brings over 25 years of Capital Markets experience with a major Canadian Bank as an Executive Director in Trading and Sales.  Before joining CGP, Jeff had sales and client experience in FX, Money Markets, Fixed Income and Derivatives both in Toronto and Vancouver. Jeff was an Account Manager for some of the largest Institutional clients in Canada and looks forward to bringing this experience to CGP and building long and trusted relationships with the client base.

Q: If you could play any sport professionally what would it be?
A: Football NFL

Q: What are you most passionate about?
A:My wife and two daughters, Sports and Finance.

Bachelor of Commerce at U of C and Derivatives Fundamentals and Options Licensing Course (DFOL) Certificate

Connor is a recent graduate of the Haskayne School of Business at the University of Calgary with a Bachelor of commerce and a concentration in marketing. Connor has also completed the derivative fundamentals and options licensing course in order to provide customers with tailored solutions to currency risk problems. Connor’s goal at CGP is to enable a reliable work ethic, educational background, and ability to contribute to a successful team dynamic to provide the highest quality customer service.

Contact Connor
mccullaghc@olympiatrust.com
1.866.752.7135

Q: If you could travel anywhere in the world, where would it be?
A: Greece

Q: What are your frequently used apps or favourite websites?
A: Youtube

Q: If you could play any sport professionally, what would it be?
A: Hockey or golf