Maria Smirnova
About Maria Smirnova
Maria Smirnova is a Senior Portfolio Manager and Chief Investment Officer at Sprott Asset Management, where she has worked since 2005. With 24 years of experience in the investment industry, she specializes in silver equities and holds both an MBA and CFA designation.
Work at Sprott
Maria Smirnova has held the position of Senior Portfolio Manager and Chief Investment Officer at Sprott Asset Management since 2005. With 19 years of experience at the firm, she has played a significant role in managing investment portfolios. She has been a portfolio manager for the Sprott Silver Equities Class since its inception in 2012. Maria joined Sprott as a Research Associate in May 2005, contributing her expertise to the firm's investment strategies and portfolio management.
Education and Expertise
Maria Smirnova holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from the University of Toronto's Rotman School of Management, where she graduated in 2005 as a Bregman Scholar. She also earned a Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com.) degree from the University of Toronto, graduating with distinction in 1998. Additionally, she achieved the Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) designation after studying at the CFA Institute from 1995 to 2002. Her educational background provides her with a solid foundation in finance and economics.
Background
Maria Smirnova began her career in the investment industry at Excel Funds Management, where she worked as Operations Manager. She later joined Fidelity Investments Canada Limited as an Analyst in Product Development from 2000 to 2003. Her experience at these firms laid the groundwork for her subsequent role at Sprott Asset Management, where she has developed her expertise in portfolio management and investment strategies.
Achievements
Throughout her career, Maria Smirnova has been involved in discussions regarding investment opportunities in silver and its applications in the modern economy. She participated in a podcast focused on the growth of silver as an industrial metal, showcasing her knowledge and insights in the field. With 24 years of experience in the investment industry, she has established herself as a knowledgeable figure in portfolio management and investment analysis.