Gene has built a distinguished 25+ year career in investment banking, cultivating deep international relationships and expertise across Latin America and the Caribbean. He has played a pivotal role in developing a dedicated investment banking practice for these regions, advising clients across both resource and non-resource sectors and leading a number of landmark transactions in mining and natural resources.

As co-founder of GMP Securities, he helped establish one of Canada’s most successful independent investment banks. He later served as Chairman of the Emerging Markets Group at a leading Canadian independent bank, further strengthening his global reach and expertise. Before transitioning to investment banking, Gene was a partner at a top-tier Canadian law firm.

He holds BA, MA, LL.B, and LL.D degrees from leading Canadian institutions.