Lilia Cole
About Lilia Cole
Lilia Cole is a Manager of Regional Administration at MD Financial Management in Vancouver, British Columbia, where she has worked since 2021. She has over a decade of experience in financial services, including roles as a Financial Consultant and Branch Office Administrator.
Current Role at MD Financial Management
Lilia Cole serves as the Manager of Regional Administration at MD Financial Management in Vancouver, British Columbia. She has held this position since 2021. In her role, she provides coaching and guidance to 22 direct reports, focusing on maximizing efficiency within the team. Lilia also completes Branch Manager duties as delegated by the Regional Manager and Chief Compliance Officer, ensuring that operational standards are met. She collaborates closely with Regional Managers and the Regional Vice President to align the region with sales targets.
Previous Experience at MD Financial Management
Prior to her current role, Lilia Cole worked as a Financial Consultant at MD Financial Management from 2012 to 2021, a tenure of nine years. During this time, she developed expertise in financial consulting and client relationship management while based in Vancouver, BC. Her experience in this role contributed to her understanding of the financial services industry and prepared her for her current managerial position.
Experience at Edward Jones
Before joining MD Financial Management, Lilia worked at Edward Jones as a Branch Office Administrator from 2009 to 2012. In this role, she managed various administrative tasks and supported the branch's operations. Her experience at Edward Jones provided her with valuable insights into the financial advisory sector and enhanced her administrative skills.
Early Career at TD
Lilia Cole began her career as a Collections Officer at TD, where she worked for four months in 2008 and 2009. This role involved managing collections processes and customer interactions, laying the groundwork for her future positions in financial services.
Education and Academic Background
Lilia Cole earned her Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) Honours in Political Science and Government from Western University, completing her studies from 2000 to 2004. This academic background provided her with a strong foundation in analytical thinking and understanding of governmental systems, which she has applied throughout her career in financial management.