Richard Usher-Jones is the President of Lysander Funds, and is concurrently a Portfolio Manager at Canso Investment Counsel. Prior to joining Lysander Funds and Canso in 2009, Richard was a member of the Canadian Executive Team at Russell Investments. Richard holds a Bachelor of Arts degree from Queen's University, as well as the Canadian Investment Manager (CIM) and Fellow of the Canadian Securities Institute (FCSI) designations.
Raj Vijh
Chief Financial Officer
Raj Vijh is the Chief Financial Officer of Lysander Funds. Prior to joining Lysander Funds in 2011, Raj was Vice President, Investment Finance at CPP Investment Board; and COO and CFO at Russell Investments Canada. Raj holds an Honours Bachelor of Physics degree from the University of Bristol in the U.K., and has also qualified as a Chartered Accountant with the Institute of Chartered Accountants of England and Wales.
Paul Adair
Chief Investment Officer, Chief Operating Officer
Paul Adair is Chief Operating Officer at Lysander funds. Prior to joining Lysander Funds in 2023, Paul was the Director & Portfolio Manager, Products & Services at Richardson Wealth Limited and Chief Compliance Officer for Richardson Wealth (USA) Limited. Prior to that he was Managing Director, Managed Accounts at BMO Nesbitt Burns and was an Investment Counsellor at CT Private Investment Counsel. Paul holds a HBSc. in Mechanical Engineering from the University of the Waterloo, and an MBA from York University and is a CFA Charterholder.
Ruth Liu
Chief Compliance Officer, General Counsel and Corporate Secretary
Ruth Liu is Chief Compliance Officer, General Counsel and Corporate Secretary at Lysander Funds. Prior to joining Lysander in 2018, Ruth was Senior Counsel at a Schedule I bank, supporting the bank’s wealth businesses. Prior to that, she was Partner in the Securities and Capital Markets practice group at Borden Ladner Gervais LLP. Called to the Ontario Bar, Ruth holds a J.D. and B.Sc. from the University of Toronto.
Jason Darling
Vice President, National Sales
Jason Darling is Vice President, National Sales, at Lysander Funds. Prior to joining Lysander Funds in 2018, Jason was the Director, Southwestern Ontario at Richardson GMP. Prior to that, he held various management and sales positions at Russell Investments, CIBC, Merrill Lynch, and Canada Trust. Jason holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Economics from Western University, King's University College.
Graydon Joyner
Vice President, National Accounts
Graydon Joyner is Vice President of the National Accounts Team at Lysander Funds. Prior to joining Lysander Funds in 2021, Graydon was Head of National Accounts with SunLife Global Investments. Prior to that Graydon held National Accounts positions with AGF, Russell Investments and AIM Trimark. Graydon holds a Bachelor of Arts degree from Dalhousie University and received his CFP Designation in 2007.
Ian Mauchan
Vice President, Sales
Eastern Ontario, Toronto
Ian Mauchan is a Vice President on the Sales Team at Lysander Funds. Prior to joining Lysander Funds in 2009, Ian held senior positions at Russell Investments, Tricycle Asset Management and Invesco Canada. Ian holds an Honours Bachelor of Arts degree from Huron College at Western University, and has completed the Canadian Securities Course.
Daniel Morelli
Business Development Manager
Eastern Ontario, Toronto
Daniel Morelli is a Business Development Manager at Lysander Funds. Prior to joining Lysander Funds in 2019, Daniel held sales positions at a variety of mutual fund companies, including CI Investments and Dynamic Funds, in addition to his experience trading on a prop desk. Daniel holds a Bachelor of Commerce degree from Concordia’s John Molson School of Business with a major in Finance and has completed the Canadian Securities Course.
Wing Hua
Vice President, Sales
Eastern GTA, Toronto
Wing Hua is a Vice President on the Sales Team at Lysander Funds. Wing has over 15 years of capital markets experience, and prior to joining Lysander Funds in 2016, held positions at different investment companies, including O’Leary Funds and Acuity Funds. Wing holds a Bachelor of Arts degree with a major in Political Science from the University of British Columbia, and is a CFA charterholder.
Max Henry
Sales Coordinator
Eastern GTA, Toronto
Max Henry is a Sales Coordinator at Lysander Funds. Max earned his Honours Business Administration degree from the Lazaridis School of Business and Economics, with a major in finance and minor in economics. Prior to joining Lysander Funds, Max worked as an analyst at Waratah Capital Advisors Ltd., among other finance and sales positions. During his studies, Max completed several certificates in financial modelling, such as the FMVA. Max has completed the Canadian Securities Course.
Joe Cesnik
Vice President, Sales
Southwestern Ontario
Joe Cesnik is a Vice President on the Sales Team at Lysander Funds. Prior to joining Lysander Funds in 2012, Joe was a Regional Vice President with AGF Funds. Prior to that, Joe held sales manager roles at CM Investment Management (a division of CIBC) and Merrill Lynch Investment Managers. Joe holds an Honours Bachelor of Arts degree in Intellectual History and English from York University, as well as a Master of Arts degree in History from the University of Toronto. Joe has also completed the Canadian Securities Course and the IFIC certification.
