Nav Maharaj, BA
Senior Investment Advisor
With over 23 years of experience as a Senior Investment Advisor, Nav brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to his position. He received his Bachelor of Arts in Economics with a minor in Political Science from Simon Fraser University, which inspired him to enter the financial services industry. Currently a Senior Investment Advisor at CIBC Wood Gundy, Nav helps business owners and high net-worth investors with their wealth management, tax, and estate planning needs. Previously, Nav was a Senior Vice-President and Branch Manager with a global investment bank for 18 years in a similar capacity.
In his spare time, Nav enjoys leading an active lifestyle, with a passion for cycling. When he is not being active, Nav enjoys reading, traveling, and flying. He also holds a private pilot's license with a twin-engine certification. Nav has been happily married to Shalini for over 25 years and is a proud father of two daughters.
Damian Cenkowski, CIM®
Senior Wealth Advisor
Damian Cenkowski is based in Vancouver, British Columbia, and is a Senior Wealth Advisor of the MC Financial Group at CIBC Wood Gundy. He has spent the last 17 years at CIBC understanding the unique challenges entrepreneurs face and drawing upon his financial expertise and wide range of skills to provide financial solutions for each client and their family. Damian consults with CIBC experts on tax, business transition, capital markets, private banking, philanthropy, insurance, estate, and family enterprise planning to ensure a well-rounded and comprehensive approach. This planning is also coordinated with his client’s external advisors.
Growing up in a small business household allowed him to gain an understanding of what it takes to be successful as an entrepreneur. His entrepreneurial spirit, financial planning expertise, multi-advisory and relationship-first approach ensures every client’s financial plan is tailored to their 100-year plan.
After beginning his career as a business advisor at CIBC, Damian moved to CIBC Wood Gundy as an Investment Advisor and uses his expertise to design comprehensive financial plans and tax-efficient investment planning for successful entrepreneurs and their families.
Damian received a Bachelor of Commerce and Economics degree from the University of Windsor, has completed the Chartered Investment Manager (CIM) and Certified Financial Planner (CFP®) designations.
Damian lives on the North Shore with his wife Farnaz, daughter Hannah and son Armon.
Outside of work, Damian enjoys a very active fitness lifestyle. He enjoys cycling, hiking, strength training, and pretty much any sport.
Simran Randhawa
Administrative Assistant
Simran joined MC Financial in November 2021, having had experience with providing high level customer experience in the men’s luxury retail sector. Simran works closely with clients to meet all their service and administrative needs.
He is recognized for his exceptional ability to build relationships and deliver consistent quality service for clients and colleagues. He works closely with MC Financial’s clients and supports them to provide a seamless, rewarding client experience
His responsibilities include opening and maintaining client accounts, preparing materials for portfolio reviews, and ensuring that client requests are met with care, diligence and efficiency.
Outside of work, Simran is actively involved in coaching youth soccer and has done so for the past 10 years. He also leads an active lifestyle and is passionate about running, most often outdoors around the seawall.
Andrew Marolla
Financial Associate
Andrew joined MC Financial in 2022, having worked in the investment industry for 6 years prior to that. He is a licensed Registered Representative and handles securities trading, investment research and many various aspects of client service. Andrew holds a Bachelor of Commerce degree from the University of Victoria with a specialization in International Business. He is served well in his role by his passion for financial markets and helping individuals achieve their financial goals. Outside of the office, Andrew enjoys spending his time staying active in the outdoors.
Nav Maharaj, BA
With over 23 years of experience as a Senior Investment Advisor, Nav brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to his position. He received his Bachelor of Arts in Economics with a minor in Political Science from Simon Fraser University, which inspired him to enter the financial services industry. Currently a Senior Investment Advisor at CIBC Wood Gundy, Nav helps business owners and high net-worth investors with their wealth management, tax, and estate planning needs. Previously, Nav was a Senior Vice-President and Branch Manager with a global investment bank for 18 years in a similar capacity.
In his spare time, Nav enjoys leading an active lifestyle, with a passion for cycling. When he is not being active, Nav enjoys reading, traveling, and flying. He also holds a private pilot's license with a twin-engine certification. Nav has been happily married to Shalini for over 25 years and is a proud father of two daughters.
