Tom Christie has made a name for himself in the Calgary financial services community with a career spanning more than three decades, the majority of which has been with BMO Nesbitt Burns. While possessing in-depth overall business expertise and insight, he has particular skills in the areas of wealth creation and preservation. He has authored numerous articles on these subjects in leading wealth management periodicals and is widely acknowledged as an industry expert.
Tom possesses the type of highly analytical mind that makes him ideally suited to the complexities of today’s investment industry. And his ability to consistently deliver positive results over decades of professional practice has made him a respected leader and sought-after advisor in a highly competitive profession.
Tom is an alumnus of the University of Calgary, where he graduated with an honours degree in Economics. In his spare time, depending on the season, he can be found on the golf links, hitting the bike trails or in the mountains partaking in some of Alberta’s world-class skiing.
Austen is a graduate of the University of Lethbridge where he received his Bachelor of Management with a Major in Marketing and a Minor in International Management, which allowed him to study in Nagoya Japan. Austen has augmented his credentials by becoming a licensed insurance broker, has completed the Canadian Securities Course (CSC®), and is committed to advancing his career in the investment industry through continuing education.
Austen is a highly motivated individual with an uncompromising work ethic and is always looking for new ways to achieve the best results for his clients. A competitive athlete, his experience as both a player and coach have taught him valuable lessons in developing and maintaining winning attitudes and strategies for personal growth and success. He knows how to make valuable contributions to a team; lessons he puts to use daily in his career with Christie & Associates.
When not studying to further his investment acumen, he can be found pursing his passions for sports, cooking up a storm in his kitchen, or out enjoying a walk or run with his dog Maya.