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Rakesh Vijay, M.Com., M.B.A, PFP Senior Wealth Manager

As a Senior Wealth Manager with Raymond James, my mission is to provide you with trusted investment advice combined with the highest standard of service this industry has to offer. I believe in building long-term relationships with my clients by putting them first in whatever I do. Backed by the powerful research and tools of the Raymond James wealth management platform, I partner with my clients to build and preserve their wealth.

My career in the financial services industry began in India in 1982. Throughout my career, I have held several leadership positions in the industry and some of my responsibilities have included recruitment, training and mentoring of new financial advisors.

My educational credentials include an MBA and MComm, Accounting, PGDBM (post Graduate diploma in Business Management), DCSA (diploma in Computer Science and Application) & DEXIM (diploma in Export/Import Management), PFPC (Professional Financial Planning Course), CSC, CPH & Insurance Level II.

I use my knowledge and experience to design and implement investment strategies to help my clients attain their financial goals and objectives. I meet with my clients on an ongoing basis to set realistic financial goals for their changing circumstances.

I believe in giving back to the community which gives me the feeling of connectedness and the satisfaction of contributing. I volunteer with local organizations as well as internationally whenever possible. Some of my community activities include: Main sponsor, Annual Fund Raising - William Osler Health Foundation, Brampton Civic, Peel Memorial and Etobicoke General Hospital, Main sponsor Share and care (Food Bank), Fund raising - AIM for SEVA (eaducation and healthcare for children in rural areas in India). Ex- President of Lions Club International, still help with fund raising and other activities, i.e., food at shelters (cooking and preparing), tree plantation, Scott Mission, Toronto food bank.

Raymond James is not affiliated with the above organizations and/or charitable causes.