Shane Leech-Porter, CFA

Shane Leech-Porter, CFA, is a seasoned finance professional with 17+ years of experience in capital markets. He has held various key roles at BCI, a multi-asset class Investment Advisory Committee, focused on maximizing investment opportunities. As Head of Global Thematic, Shane leads a team managing a $5 billion public equities portfolio. Additionally, he chaired the Thematic Advisory Committee fostering discussions on thematic opportunities and risks within the organization.

During a 9-month tenure as Interim Senior Managing Director, Shane oversaw a significant $20 billion deployed across 7 active equities strategies, overseeing a team of over 30 FTEs. His strong background in finance includes a Bachelor of Commerce degree with Honours from The University of British Columbia and a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) Designation.

Shane Leech-Porter has an impressive professional track record, having served in key roles such as Managing Director of Global Thematic, Portfolio Manager, Research Analyst, Equity Research Associate, and Investment Banking Analyst at reputed organizations like BCI, TD Securities, Desjardins Securities, and BMO Capital Markets. His diverse experiences in global finance have honed his expertise in managing large portfolios, conducting research, and exploring investment opportunities across different sectors.