Valery Heckel

Valery Heckel is an accomplished professional with a diverse background in economics and finance.

Valery holds a degree in Economics from the University of Victoria and is also a CFA Institute Candidate, showcasing a strong academic foundation in the field.

With a wealth of experience in the financial sector, Valery has held various roles in different organizations, demonstrating versatility and expertise in her field.

Currently, Valery serves as an Equity Research Associate at CIBC Capital Markets, where she brings her skills and knowledge to the forefront of investment research.

Prior to her current role, Valery has held positions in both the public and private markets at BCI, where she was involved in ESG, private debt, and strategic investment research.

Valery's career also includes valuable stints at prominent institutions such as Fidelity Investments, where she was involved in financial analysis and financial advisory sales.

Her early career highlights include serving as a Student Portfolio Manager at the University of Victoria's Applied Portfolio Management Program and as the Director of Finance and Operations at the University of Victoria Students Society.

Valery has also honed her skills in diverse roles such as Business Manager at UVic's Hybrid Team and Communications Manager at UVic's EcoCAR 2 Team, showcasing her multifaceted abilities beyond the finance domain.