About us
Our team
The WSC team is the foundation on which everything is built. We are organized, committed and focused on Client's needs. Led by Ralf, Jennifer and Sheena, the WSC team includes people with diverse backgrounds and skills that combine to create an efficient and effective business organization. We take pride in our positive work culture and enjoy working as a collaborative team on behalf of Clients. We also enjoy working together on community projects, a tradition of our WSC culture.
WSC Financial Solutions Inc.
Ralf Soeder
Over his career, Ralf has helped many families accumulate wealth and protect their loved ones. Ralf is passionate about helping each Client. He works closely with them to develop a financial plan that meets their goals. One area of specialization Ralf appreciates is working with business owners to integrate all their needs into one plan.
Ralf and his wife Kimberley have three daughters. Family gatherings are precious and harder to organize now that careers have drawn the girls from Vancouver to London, England. Ralf also volunteers his time in Oakville as a lifelong Rotarian.
Job Title: Advisor, Sun Life | Managing Partner, WSC Financial Solutions, CFP®, CHS™, CLU®
Phone: 905 827 9811 ext 230
Email: ralf.soeder@sunlife.com
Address: Oakville
Jennifer Estall
For nearly two decades, Jennifer has helped individuals and business owners identify their financial goals and navigate difficult conversations. Jennifer also enjoys working with small to medium sized businesses to provide Group health and Dental and group RRSP solutions.
As a mother, a businesswoman and an active community volunteer, Jennifer’s authentic interest in people resonates with Clients. She takes the complexity out of planning by making Clients financial security a priority.
Job Title: Advisor, Sun Life | Managing Partner, WSC Financial Solutions, CFP®, CHS™, CLU®
Phone: 905 827-9811 ext 260
Email: jennifer.estall@sunlife.com
Address: Oakville
Sheena Magnotta
Sheena joined the WSC team in 2016 with 15 years of experience in the financial services industry. Her background in process development and administration benefits her ability to provide a top notch Client experience. Sheena’s focus is on active wealth management and working with each Client to provide a customized investment solution. She works closely with Clients to identify their goals and needs by creating a holistic plan and helps them achieve financial security. She particularly enjoys the complexities of working with young professionals, pre-retirees and retirees. It makes her happy to see Clients succeed.
Sheena and her husband Dave live in St. Catharines with their three boys. In her free time, Sheena loves watching her sons play hockey at the local arena. She also enjoys spending time outdoors with her family or getting away to the Muskokas for family weekends.
Job Title: Financial Planner, Sun Life | Managing Partner, WSC Financial Solutions, PFP, QAFP®
Phone: 905-827-9811 ext 360
Email: sheena.magnotta@sunlife.com
Jamison Soeder
As a millennial, Jamison realizes planning for the future starts now. She helps educate Clients about the immediate steps they can take to build wealth and protect their loved ones. Her background in international travel and education enabled her to hone her organizational skills. Jamison applies herself in the same way to helping each Client move forward on their journey to financial security. Jamison knows that life is full of transitions, from starting a family, buying a house or preparing for retirement. Working with her helps Clients prepare themselves for today and the days ahead.
Job Title: Associate Advisor, Sun Life | WSC Financial Solutions
Phone: 905-827-9811 ext. 390
Email: jamison.soeder@sunlife.com
Kevin Smith
Kevin is a financial professional with over nine years of experience in the financial services industry. He holds the CFP® (CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER®) and RRC® (Registered Retirement Consultant®) designations. A Client-focused professional, Kevin has an in-depth understanding of the financial landscape, while leveraging his passion for educating Clients. His combined business acumen and sports background provide him a unique and structured perspective when it comes to strategic implementation for Clients.
In addition to spending time with his wife and son, Kevin enjoys giving back to the community through volunteering. For 10 years, he coached every level of minor hockey from AA to Junior A.
Job Title: Associate Advisor, Sun Life | WSC Financial Solutions, CFP®
Phone: 905-827-9811
Email: kevin.smith@sunlife.com
Irene Lalonde
Irene has worked in financial services for over 20 years specialising in holistic solutions catered to each individual. Leveraging her experience in a wide range of wealth services, she leads the administrative support team. She also oversees operations, compliance, and marketing for our office. She is passionate about fostering an exceptional Client experience supported by seamless and efficient processes. She strives for continuous improvement within an ever evolving environment, and supports learning and personal development for the team. In her free time, Irene enjoys spending time with her family, in nature, and teaching wellness classes.
Job Title: Service Associate, Sun Life | Operations Manager, WSC Financial Solutions, B.Comm.