Damian Cenkowski, CIM®
Damian Cenkowski is based in Vancouver, British Columbia, and is a Senior Wealth Advisor of the MC Financial Group at CIBC Wood Gundy. He has spent the last 17 years at CIBC understanding the unique challenges entrepreneurs face and drawing upon his financial expertise and wide range of skills to provide financial solutions for each client and their family. Damian consults with CIBC experts on tax, business transition, capital markets, private banking, philanthropy, insurance, estate, and family enterprise planning to ensure a well-rounded and comprehensive approach. This planning is also coordinated with his client’s external advisors.
Growing up in a small business household allowed him to gain an understanding of what it takes to be successful as an entrepreneur. His entrepreneurial spirit, financial planning expertise, multi-advisory and relationship-first approach ensures every client’s financial plan is tailored to their 100-year plan.
After beginning his career as a business advisor at CIBC, Damian moved to CIBC Wood Gundy as an Investment Advisor and uses his expertise to design comprehensive financial plans and tax-efficient investment planning for successful entrepreneurs and their families.
Damian received a Bachelor of Commerce and Economics degree from the University of Windsor, has completed the Chartered Investment Manager (CIM) and Certified Financial Planner (CFP®) designations.
Damian lives on the North Shore with his wife Farnaz, daughter Hannah and son Armon.
Outside of work, Damian enjoys a very active fitness lifestyle. He enjoys cycling, hiking, strength training, and pretty much any sport.
Simran Randhawa
Simran joined MC Financial in November 2021, having had experience with providing high level customer experience in the men’s luxury retail sector. Simran works closely with clients to meet all their service and administrative needs.
He is recognized for his exceptional ability to build relationships and deliver consistent quality service for clients and colleagues. He works closely with MC Financial’s clients and supports them to provide a seamless, rewarding client experience
His responsibilities include opening and maintaining client accounts, preparing materials for portfolio reviews, and ensuring that client requests are met with care, diligence and efficiency.
Outside of work, Simran is actively involved in coaching youth soccer and has done so for the past 10 years. He also leads an active lifestyle and is passionate about running, most often outdoors around the seawall.
Andrew Marolla
Andrew joined MC Financial in 2022, having worked in the investment industry for 6 years prior to that. He is a licensed Registered Representative and handles securities trading, investment research and many various aspects of client service. Andrew holds a Bachelor of Commerce degree from the University of Victoria with a specialization in International Business. He is served well in his role by his passion for financial markets and helping individuals achieve their financial goals. Outside of the office, Andrew enjoys spending his time staying active in the outdoors.
Our partners
We partner with CIBC experts to help address all of your wealth needs.
Jamie Golombek, CPA, CA, CFP®, CLU, TEP, FCPA
Managing Director Tax and Estate Planning
As CIBC’s tax expert, Jamie supports CIBC Wood Gundy investment advisors in delivering integrated financial planning and advisory solutions to our high-net-worth clients. Jamie is quoted frequently in the national media and writes a weekly National Post column called Tax Expert.
Robert An, CPA, CGA, CFP®, CLU, CIWM, TEP
Wealth Strategist
Rob has over 15 years of experience in public practice and financial services. Since 2019, Rob has been providing holistic wealth planning for high-net-worth clients, often involving tax and trust & estate planning.
In addition to his CPA, CGA, CFP, CLU, TEP and CIWM designations, Rob has also completed the 3-year CPA In-Depth Tax Program and is a member of the Canadian Tax Foundation.
Rob is an active volunteer with FP Canada, CPA Canada, CPA BC and the SFU Mentor in Business program.
Jamie Golombek, CPA, CA, CFP®, CLU, TEP, FCPA
As CIBC’s tax expert, Jamie supports CIBC Wood Gundy investment advisors in delivering integrated financial planning and advisory solutions to our high-net-worth clients. Jamie is quoted frequently in the national media and writes a weekly National Post column called Tax Expert.
Robert An, CPA, CGA, CFP®, CLU, CIWM, TEP
Rob has over 15 years of experience in public practice and financial services. Since 2019, Rob has been providing holistic wealth planning for high-net-worth clients, often involving tax and trust & estate planning.
In addition to his CPA, CGA, CFP, CLU, TEP and CIWM designations, Rob has also completed the 3-year CPA In-Depth Tax Program and is a member of the Canadian Tax Foundation.
Rob is an active volunteer with FP Canada, CPA Canada, CPA BC and the SFU Mentor in Business program.