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Carlos Rios

Ottawa,ON

Summary

Accomplished Executive Financial Consultant with a proven track record at IG Wealth Management, enhancing client satisfaction and expanding portfolios through expert wealth management and interpersonal communication. Excelled in roles requiring financial analysis and relationship building, achieving significant business growth. Demonstrated leadership in sales and marketing, with a knack for exceeding targets and fostering client loyalty.

Overview

38
38
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Executive Financial Consultant

IG Wealth Management
2006.07 - Current

Developed comprehensive financial plans for clients to achieve their short-term and long-term goals.

  • Expanded client base through targeted marketing efforts and referrals from satisfied customers.
  • Educated clients on various investment options, empowering them to make informed decisions about their finances.
  • Assisted clients during major life events, such as retirement planning or wealth transfer, preserving financial stability throughout transitions.
  • Manage 300 family groups for 15 years
  • Moved to the IG Entrepenurial Channel managing only High Network Clients
  • IG Division Director 2013-15 with 10 Consultants

Insurance Advisor

Sunlife Insurance Services
2004.07 - 2006.07
  • Increased client satisfaction by providing personalized insurance advice and recommending suitable policies.
  • Enhanced customer trust by addressing concerns and explaining complex policy details in understandable terms.
  • Organized informative seminars for potential clients, resulting in increased lead generation and policy sales.
  • Developed targeted marketing strategies for specific demographics, increasing the overall client base significantly.
  • Continuously exceeded sales targets by employing effective prospecting techniques and leveraging professional networks within the community.
  • Rookie of the year 2004 and Continued Success 2005

General Manager

Dismelec Ltda
1996.01 - 2001.03
  • Managed a diverse team of professionals, fostering a positive work environment and high employee satisfaction.
  • Developed and implemented strategies to increase sales and profitability.
  • Developed and maintained relationships with customers and suppliers through account development like Nortel, Siemens, Radiotronica, Krone.
  • Cultivated strong relationships with clients, vendors, and partners to ensure long-term success and loyalty.
  • Drove year-over-year business growth while leading operations, strategic vision, and long-range planning.

Sales Marketing Manager

Procter & Gamble Co
1987.01 - 1995.12
  • Fostered a culture of continuous improvement within the marketing and sales teams, promoting innovation and best practices sharing.
  • Optimized sales processes with streamlined customer relationship management strategies.
  • Spearheaded trade show participation, increasing brand exposure and generating valuable leads for the sales team.
  • Conducted market research to identify trends, opportunities, and competitive landscape insights for informed decisionmaking.
  • Managed 4 District Managers.
  • Introduced 14 P&G brands into the Colombian and Lationamerican market.

Education

MBA - Business Administration And Marketing

EAFIT Business School of Administration & Finances
Bogota, Colombia
10.1996

Skills

  • Sales and Marketing
  • Client Relations
  • Lead Generation
  • Honest and Dependable
  • Self Motivation
  • Effective Communication
  • Problem-solving aptitude
  • Know Your Customer
  • Professionalism

Languages

English
Full Professional
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Italian
Professional Working

Certification

Certified Financial Planner -FP Canada

Register Retirement Consultant -The Canadian Institute of Financial Planning

Additional Information

Cars and motorcycles enthusiast, music and guitar player, fitness and wealth living, dogs lover.

Current Porsche Club America Member.

Motorcycle ride 2019 Key West, Fl to Ottawa, ON

2017 New Your City Marathon finisher.

2023 Somersault Triathlon finisher

Timeline

Executive Financial Consultant

IG Wealth Management
2006.07 - Current

Insurance Advisor

Sunlife Insurance Services
2004.07 - 2006.07

General Manager

Dismelec Ltda
1996.01 - 2001.03

Sales Marketing Manager

Procter & Gamble Co
1987.01 - 1995.12

MBA - Business Administration And Marketing

EAFIT Business School of Administration & Finances

Certified Financial Planner -FP Canada

Register Retirement Consultant -The Canadian Institute of Financial Planning

Carlos Rios