Meet The Team
Allan Gray, B.Sc. (Eng), CIM
Investment Advisor & Portfolio Manager
Allan has been in the investment business since early ‘2000. He has always felt that most investors have too much risk in their portfolios because they have too much exposure to the broad stock market. He saw a need for better diversification and active management to help protect and grow their nest eggs. In other words, Allan believes that most portfolios – which are made up of about 60% stocks and 40% bonds – are not very effective in achieving the goal of capital preservation with decent returns.
Allan believes that it’s important to get to know our clients well and to work hard to make their ambitions a reality; so that is the first, and in some ways, the most important part of our process. Whenever we get together, we will be very interested to learn more about a client’s story and what’s most important to them. His experience and love for people also allows Allan to be a trusted advisor and coach in all areas. He just enjoys helping others to pursue their meaningful goals and seeing them and their families thrive.
When not busy serving our clients or studying the world economy and investments, Allan enjoys spending time with family and friends, attending church activities, leading a men’s group, and competitive water skiing.
Anita Lyons
Assistant Investment Advisor
Anita is a highly accomplished licensed investment assistant with a demonstrated history of delivering exceptional and comprehensive service to clients. Starting on the ASE trading floor as a trader’s assistant, she is proficient and skilled in operations and trading. A wonderful blend of dedication and resourcefulness to help clients with their investment process.
She stays grounded by gardening, being around family, and travelling – she added with a quick smile.
Chelsea Sawyer
Sales & Marketing Assistant
Chelsea brings with her a lot of related client service experience and success to her role on the team. She has over 20 years of finance experience starting with Canada Trust in 1999. When not at work she has a keen interest in golf and family.
Steve Cropo
Estate & Insurance Planning
Steve has been providing clients with estate planning and insurance-based solutions tailored to their personal, professional and corporate needs for more than a decade. He utilizes specific financial tools and the knowledge of other advisors to simplify complex strategies while providing guidance, milestones and solutions which help our clients meet their long-term goals. With a keen eye on tax-efficiency, the solutions provided are best in class and can enhance our clients’ ability to exceed their financial goals while guaranteeing that their loved ones, or businesses, are fully protected.

