Meet Our Team
Ian Quigley, MBA
Senior Portfolio Manager
Ian has assisted business owners and executives with pension, investment and tax planning ideas since 2000. Ian holds a Masters degree in Business Administration (MBA), as well as an honors degree in research and analysis (Science). Both degrees were granted by the University of Alberta. Prior, he attended the Northern Alberta Institute of Technology (NAIT) completing an honors diploma in Finance. Ian teaches part-time for a number of Provincial Institutes of Chartered Accountants and is the author of “Tax & Compensation Strategies,” published by Carswell in 2006. Ian has two daughters and has been married for over 20 years.
Ian currently participates in the UNPRI Clearinghouse Steering Committee and the Director Nomination Committee. Both volunteer positions allow access and influence on global corporate shareholder engagements.
Noah Clarke, MA Economics
Operations Manager
Noah completed his Masters in Economics at the University of Ottawa in 2016. His graduate research focused primarily on macroeconomic forecasting and the development of advanced statistical techniques applied for this purpose. Upon graduation, Noah came to Qube to supplement our macroeconomic research program and take on the responsibilities of operations management.
PATRICK CHOI, CFA
Associate Portfolio Manager
Patrick is a graduate from the University of Alberta's business school and is a CFA charter holder. Patrick is currently registered as an Associate Portfolio Manager at Qube and has been working for the past 6 years on our team as an equity analyst and trader. Prior to joining Qube, Patrick worked as a trader in the discount brokerage division at TD Waterhouse for 5 years.
Apurva Parashar, MBA
Client Relations
Apurva completed her Master of Business Administration (MBA) in Corporate Finance and Strategic Consulting from Schulich School of Business, York University, Ontario in 2012 and is a CAIA charter holder. Apurva brings 10+ years of work experience in the areas of Banking & Financial Services, Insurance, Management Consulting, Corporate Finance and Investment Management. She has joined Qube as an Investment Counselor and will be responsible for due-diligence on client accounts and advise on portfolio performance, diversification and risk management.
Nicole Gervais
Investment Administration Coordinator
Nicole came to Qube in 2011 with 15-years industry experience in investment account administration and service. Nicole is a valued team member, keeping our accounts in order and assisting new clients during their transition to Qube. Investment administration is a specialized and technical trade, and we are fortunate to have the skills of Nicole on our team.
Anya Tonkonogy, MA
Client Relations & Team Coordinator
Anya brings a wide array of “people skills” to her role with Qube. Her undergraduate degree in Psychology (Honours) from the University of Alberta and a Masters in Arts from Concordia University (Montreal) both serve her well as she works to assist with our client relations and marketing activities. Anya volunteers in the local Art community and is an accomplished portrait artist in her spare hours.
Amir Zahreddine, B.Comm
Equity Analyst
Amir obtained his Bachelor of Commerce degree, majoring in Finance, from the University of Alberta (2017). He also received the Certificate in Real Estate from the University in conjunction with his degree and has passed Level 1 of the CFA Program (2016). Amir began working for Qube as a full-time Equity Analyst immediately upon graduating, having interned at the company for eight months prior. Amir is an avid climber and is looking at becoming competitive in the world of bouldering.
Brenda Wilber
Corporate Social Responsibility Research Team Member
Brenda headlines insurance administration while also participating in our Environmental, Social and Governance research part-time. With her assistance we research, monitor and engage companies to encourage higher levels of corporate responsibility.