Louis Kierstead
About Louis Kierstead
Louis Kierstead serves as the Regional Manager for Atlantic Canada at MD Financial Management, a position he has held since 2019. He has extensive experience in the financial sector, having previously worked in various roles at CIBC, RBC, and Scotiabank.
Work at MD Financial Management
Louis Kierstead has been serving as the Regional Manager for Atlantic Canada at MD Financial Management since 2019. In this role, he oversees operations and client relations within the Atlantic region, leveraging his extensive experience in financial management. Prior to his current position, he worked as a Portfolio Manager at MD Financial Management from 2016 to 2019, where he managed investment portfolios and provided financial advice to clients across New Brunswick.
Previous Experience in Financial Services
Before joining MD Financial Management, Louis Kierstead held various positions in the financial services sector. He worked as a Senior Financial Advisor at RBC - Private Investment Counsel from 1998 to 2002, where he provided investment advice and portfolio management services. He then transitioned to CIBC as a Corporate Account Manager from 2002 to 2006, focusing on corporate client relationships in Moncton, NB. Following this, he spent a decade at Scotiabank as an Associate Portfolio Manager in ScotiaWealth Private Investment Counsel from 2006 to 2016.
Education and Expertise
Louis Kierstead earned his Master of Business Administration (MBA) from Université de Moncton, completing his studies from 1999 to 2002. His educational background, combined with his extensive experience in financial management and investment advisory roles, equips him with the expertise to navigate complex financial landscapes and provide strategic guidance to clients.
Career Timeline
Louis Kierstead's career in the financial industry spans over two decades. He began as an Associate Portfolio Manager at Scotiabank in 2006, where he worked for ten years. He then transitioned to MD Financial Management as a Portfolio Manager in 2016. After three years in that role, he became the Regional Manager for Atlantic Canada in 2019. His previous roles at CIBC and RBC further solidify his comprehensive understanding of corporate and personal finance.