Ara has 25+ years of experience in insurance, private banking and commercial lending. As an independent life licensed advisor and leveraged insurance specialist, he is a strategic partner to successful entrepreneurs, real estate developers and investors as well as established advisors. He has been at the forefront of leveraged insurance strategies since 2013 and has completed close to 100 such structures including some of the largest cases in Canada. Ara is a thought leader in this market and effectively utilizes his specialized knowledge in private banking and commercial lending to cultivate an innovative perspective on life insurance optimization. As a specialist in this field, he has been a panelist at elite conferences and a guest speaker at various industry events.Ara holds an MBA from the Ivey School of Business at Western University and an Economics degree from Simon Fraser University.
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PrincipalAria Wealth Solutions Sep 2024 - PresentToronto -
PartnerAria Wealth Solutions Apr 2021 - Oct 2024Toronto, Ontario, Canada -
Senior Advisor, Wealth SolutionsSafebridge Financial Group Jul 2019 - Apr 2021Toronto, Canada AreaProviding lending and insurance advice and solutions highly customized to the high net worth client by leveraging deep commercial/private banking background and experience with sophisticated insurance and tax/estate planning strategies. Working collaboratively with the advisor and professional community and internal partners in providing residential & commercial real estate, business, and specialized lending (with significant expertise in Immediate Financing Arrangements), along with Insurance… Show more Providing lending and insurance advice and solutions highly customized to the high net worth client by leveraging deep commercial/private banking background and experience with sophisticated insurance and tax/estate planning strategies. Working collaboratively with the advisor and professional community and internal partners in providing residential & commercial real estate, business, and specialized lending (with significant expertise in Immediate Financing Arrangements), along with Insurance and other wealth and estate planning solutions. Show less -
Director Wealth Banking, Manulife Private WealthManulife Bank Of Canada May 2013 - Dec 2018Toronto, Canada AreaActing as the first Senior Private Banker in MPW, spearheaded the business development strategy including the establishment of the value proposition, new client onboarding and collaboration with the Advisor and Broker community and internal partners to enhance awareness.* Capitalized on deep industry expertise and abilities to surpass all historical records for total sales by an individual contributor at the bank and received the President’s Club Award for Top Bank Sales Nationally for… Show more Acting as the first Senior Private Banker in MPW, spearheaded the business development strategy including the establishment of the value proposition, new client onboarding and collaboration with the Advisor and Broker community and internal partners to enhance awareness.* Capitalized on deep industry expertise and abilities to surpass all historical records for total sales by an individual contributor at the bank and received the President’s Club Award for Top Bank Sales Nationally for the past 2 years.* Negotiated, structured, and closed some of the most complex and large cases in the bank's history.* Created relationships and onboarded over 150 HNW and UHNW households including some of the wealthiest households in the bank's history. Show less -
Senior Manager, Financing & ConsultingBdc Jan 2007 - Apr 2013VaughanParticipated in the Transitional Leadership Program as an emerging leader, developed and executed the business plan, and sourced, closed, and managed loan opportunities and consulting mandates with Canadian entrepreneurs.* Provided ongoing mentorship, conducted weekly individual meetings and created customized development plans for new hires across Ontario after being hand-picked by Senior Management to act as a BDC Coach.* Acting as a Marketing Champion, created the… Show more Participated in the Transitional Leadership Program as an emerging leader, developed and executed the business plan, and sourced, closed, and managed loan opportunities and consulting mandates with Canadian entrepreneurs.* Provided ongoing mentorship, conducted weekly individual meetings and created customized development plans for new hires across Ontario after being hand-picked by Senior Management to act as a BDC Coach.* Acting as a Marketing Champion, created the e-Marketing strategy for the entire district, drove up to 100 leads annually, segmented centers of influence, tailored messaging and tracked results for continuous improvement.* Selected to act as a District Manager, overseeing high-performing teams and completing rotations in Training & Underwriting Centers; developed a large network of COIs promoting BDC’s programs & services.* Spearheaded the BDC Underwriting Center Alignment Diagnostic project, leading a team in analyzing the alignment of management practices in the Underwriting Center to the bank’s defined core values. Presented to positive acclaim from VP, Operations and several recommendations were validated by subsequent policy changes. * Ranked amongst the top 3% across Canada in YOY results at 175%-200% of target in consulting mandates such as strategic plans and operational improvement, and amongst the top 5% in customer satisfaction. Show less -
Senior Account ManagerRbc Mar 2005 - Dec 2006TorontoManaged portfolio of over 150 business owners’ credit, investment and cash management needs. Role included analyzing and writing cases for business loans, lines of credit, letters of credit, etc. while mitigating risk & driving bank profitability. Also developed financial plans and provided relevant investment & credit services. -
Account ManagerVancity Jan 2003 - Aug 2004White Rock, BcManaged all financial services and grew a high net worth member portfolio of over $150 million -
Financial Services Officer & Business ChampionVancity Jan 2001 - Dec 2002VancouverResponsible for servicing personal and business members’ credit and investment needs. As Business Champion, also trained peers in business banking sales, service, & product knowledge. Was the main branch contact and understudy to the Commercial Account Manager.
Ara Movsessian Education Details
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University Of Toronto - Ontario Institute For Studies In EducationCertificate In Adult Training And Development -
Economics
Frequently Asked Questions about Ara Movsessian
What company does Ara Movsessian work for?
Ara Movsessian works for Aria Wealth Solutions
What is Ara Movsessian's role at the current company?
Ara Movsessian's current role is Principal, Aria Wealth Solutions.
What schools did Ara Movsessian attend?
Ara Movsessian attended Ivey Business School At Western University, University Of Toronto - Ontario Institute For Studies In Education, Simon Fraser University.
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