Phone: (905) 827-9811 ext 220
Email: irene.lalonde@sunlife.com
Megan Hood
Megan works closely with Ralf Soeder, to support Clients. She is passionate about helping Clients create a complete, holistic financial strategy to help them reach their financial goals. She enjoys building strong Client relationships by joining Ralf at Client meetings, creating financial plans and managing ongoing Client communication. Megan has been on the WSC team for more than five years and applies her experience to the adherence of all regulatory and compliance issues on the behalf of Clients. She has earned the CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® designation and enjoys using her technical experience to bring all the facets of a Client's life together in one plan that maps out a path to long term financial success.
Job Title: Service Associate, Sun Life | Financial Planner, WSC Financial Solutions, BBA, CFP®
Phone: 905-827-9811 ext 270
Email: megan.hood@sunlife.com
Donna Lisoweski
Donna has been in the financial services industry for more than 15 years and has recently joined the WSC team. She has earned a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® designation. She works closely with Jennifer Estall to support Clients and their planning needs. Donna enjoys working in a Client-focused role, by helping people navigate financial decisions and providing peace of mind through the planning process. She joins Jennifer at Client meetings, keeps in touch with Clients and ensures all regulatory requirements are met. She assess Client's needs and ensures the plans she creates provide the detail and guidance that she relies on for her own family, to ensure a bright future.
Job Title: Service Associate, Sun Life | Financial Planner, WSC Financial Solutions, BBA, CFP®
Phone: (905) 827-9811 ext 350
Email: donna.lisoweski@sunlife.com
Marcy Barclay
Marcy has worked in the financial services industry for over 15 years. She takes pride in helping Clients with service needs and ensuring all trades and transfers are handled efficiently with an eye on every detail. She joined the team in 2017 and continues to improve the back-office processes, always keeping the Client experience at the centre of how we work. Marcy is an active member of our compliance team and holds both a life and a mutual fund license. She is pleased to be in a role where both her experience and interest in continual improvement is appreciated.
Job Title: Service Associate, Sun Life | Wealth and Insurance Administrator, WSC Financial Solutions, B.A.Hons.
Phone: 905 827-9811 ext 300
Email: marcy.barclay@sunlife.com
Jessica Donnelly
With over 15 years of experience in the financial industry, Jessica understands the value in building strong relationships and providing proactive service. As a creative person, Jessica takes pride in helping advisors develop optimal insurance options for Clients. Jessica’s love of helping people makes her well-suited for this career. She approaches challenges with an open mind.
Outside of the office, Jessica is an active community volunteer. She is a Certified Forest Therapy Guide and brings elements of this mindful practice into her workday life. Jessica grew up in Burlington and is happy to now be raising her daughter here with her husband.
Job Title: Service Associate, Sun Life | Insurance Administrator, WSC Financial Solutions, ACS, ALMI®
Phone: (905) 827-9811 ext. 310
Email: jessica.donnelly@sunlife.com
Cindy Nudds
Cindy holds a wealth of knowledge and experience in the financial services and insurance field. She has completed several highly recognized industry related courses, such as the Fellow, Life Management (FLMI) designation. Her knowledge, experience and passion for Client service, makes her a great asset to our team and to Clients.
In her spare time, Cindy enjoys spending time with family and hiking with their family pup.
Job Title: Advisor Assistant, Sun Life, ACS, FLMI
Phone: 905-827-9811 ext 280
Email: cindy.nudds@sunlife.com
Jayashree Menon
Jayashree has been working within the Sun life organization since 2001, recently joining WSC as a Advisor Assistant. She brings a wealth of knowledge and customer service experience to her role. She warmly greets Clients in the office and on the phone. Her desire to help people is clearly evident in her attention to detail and caring ways. Coming from a large extended family, she is a natural fit in the work family and a valued team member.
Job Title: Advisor Assistant, Sun Life | WSC Financial Solutions
Phone: 905-827-9811 ext 250
Email: jayashree.menon@sunlife.com
Oliwia Gurgul
Olivia is a hard-working and passionate individual who strives to support both her team and Clients. Her education from the University of Ottawa, coupled with her experience in the finance industry, allow her to approach challenges proactively and effectively apply her wealth of knowledge. She is dedicated to helping people and providing an exceptional Client experience.
In her spare time, she loves to stay active by participating in competitive sailing and skiing.
Job Title: Advisor Assistant, Sun Life | WSC Financial Solutions, B. Comm (Hons)
Phone: 905-827-9811 ext 410
Email: oliwia.gurgul@sunlife.com
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