by Tom Bradley

I'm pleased to introduce the newest member of our team, Jeff Stashuk. Jeff is joining us in the role of Associate Investor Specialist in our Vancouver office, where he’ll work closely with our client service team in helping our investors build and manage their portfolios.

Jeff has a unique background. He attended Faulkner University in Alabama on a golf scholarship and earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Sports Management. He was the university’s head golf coach in his senior year, and needless to say, has a steady set of hands.

Following university, Jeff chose to work in the advisory side of the investment business, as he saw it as a natural extension of his passion for coaching. He started his career at Royal Bank in 2012 as a Client Service Representative, and subsequently joined MD Management in 2015 as a Client Assistant, and later, Team Lead (Regional Administration).

Growing up in Coquitlam, Jeff took up golf at a young age and has a passion for sports and the outdoors in general. He enjoys spending time with friends and family, fishing, and exploring B.C. whenever he can.

As with every new employee, we peppered him with ‘short snappers’ to get to know him a little better. Here’s what we learned.

  • Avocado toast or bacon & eggs: Avocado toast
  • Most visited website (outside the office): PGAtour.com
  • Last book read: No Ego (by Cy Wakeman)
  • Callaway or Titleist: Titleist
  • Favourite restaurant: Hy’s
  • Best golf tip that also applies to investing: Live in reality (“you’re not going to hit your 7-iron 180 yards every time and you’re not going to get 10% from your portfolio every year.”)
  • Strategic Asset Mix (SAM): 80/20
  • Best beard: Patrik Laine (right winger for the Winnipeg Jets)
  • Favourite B.C. golf course: Kings Links
  • Coffee order: Black

Jeff brings a diverse skill set and lots of enthusiasm to the team. We’re pumped to have him on board.