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MARY RUDDOCK

London,ON

Summary

I've played a pivotal role in spearheading transformative initiatives within the teams I've led. My initiatives, geared towards enriching client experiences and fostering growth, have yielded remarkable successes in both client acquisition and retention. Known for my calm and inspiring demeanor, I foster an environment of collaboration and empowerment. Through dedicated mentorship and coaching, I've cultivated a culture of excellence within my teams, empowering individuals to excel in people development, leadership, and strategic business planning. My unwavering dedication to supporting advisor development, driving impactful outcomes and fostering collaborative leadership remains the cornerstone of my career journey.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Regional Head Early Career

MD Financial Management Ltd
11.2023 - Current
  • I lead a team that helps physicians navigate the financial aspects of their training and first several years into practice.
  • Together with my leaders we deliver on our culture of belonging by ensuring each advisor is seen, heard, valued and proud.
  • We elevate our advisors financial planning acumen through regular coaching and observation.

Professor (part Time)

Fanshawe College
01.2025 - Current

As a professor in the Business Finance program at the Lawrence Kinlin School of Business I:

  • Enhanced student understanding by designing interactive and engaging lectures.
  • Demonstrated strong interpersonal and communication skills, resulting in clear subject matter discussion with students.
  • Created dynamic learning environment that valued instructor and student interaction.
  • Encouraged class discussions by building discussions into lessons, actively soliciting input, asking open-ended questions and using techniques to track student participation.

Regional Head, Acquisition Region

MD Financial Management Ltd
01.2022 - 10.2023
  • I led a successful strategic focus that was driven by our vision to be the only wealth firm physicians want to work with. My team delivered experiences that enhanced our relationships with physicians so much that they can't help but talk about it with their families, friends and colleagues. We welcomed more physician clients to MD Management Ltd in our FY23 than in any of the previous five years.
  • I played an active role in the development of my five leaders, providing them with opportunities to grow in all areas of leadership.

Wealth Planning & Strategy Lead

MD Financial Management Ltd
04.2019 - 01.2022
  • While focusing on the area of financial planning I am most passionate about- Client Discovery, I was able to make an impact with how advisors approach discovery with clients and prospects.
  • I played an instrumental role in the creation, delivery and coaching of advisors on the Remarkable Meeting Approach.

Regional Manager, Ontario Region

MD Financial Management Ltd
04.2013 - 04.2019
  • Coached a team of advisors to deliver wealth optimization strategies and intergenerational wealth transfer solutions to physicians and their families.
  • Enhanced team performance by providing regular coaching, training, and performance feedback.

Senior Financial Consultant

MD Financial Management Ltd
04.2001 - 03.2013
  • Provided comprehensive wealth management strategies to physician clients and their families.

Education

Business Finance: Finance and Financial Management Services

Fanshawe College
London, ON

Skills

  • Collaborative Leadership
  • Strategic Thinking
  • Business Development
  • People Development
  • Mentorship and Coaching
  • Team leadership

Certification

  • Certified Financial Planner (CFP)
  • Branch Managers Course
  • Financial Management Advisor (FMA)
  • Life Insurance and A&S Insurance Agent
  • CIR0 Licensed

Timeline

Professor (part Time)

Fanshawe College
01.2025 - Current

Regional Head Early Career

MD Financial Management Ltd
11.2023 - Current

Regional Head, Acquisition Region

MD Financial Management Ltd
01.2022 - 10.2023

Wealth Planning & Strategy Lead

MD Financial Management Ltd
04.2019 - 01.2022

Regional Manager, Ontario Region

MD Financial Management Ltd
04.2013 - 04.2019

Senior Financial Consultant

MD Financial Management Ltd
04.2001 - 03.2013

Business Finance: Finance and Financial Management Services

Fanshawe College
MARY RUDDOCK