Michael Young
About Michael Young
Michael Young is an Associate Consultant at IG Wealth Management, specializing in financial planning to help clients reduce financial stress and minimize taxes. He has extensive experience in management and sales across various industries, including technology and retail.
Work at IG Wealth Management
Michael Young has been serving as an Associate Consultant at IG Wealth Management since 2018. In this role, he focuses on creating financial strategies that aim to reduce clients' financial stress and minimize taxes. Prior to his current position, he worked as a Consultant at IG Wealth Management from 2015 to 2018. His experience at IG Wealth Management contributes to a team that possesses over 35 years of combined financial planning expertise.
Previous Experience in Retail and Technology
Before joining IG Wealth Management, Michael Young held significant positions in retail and technology sectors. He was the General Manager at Best Buy Canada from 2009 to 2013, overseeing operations in Western Canada for four years. Following this, he worked at Microsoft as a Team Leader from 2013 to 2015, where he contributed to team management and project execution in Canada. Additionally, he served as Sales Manager at Henry Singer Fashion Group from 2002 to 2009 in the Edmonton area.
Education and Expertise
Michael Young studied at MacEwan University from 1992 to 1995, where he focused on Professional Golf Management and achieved a degree in Business Management. His educational background provides a foundation for his expertise in financial planning, particularly in areas such as family estate preservation, multi-generational wealth transfer, and business succession planning.
Client Relationship Focus
In his current role, Michael Young emphasizes building long-term relationships with clients, including pre/post retirees, professionals, and business owners. He aims to create a safety net for clients' short to long-term futures, ensuring that their financial needs are met through strategic planning and personalized service.