The Team

Simon began his career as an Associate at Richardson Partners Financial in 2005 where he learned the business through experience, continuing education and professional designations. In 2009 he partnered with a seasoned advisory team and worked through a six-year succession plan which saw their practice double in size. Since then, he has grown the practice and team significantly.

Simon takes a holistic approach to wealth management and conducts in depth assessments regarding the needs and potential risks facing successful families, professionals, and business owners. Simon places a high priority on understanding client needs first. He does this through the lens of tax & estate planning and providing a high level of service to clients as he helps guide them through various life events to ensure a seamless transition, whether it be, divorce, selling a business, managing an inheritance or adjusting to the financial changes brought on by retirement. Simon’s key roles also include asset allocation and investment selection with a disciplined process for buying and selling North American securities. More recently, Simon has been incorporating various alternative investments and non-traditional, non-correlated investment opportunities to reduce risk and volatility and achieve superior risk adjusted returns over longer periods of time.

Simon grew up in the Maritimes and obtained a Bachelor of Commerce from Saint Mary’s University in Halifax. Professional standards are high on Simon’s agenda, and he has earned both Chartered Financial Planner (CFP®) and Chartered Investment Manager (CIM®) designations. Simon is also Insurance Licensed which helps round out the wealth planning approach.

Simon enjoys working with different charities, since living in Toronto he has been involved with Sheena’s Place, Regent Park Gala and East Coast Connected. As a new dad, he enjoys spending time away from the office with his daughters (Abby and Izzy) and wife (Laura).

Mikaela has been with Richardson Wealth since the summer of 2017 and is an Investment Advisor on the Partington Wealth Management team. Mikaela works alongside Simon and the team to help individuals and families develop clear and goal-oriented wealth management strategies that surpass the scope of traditional investment service. Practicing long-term and holistic wealth management exclusively, her focus is on providing the highest level of care and guidance to valued clients. Mikaela specializes in portfolio and cash flow analysis and is focused on furthering the team's business development with a focus on marketing and client relation initiatives.

Mikaela holds her Chartered Investment Manager (CIM®) designation and is currently working towards her Chartered Alternative Investment Analyst (CAIA) designation. Prior to joining Richardson Wealth, Mikaela worked in a similar capacity at a boutique wealth management firm. Mikaela received her Bachelor of Commerce degree from the University of Guelph with a major in management economics and finance.

Brenan is focused on providing personalized service to our clients and has a passion for generating new ideas that lead to wealth creation and capital preservation. Brenan incorporates both fundamental and technical analysis into his investment strategy. He enjoys working with high-net-worth clients who have complex financial, tax, and estate planning issues and believes this is a core value add to clients. 

Brenan comes with eight years of knowledge and experience in securities analysis, derivatives trading and investment product development and works as an Associate Investment Advisor with the Partington Wealth Management team where he is responsible for managing client relations, client portfolios, trading and investment due diligence. 

Brenan studied Finance at the Rowe School of Business and started working at Richardson Wealth in January 2015 as a co-op student in both the Toronto and Halifax offices. These experiences were invaluable to Brenan’s professional career as he’s become well aligned with Richardson Wealth’s core ideals, practices, and beliefs. Throughout university, Brenan maintained an active role in both the Dalhousie Investment Society and the Dalhousie Real Estate Society. Brenan is also a CFA Level III Candidate and is working to obtain his Portfolio Manager designation.

In Brenan’s personal time, he stays active by playing golf, hockey, and softball. He also enjoys getting outdoors by way of camping and cottaging.

As part of the Partington Wealth Management team, Jane supports the delivery of high-quality, personalized service to clients by contributing to the operational and administrative processes that support a smooth and consistent wealth management experience.

Jane holds the Chartered Investment Manager (CIM®) designation and is licensed to trade options. She has earned undergraduate and graduate degrees from McGill and Emerson College. With a strong sense of accountability and a collaborative mindset, she helps create the stability and responsiveness clients rely on.

Outside of work, Jane enjoys being with her children and staying active with them in their busy lives.

Elaine is a Senior Wealth Strategist with over 15 years of experience helping high-net-worth families navigate the complexities of wealth. She holds the CFP®, TEP® and CFA® designations, along with an MBA in Banking and Finance. Known for her calm, thoughtful approach, Elaine excels at turning complex financial matters into clear, actionable strategies that support long-term goals.

Her planning work includes retirement and cash flow optimization, integrated tax optimization and risk management strategies, business and family wealth succession planning, and multi-generational estate and legacy transitions. Elaine works closely with clients through life’s transitions, helping them make confident decisions during times of change.

Fluent in English, Mandarin, and Cantonese, Elaine brings deep experience from previous roles at national bank-owned firms, where she specialized in advanced wealth planning for high-net-worth clients and affluent families. She plays a key role in our collaborative team approach, ensuring every client receives personalized guidance and a clear plan forward.

With a strong background in administration and operational management, Ruby is focused on supporting the team's administrative organization. She enjoys problem solving and is always looking for process improvement opportunities, while aiming to provide an exceptional client service experience. Ruby holds a Bachelor of Science in biochemistry & neuroscience from McGill University. She has also completed additional training in data analytics, and has completed her CSC and CPH.