Scott Madams, CIM, DMS
Senior Investment Advisor
Portfolio Manager
Scott focuses on working with ultra-high-net-worth clients to create a personalized financial strategy in addition to overseeing the portfolio design and implementation.
Scott has been with CIBC Wood Gundy for 14 years and as portfolio manager for six, working with ultra-high-net-worth families, institutions and foundations. Prior to forming the Madams Advisory Group in 2006, Scott worked in compliance at a Winnipeg investment firm. Scott graduated from Red River College and is a believer that you never stop learning.
When not in the office, Scott enjoys CrossFit and reading. He lives in Headingley, MB with Devon and their son Chase and Doberman Pippi.
Devon Mistafa, CIM, FMA
Financial Associate
Devon is often the first voice you hear. She specializes in financial management and is the primary trader on the team's portfolios. In addition, she coordinates plans & strategies with our clients other trusted advisors.
Devon joined CIBC Wood Gundy in 2008 and has years of experience working with successful families and institutional clients. She graduated from the University of Winnipeg and has gone on to earn both the Chartered Investment Manager (CIM®) designation, as well as the Financial Management Advisor (FMA) designation from the Canadian Securities Institute.
In her free time, Devon loves spending time with her son Chase, traveling and walking the family Doberman.
Chandra Bolianaz
Financial Associate
Chandra joined CIBC Wood Gundy in 2014 and currently coordinates the team's marketing strategies as well as being a point of contact for client relationships. With almost 15 years financial services experience Chandra holds all of the necessary industry credentials required to assist clients. Chandra and her husband Jared have 3 young children, Jackson, Leighton & Isla. She enjoys traveling with her family and spending time at the rink watching the kids play Hockey & Ringette.
Jolene Pashko
Client Associate
Jolene joined CIBC Wood Gundy in 1998 and has gained extensive knowledge and experience in the financial services industry. She enjoys the fast paced environment and clients can rely on Jolene to ensure all administrative requests are handled with speed and accuracy. Outside of work, Jolene enjoys spending time with family and friends and her Himalayan Ragdoll cat, Pea.
Mike Gershman
Associate Investment Advisor
Mike joined CIBC Wood Gundy in 2021 in an associate role. He holds a Bachelor of Science and Minor Degree in Business Admin Finance from Valley City State University. He is currently pursuing the Chartered Investment Manager (CIM®) designation. He has previous experience in the Pharmaceutical and Medical Device industry in the US and Manitoba. Mike is detail oriented, client-centric and excels in a dynamic environment. In his spare time he likes baseball, golf and playing with his dog, Whiskey.
Scott Madams, CIM, DMS
Scott focuses on working with ultra-high-net-worth clients to create a personalized financial strategy in addition to overseeing the portfolio design and implementation.
Scott has been with CIBC Wood Gundy for 14 years and as portfolio manager for six, working with ultra-high-net-worth families, institutions and foundations. Prior to forming the Madams Advisory Group in 2006, Scott worked in compliance at a Winnipeg investment firm. Scott graduated from Red River College and is a believer that you never stop learning.
When not in the office, Scott enjoys CrossFit and reading. He lives in Headingley, MB with Devon and their son Chase and Doberman Pippi.
Devon Mistafa, CIM, FMA
Devon is often the first voice you hear. She specializes in financial management and is the primary trader on the team's portfolios. In addition, she coordinates plans & strategies with our clients other trusted advisors.
Devon joined CIBC Wood Gundy in 2008 and has years of experience working with successful families and institutional clients. She graduated from the University of Winnipeg and has gone on to earn both the Chartered Investment Manager (CIM®) designation, as well as the Financial Management Advisor (FMA) designation from the Canadian Securities Institute.
In her free time, Devon loves spending time with her son Chase, traveling and walking the family Doberman.
Chandra Bolianaz
Chandra joined CIBC Wood Gundy in 2014 and currently coordinates the team's marketing strategies as well as being a point of contact for client relationships. With almost 15 years financial services experience Chandra holds all of the necessary industry credentials required to assist clients. Chandra and her husband Jared have 3 young children, Jackson, Leighton & Isla. She enjoys traveling with her family and spending time at the rink watching the kids play Hockey & Ringette.
Jolene Pashko
Jolene joined CIBC Wood Gundy in 1998 and has gained extensive knowledge and experience in the financial services industry. She enjoys the fast paced environment and clients can rely on Jolene to ensure all administrative requests are handled with speed and accuracy. Outside of work, Jolene enjoys spending time with family and friends and her Himalayan Ragdoll cat, Pea.
Mike Gershman
Mike joined CIBC Wood Gundy in 2021 in an associate role. He holds a Bachelor of Science and Minor Degree in Business Admin Finance from Valley City State University. He is currently pursuing the Chartered Investment Manager (CIM®) designation. He has previous experience in the Pharmaceutical and Medical Device industry in the US and Manitoba. Mike is detail oriented, client-centric and excels in a dynamic environment. In his spare time he likes baseball, golf and playing with his dog, Whiskey.