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Garry McCulloch, CIM

Founding Partner & Portfolio Manager

Garry’s investment career began at a leading Canadian financial firm, where he managed portfolios for institutional and not-for-profit sectors, high-net-worth clients, estates and trusts, and First Nations communities. In 2001, he joined an independent investment counseling firm, mentoring under one of Canada’s foremost investment managers, Mr. Ned Goodman. He later transitioned to Richardson Wealth in 2012. Now, as he joins Viewpoint Private Wealth in 2025, Garry brings over 30 years of experience, combining deep technical expertise with a passion for helping clients build, preserve, and protect their wealth.

Garry is committed to providing highly personalized service to a select number of clients, fostering genuine, long-term relationships while ensuring investment decisions are meticulously researched and thoughtfully executed. His extensive experience includes advising management boards, executives, entrepreneurs, and prominent families across Canada. He holds the Chartered Investment Manager (CIM®) designation and is a registered Portfolio Manager.

Beyond his professional career, Garry is actively involved in his community. He serves as Chair of Special Olympics Calgary, Co-Chair of the Sinneave Foundation, and a member of the Southern Alberta Institute of Technology (SAIT) Advisory Group, among other philanthropic endeavors.

Brenden Soley, CFA

Partner & Portfolio Manager

Brenden joined Viewpoint Private Wealth in 2025, bringing a strong background in investment management and a passion for delivering institutional-calibre investment strategies to clients of all backgrounds.

His investment career began with internships as a research analyst for a private family office and a boutique investment counseling firm. He later held positions as a Portfolio Manager and Investment Advisor at McCulloch & Partners Wealth Counsel and as an Associate at Richardson Wealth.

Brenden is committed to building long-term relationships with his clients, ensuring they have access to high-quality investment solutions tailored to their unique financial goals. He earned the Chartered Financial Analyst® (CFA®) designation in February 2017, is a registered Portfolio Manager, and is an active member of the Calgary CFA Society.

A graduate of the University of Western Ontario (May 2011), Brenden has a lifelong passion for sports. He played competitive hockey from a young age, was drafted to the Sudbury Wolves of the Ontario Hockey League in 2005, and spent several years playing Junior A hockey in Ontario before pursuing his university education.

Mat Sawin, CFA

Portfolio Manager

Mat brings over 15 years of portfolio management, investment analysis, and entrepreneurial experience to Viewpoint. Mat uses the skills gained from his broad exposure across the finance industry to create investment strategies that assist Viewpoint clients in meeting their long-term investment objectives. He has a passion for creating investment products that are transparent and client focused.

Mat spent much of his career in New York working as an Investment Analyst and Portfolio Manager, before moving back to Canada in 2018. Mat’s deep knowledge of financial markets spanning from securities analysis to asset allocation shapes the strategic direction of our VPW division. He holds a BBA in Finance from the Tippie College of Business, is a CFA Charterholder, and is a registered Portfolio Manager.

Born in Edmonton and a graduate of the University of Iowa, where he was a member of the collegiate tennis team, Mat embodies a unique blend of tenacity and strategic thinking. Away from the world of finance, Mat finds joy in playing golf and cherishing moments with his growing family.

Rosa Golanowski

Assistant

Rosa joined Viewpoint Private Wealth in 2025, bringing with her an extensive background in financial services and a strong dedication to client relationships.

She began her career at TD Bank, holding various positions over 13 years before transitioning to the investment industry. In 2000, she joined Dynamic Mutual Funds as an Assistant to the Regional Manager, supporting a team of three Sales Associates. In 2004, Rosa moved to Dundee Securities Corporation as an Executive Assistant in Energy Investment Banking, where she supported the Energy team until 2012. Demonstrating her ability to adapt and excel in a dynamic environment, she then spent six years providing key support to the Institutional Sales and Research team.

In March 2018, Rosa joined McCulloch & Partners Wealth Counsel, where she further honed her expertise in wealth management operations and client service. In 2025, she made the transition to Viewpoint Private Wealth, where she continues to prioritize exceptional client experiences and long-term relationship building.

Born and raised in Calgary, Rosa is a proud mother of two and a grandmother. She is passionate about yoga and has earned both her 200 HR YTT Certification and a Senior Yoga TT Certification.

Vanessa Stack

Executive Assistant & Financial Administrator

Vanessa is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in executive support and office management. Currently, she serves as the Executive Assistant and Financial Administrator at Viewpoint Investment Partners, where she provides administrative support to Portfolio Manager Mathew Sawin. Vanessa joined Viewpoint in 2025 and brings 16 years of administrative excellence to the team.

Vanessa holds a Bachelor of Business Administration Degree in Marketing, which she earned from the NAIT JR Shaw School of Business in Edmonton, Alberta. Her academic achievements have equipped her with a strong foundation in marketing and business administration, which she has effectively applied throughout her career.

Native to Edmonton, Alberta, Vanessa enjoys participating in the city’s various activities. She also loves traveling with her young family, whether it’s for ski trips or to sunnier destinations.