Episode Summary
With more than 30 years of experience in capital markets and financial services, Mary Vitug is a respected figure in the world of finance. Throughout her career, she has held leadership positions at prestigious institutions like Scotiabank and Women in Capital Markets. She has also served on various boards, including the Nicola Wealth Private Capital Investment Committee. Mary is well-known for her commitment to promoting Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion in the industry.
In the latest episode of The Wealth Exchange podcast, Selena Woo, host of the Women's LEAD segment, engages in a conversation with Mary. During their discussion, Mary shares her wealth of knowledge and experiences, delving into the four pivotal themes that have profoundly shaped her remarkable journey: work-life integration, intellectual curiosity, personal branding, and the nuances of mentorship versus sponsorship.
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Guest Bios
Mary Vitug
Mary is a senior executive with over 30 years of capital markets and financial services experience, including 24 years at Scotiabank where she was a Managing Director in both Investment Banking and Equity Capital Markets. At Scotiabank, Mary led numerous prominent IPOs, M&A, and equity financing transactions. Her expertise spans various industries, with a strategic focus on Real Estate, Consumer & Retail, Industrial, and Financial Institutions. For 20 years she was an active member of Scotiabank’s Equity Liability Committee, evaluating risk and managing capital for global financings.
Mary is Board Chair of Women in Capital Markets and a recognized leader in Equity, Diversity and Inclusion. She is also an independent member of the Private Capital Investment Committee for Nicola Wealth.
Mary is a CPA, holds a BA in Economics from the University of Toronto and an MBA from the Rotman School of Management. She is also a graduate of the Institute of Corporate Directors Rotman Governance Essentials and Chairing Boards programs.
About the Host - Selena Woo
As Vice President, Advisory Services – Associates & Operations, Selena leads the Wealth Planning Associates with purpose and positive intent to embrace a culture of empathy and excellence.
With over two decades in financial services, Selena brings passion and expert experience to her role at Nicola Wealth. Selena’s experience ranges from working for a mutual fund company servicing brokers and financial advisors to working alongside two Investment Counsellors at a large investment management firm servicing high-net-worth and ultra-high-net-worth clients, and most recently, working for one of Canada’s largest private investment management firms with a focus on institutional clients. A graduate of The University of Calgary, Selena graduated with her Bachelor of Arts, in Economics. She also holds her Certified Financial Planner (CFP), Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) and Certified Management Accountant (CMA) designations.
Selena is involved with Junior Achievement, providing business education to youth. She is also a member of the Nicola Wealth Women’s Speaker Series’ Steering Committee and the Social Committee.
