Gillian Kunza is the Chief Executive Officer and Chief Compliance Officer of Designed. Recognized for her strategic vision and collaborative leadership, she brings over 15 years of experience in the financial services industry and a creative, inclusive approach to the firm’s client-and-advisor-first philosophy. A Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA), Chartered Investment Manager (CIM®), and Fellow of the Canadian Securities Institute (FCSI®), Gillian combines her financial and compliance expertise with a commitment to modernizing the wealth management space. She serves as Chair of CIRO’s Conduct, Compliance & Legal Advisory Section Committee and is an elected member of the CPA Ontario Advisory Council.

Michael Konopaski is the Managing Director of Designed Wealth Management and brings 30 years of experience building and leading investment dealers across Canada and the U.S. As a former Portfolio Manager (PM) and Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA), he provides strategic direction and guidance to advisors as they develop and grow their practices. Michael is the founder of the Investment Industry Association of Canada (IIAC) Small and Independent Dealer Committee and holds a Master’s in Finance, a PhD in Management, and the Certified Financial Planner (CFP®) and Chartered Investment Manager (CIM®) designations.

Richard Holland is the Vice President of Digital Infrastructure & Innovation at Designed, where he focuses on leveraging data insights and technology to support growth and informed decision-making. A Project Management Professional (PMP®), Richard brings a unique perspective to implementing secure, scalable, data-driven platforms.

Jessica Smith is the Vice President of Strategic Operations & Growth at Designed, where she focuses on advisor recruitment, business development, and transitions across the firm’s Canadian operations. A Chartered Investment Manager (CIM®) and Associate Portfolio Manager (PM), Jessica leverages over 15 years of experience in wealth management. In 2025, she was named one of Wealth Professional magazine’s Top 40 Under 40 Rising Stars. Jessica She is a member of the Managed Accounts Committee, the Women of Designed Group, and contributes to Designed’s Advisory Board.

Fardan Ali is the Vice President of Wealth Strategy & Advisor Enablement at Designed, where he focuses on developing the offerings available to advisors as they determine how best to evolve their practices. A Chartered Investment Manager (CIM®), he serves on Designed’s Product Review and Managed Accounts Committees and contributes to Designed’s Advisory Board.

Evan Warsh is the Vice President of Operations at Designed, where he focuses on enhancing the interface between operations, compliance, and back-office protocols. He is a Portfolio Manager (PM) and a member of Designed’s Managed Accounts Committee.

Shilpa Chopra is the Controller at Designed, bringing over 14 years of experience in accounting and finance. A Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA), she oversees the firm’s financial operations, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and efficiency across all reporting activities.

Ankor Tewari is the Vice President of Strategic Operations & Growth at Designed Wealth Management, where he is building the firm’s U.S. Registered Investment Advisor from the ground up. He leads the strategy, operations, and product decisions that turn a bold vision into a firm clients can trust. With over a decade of experience in financial services, Ankor is known for practical thinking and clear execution. He simplifies complex problems, builds processes that scale, and moves ideas from plan to launch. Ankor holds a Master of Science in Economics from Lund University, a Bachelor of Arts with Honours in Economics from Trent University, and several industry proficiency certificates.

Tyler Shettell is the Team Lead of Operations at Designed, where he focuses on advisor support, workflow optimization, and the smooth execution of daily operations. He is a graduate of St. Lawrence College with an Advanced Diploma in Business Administration with Distinction.

Russell Mitchell is a Portfolio Management Supervisor and Designated Supervisor at Designed. He contributes to the education and professional development of investment-industry professionals through volunteer work with FP Canada and CIRO. He holds the CIM®, QAFP™, and FCSI® designations.