Kevin Orleman
Business Development Manager
Southwestern Ontario
Kevin Orleman is a Business Development Manager at Lysander Funds. Kevin also plays professional lacrosse in the National Lacrosse League. Prior to joining Lysander Funds in 2021, Kevin spent time as a Research Assistant at Raymond James Financial. Prior to that, Kevin worked as a Customer Service Representative at TD Bank. Kevin holds a Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of Guelph.
Paul Zanette
Vice President, Sales
Toronto, Northern Ontario
Paul Zanette is Vice President of Sales at Lysander Funds. Prior to joining Lysander Funds in 2018, Paul played as a professional hockey player in both North America and Europe. Paul holds a Bachelor degree in Accounting from Niagara University in the U.S., as well as a Master of Business Administration from Edinburgh Business School in Scotland.
Aidan Ross
Sales Coordinator
Toronto, Northern Ontario
Aidan Ross is a Sales Coordinator at Lysander Funds. Prior to Lysander, Aidan held various positions with ScotiaMcleod, BMO Capital Markets and BMO Compliance. Aidan holds a Business, Management and Organizational Studies degree, with a specialization in Finance from The University of Western Ontario, and has completed the Canadian Securities Course.
Kevin Donaghey
Sales Coordinator
Ontario
Kevin Donaghey is a Sales Coordinator at Lysander Funds. Kevin earned his bachelor’s degree from the Lang School of Business at the University of Guelph with a major in Management of Finance and Economics. Prior to Lysander, Kevin worked in sales roles at Techtronic Industries (TTI), as well as a research position at the Fraser Institute.
Adriano Pietrantonio
Vice President, Sales
Quebec West
Adriano Pietrantonio is a Vice President on the Sales Team at Lysander Funds. Prior to joining Lysander Funds in 2021, Adriano held senior sales positions at Russell Investments and CI Investments. Adriano holds a Bachelors of Commerce, Finance degree from Concordia University, has completed the Canadian Securities Course and is currently working towards his Chartered Investment Manager (CIM) designation.
Francesco Massa
Business Development Manager
Quebec West
Francesco Massa is a Business Development Manager at Lysander Funds. Prior to joining Lysander Funds in 2016, Francesco held positions at different financial institutions, including Laurentian Bank Securities, TD Waterhouse and TD Canada Trust. Francesco holds a Bachelor of Arts degree from McGill University, and has completed the Canadian Securities Course, Conduct and Practices Handbook course and Derivatives Fundamentals and Options Licensing course.
Michelle Drouin
Vice President, Sales
Quebec East
Michelle Drouin is a Vice President on the Sales Team at Lysander Funds. Prior to joining Lysander Funds in 2016, Michelle was a District Vice President at RBC Global Asset Management. Prior to that, she held sales positions at IA Clarington Investments and Fidelity Investments. Michelle holds a degree in Communications from Concordia University, and a diploma in Communications from Collège Jean-de-Brébeuf.
Santo Certo
Business Development Manager
Quebec East
Santo Certo is a Business Development Manager at Lysander Funds. Prior to joining Lysander Funds, Santo held positions at different financial institutions, including RBC Global Asset Management, BMO Investorline and IA Clarington. Santo holds a Bachelor of Commerce from Concordia University, has completed the Canadian Securities Course, Conduct and Practices Handbook course and Options Licensing course.
Gabriel Bourassa
Sales Coordinator
Quebec
Gabriel Bourassa is a Sales Coordinator at Lysander Funds. Prior to joining Lysander Funds, Gabriel occupied sales positions in telecommunication and in property and casualty insurance. Gabriel holds a Bachelor of Business Administration from Bishop’s University with a major in Finance.
Sean Edmunds
Vice President, Sales
British Columbia
Sean Edmunds is a Vice President on the Sales Team at Lysander Funds. Prior to joining Lysander Funds in 2019, Sean held positions in sales and wealth management at RBC Global Asset Management and BMO Financial Group. Sean holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Economics from the University of Victoria. He is also a CFA Charterholder and accredited financial planner.
Aaron Amos
Business Development Manager
British Columbia
Aaron Amos is a Business Development Manager at Lysander Funds. Prior to joining Lysander Funds in 2021, Aaron was a Business Development Associate at Manulife Investment Management. Aaron holds a bachelor of Arts degree from the University of Victoria and has completed the Canadian Securities Course.
TK McNair
Vice President, Sales
British Columbia
TK McNair is Vice President of Sales at Lysander Funds. Prior to joining Lysander Funds in 2018, TK was a Client Service Representative at Canso Investment Counsel Ltd. TK holds a Bachelor of Management degree from Dalhousie University, and has completed the Canadian Securities Course.
