Tom Reimer Cim
About Tom Reimer Cim
Tom Reimer CIM serves as the Director of Institutional Sales at Russell Investments in Toronto, Ontario, bringing extensive experience from previous roles at Merrill Lynch, Brandes Investment Partners, and AGF Asset Management Asia.
Current Role at Russell Investments
Tom Reimer serves as the Director of Institutional Sales at Russell Investments, a position he has held since 2018. In this role, he focuses on tailoring investment information delivery to meet the individual learning styles of institutional investors. His approach aims to enhance the decision-making processes of clients in the investment management sector.
Previous Experience in Financial Services
Prior to his current role, Tom Reimer accumulated extensive experience in the financial services industry. He worked at Merrill Lynch as a Financial Consultant from 1984 to 1990 in the Toronto, Canada Area. He also served as the National Director of Institutional Services at Brandes Investment Partners from 2001 to 2012. Additionally, he held the position of Managing Partner/Founder at ELITE Advisors Canada Inc. from 2012 to 2015.
Educational Background and Certifications
Tom Reimer has a diverse educational background. He studied at The University of British Columbia, earning a B. Education (Honours) in psychology and business. He also completed a Certificate in Marketing and New Media at the University of California, Los Angeles, and an Executive Certificate in Strategy and Innovation from MIT Sloan School of Management. Furthermore, he achieved the Chartered Investment Manager (CIM) designation from the Canadian Securities Institute in 2015.
Professional Development and Training
In addition to his formal education, Tom Reimer has pursued various professional development opportunities. He completed the Trustee Master Class at the Shareholder Association for Research and Education (SHARE) in 2017 and studied Rebuilding Native Nations: Strategies for Governance and Development at the University of Arizona in 2019. He also achieved the Foundations of Trust Management Standards (FTMS) from the International Foundation of Employee Benefit Plans in 2019.
Personal Philosophy and Approach
Tom Reimer emphasizes teamwork, competition, and leadership in his investment management approach, drawing from his background as a former professional athlete. He believes in building trust and credibility in the investment management field, encapsulated in his personal motto, 'Believe and you will be believed.' This philosophy guides his interactions with clients and colleagues alike.