TORONTO, Nov. 13,
2024 /CNW/ - RF Capital Group Inc. ("RF Capital"
or the "Company") (TSX: RCG) today announced the appointment of
Francis C. Baillargeon as Chief
Financial Officer ("CFO") following a comprehensive internal and
external search process. Mr. Baillargeon will join the
Company effective November 18,
2024.
"Francis is an entrepreneurial leader who possesses a deep
understanding of the wealth management industry," said Dave Kelly, President and Chief Executive
Officer of RF Capital. "He has a strong understanding of, and
exposure to, risk management, investor relations, corporate
development and M&A in a growth environment. We think he is a
great fit for our company, our culture and our team."
Mr. Baillargeon spent the last four years as Chief Financial
Officer of FLO EV Charging. During his tenure at the company, he
had accountability for driving financial performance, leading over
$500 million in fundraising
commitments, driving strategic initiatives and implementing a
data-driven approach to decision-making. Prior to FLO, Mr.
Baillargeon was an executive in Corporate Development &
Strategy at TD Bank where he led teams in evaluating and executing
inorganic growth opportunities, via acquisitions, partnerships and
strategic investments. Before joining TD Bank, he worked for over
ten years in investment banking at Goldman Sachs and two wealth
management-focused boutiques.
"I am thrilled to join this company and work alongside
Dave Kelly and his talented team to
help position Richardson Wealth as the best independent choice for
advisors and their clients in Canada," said Francis
Baillargeon. "Like so many who are choosing this company, I
am drawn to the brand, the unique entrepreneurial culture and the
opportunity to grow and thrive."
Mr. Baillargeon has a Bachelor of Commerce (Honours) from
Queen's University.
To learn more about the Company, please visit our website to
view our latest third quarter 2024 report and our latest
recruiting brochure.
About RF Capital Group Inc.
RF Capital Group Inc. is a TSX-listed (TSX: RCG) wealth
management-focused company. Operating under the Richardson Wealth
brand, the Company is one of the largest independent wealth
management firms in Canada with
$39.4 billion in assets under
administration (as of October 31,
2024) and 22 offices across the country. The firm's advisory
teams are focused exclusively on providing strategic wealth advice
and innovative investment solutions customized for high net worth
or ultra-high net worth families and entrepreneurs. The Company is
committed to maintaining exceptional fiduciary standards and has
earned certification – determined annually – from the Centre for
Fiduciary Excellence for its Separately Managed and Portfolio
Management Account platforms. For the seventh year in a row,
Richardson Wealth has been certified as a "great place to work" by
Great Place to Work®, a global authority on workplace culture. For
further information, please visit www.rfcapgroup.com and
www.RichardsonWealth.com.
SOURCE RF Capital Group Inc.