Vardaan Dhawan
Business Development Manager
British Columbia
Vardy Dhawan is a Business Development Manager at Lysander Funds. Prior to joining Lysander Funds in 2024, Vardy held business development and sales positions at Mackenzie Investments and Manulife Investment Management, in addition to a few accounting roles. Vardy holds a Bachelor of Commerce degree from MacEwan University with a double major in Accounting and Finance and has completed the Canadian Securities Course.
Peter McCarthy
Vice President, Sales
Alberta
Peter McCarthy is a Vice President on the Sales Team at Lysander Funds. Prior to joining Lysander Funds in 2024, Peter held senior sales positions at Mackenzie Investments and iA Clarington Investments. Peter holds a Bachelor of Commerce degree from Memorial University. He has completed the Canadian Securities Course and is currently working towards the Chartered Investment Manager (CIM) designation.
Anna Lepsoe
Sales Coordinator
Alberta
Anna Lepsoe is a Sales Coordinator at Lysander Funds. Prior to Lysander, Anna held sales positions at Mackenzie Investments. Anna holds a Bachelor of Commerce degree from Queen’s University and has completed the Canadian Securities Course.
Graeme Shields
Sales Coordinator
Western Canada
Graeme Shields is a Sales Coordinator at Lysander Funds. Graeme earned his bachelor’s degree from the University of Western Ontario. Prior to Lysander, Graeme worked in Mergers and Acquisitions at Questrade Financial, as well as a sales role at Traffic Tech.
Dave Skillen
Vice President, Sales
Atlantic
Dave Skillen is a Vice President on the Sales Team at Lysander Funds. Dave has over a decade of capital markets experience, and before joining Lysander Funds in 2024, Dave held a senior sales & marketing position at CI Global Asset Management. Dave holds a Bachelor of Business Administration with a major in Finance from the Gerald Schwartz School of Business - St. Francis Xavier University. He has completed the Canadian Securities Course, has a Certificate in Advance Financial Advice, and is currently working towards the Chartered Investment Manager (CIM) designation.
Griffin Harvey
Business Development Manager
Atlantic
Griffin Harvey is a Business Development Manager at Lysander Funds. Prior to joining Lysander Funds, Griffin held sales and marketing positions at a variety of companies. Griffin holds a Bachelor of Management degree from Dalhousie University, with a major in Entrepreneurship and Innovation. During his studies, he also completed a number of certificates which include; Leading People and Organizations, Marketing Management, as well as financial modelling certifications. Griffin is also a CIM holder.
Deacon Thornberry
Associate Vice President, Sales
Manitoba, Saskatchewan
Deacon Thornberry is an Associate Vice President on the Sales Team at Lysander Funds. Prior to joining Lysander Funds, Deacon was a Business Development Manager at RBC Global Asset Management, and previously a Business Development Associate at Fidelity Investments. Deacon holds a Bachelor of Commerce from University of British Columbia, has completed the Canadian Securities Course, and has passed CFA Level 1.
Nick Usher-Jones
Sales Coordinator
Manitoba, Saskatchewan
Nick Usher-Jones is a Sales Coordinator at Lysander Funds. Prior to joining Lysander Funds, Nick previously held positions in the Canso Investment Counsel rotational program. Nick earned his Bachelor of Commerce Degree at Dalhousie University and has completed the Canadian Securities Course.
Karen Steinmann
Associate Vice President, National Accounts
Karen Steinmann is an Associate Vice President on the National Accounts Team at Lysander Funds. Prior to joining Lysander Funds in 2023, Karen ran the product shelf at an independent dealer. Karen has a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from the University of British Columbia and a Master of Finance from the Rotman School of Management at the University of Toronto. Karen is also a CFA Charterholder.
Maryia Samartsava
Associate Vice President, National Accounts
Maryia Samartsava is an Associate Vice President on the National Accounts Team at Lysander Funds. Prior to joining Lysander Funds in 2023, Maryia worked with institutional investors both as an Investment Consultant and on the buy side. Maryia is fluent in French, holds a Masters of Financial Markets degree from EDHEC Business School, a Bachelor of Mathematics degree from Waterloo University and is a CFA Charterholder.
Ian Marthinsen
Portfolio Manager
Ian Marthinsen is a Portfolio Manager at Lysander Funds. Prior to joining Lysander Funds in 2015, Ian held client relationship management positions at different asset management companies, including Gluskin Sheff + Associates and BMO Nesbitt Burns. Ian holds a Bachelor of Commerce degree from the University of Guelph, an MBA from the Rotman School of Management at the University of Toronto, and is a CFA Charterholder.
Hasib Gul
Portfolio Analyst
Hasib Gul is a Portfolio Analyst with the Portfolio Strategy Group at Lysander Funds. Prior to joining Lysander Funds, he held roles as a trade floor analyst across TD Securities and Scotiabank Capital Markets in fixed income and equity sales and trading. Hasib holds an HBBA in Finance and Economics from Wilfrid Laurier University and multiple certifications, including Bloomberg Analytics, CSC, and CPH.
