What does it take to build lasting value in a world where markets and technology are evolving faster than ever? In this episode of The Wealth Exchange, host Rob Olsen, Head of Nicola Wealth Private Capital, and co-host Kent Sio, Principal, Private Equity and Venture Capital, sit down with Perry Miele, Managing Partner at Beringer Capital, for a dynamic conversation on the future of private capital.

From navigating NAFTA negotiations to leading global businesses, Perry shares thoughtful lessons on leadership, digital transformation, and the growing influence of AI in modern investing. He also discusses the importance of staying disciplined in a shifting market and why optimism and long-term thinking remain essential to success in private equity.

Behind every career move, family milestone, and household decision lies a financial story that rarely gets told. In this episode, Cassandra Cross, Wealth Advisor and Client Relationship Manager at Nicola Wealth, sits down with estate lawyer Christianne Murphy to explore the often-overlooked "invisible load" women carry, especially during major life transitions like marriage, motherhood, caregiving, or career changes.

Together, they unpack the emotional and financial weight of this hidden labour, share personal stories, and offer actionable strategies to help women protect their financial identity, plan with confidence, and create space for their own goals.

What makes a legacy last? In this special conversation, Isadore "Issy" Sharp, founder of the Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts, joins John Nicola, founder and CEO of Nicola Wealth, to reflect on the principles that built two enduring organizations.

Moderated by Ori Mandowsky with opening remarks from Chris Nicola, the discussion explores how values like service, culture, and generosity can shape success far beyond the balance sheet. Together, they discuss the Golden Rule that defined Four Seasons, the "Share the Pie" philosophy behind Nicola Wealth, and how both founders approach succession, leadership, and philanthropy with intention.

A resilient market masked a quarter defined by policy tension, valuation concerns, and inflation uncertainty.

In this quarterly edition of The Wealth Exchange, Nicola Wealth Portfolio Manager and Investment Strategist Ben Jang joins host Jasmine Marichic to unpack a quarter marked by rising equity markets and rising risks.

From the evolving US–Canada tariff dispute and its implications for key industries, to concentrated market leadership, high valuations, sticky inflation, and bond volatility, Ben explores the complex macro environment investors face today.

He also explains why diversification, real assets, and illiquidity premiums can play a vital role in helping build more resilient portfolios.

In this weeks episode, Ethan Astaneh, Client Relationship Manager at Nicola Wealth, explains how IPPs work for incorporated professionals, business owners, and executives - offering tax deferral, income splitting, and estate planning benefits that can help families manage wealth more efficiently.

Discover real world examples, eligibility criteria, and why successful professionals are incorporating IPPs as a complement to traditional RRSPs. If you're earning high T4 income or planning to sell your business, this retirement strategy could enhance your long-term retirement and estate planning.

Music has the power to transform lives, and few understand this better than Sarah McLachlan. In this episode, host John Nicola, CEO, CIO and Chairman at Nicola Wealth, sits down with the Grammy-winning artist and philanthropist to explore her remarkable journey from a 19-year-old with a record deal to the founder of a groundbreaking music education program.

Together, they trace McLachlan's path from Halifax to Vancouver, her early experiences with World Vision that sparked a lifelong commitment to giving back, and the creation of Sarah McLachlan School of Music 24 years ago. The conversation dives deep into the school's barrier-free model, serving 1,200 students across Vancouver, New Westminster, and Edmonton with completely free programming, and the extraordinary results - including a 99% high school graduation rate among participants.

McLachlan shares insights from her annual "Barefoot in the Backyard" fundraiser, the challenges of scaling a nonprofit organization, and her vision for sustainable philanthropy. The discussion also explores broader themes around community impact, the infinite game of giving back, and how access to music education can provide vulnerable youth with mentorship, connection, and a safe space to discover their authentic selves.

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Even the most disciplined investors can be influenced by emotions and biases. In this episode, Benjamin Jang, Investment Strategist at Nicola Wealth, introduces John Nicola, Chairman, CEO & CIO, who explores the field of behavioural finance. John examines the psychological traps that can influence even the most experienced investors, from loss aversion and overconfidence to anchoring and confirmation bias, and how these behaviours can affect long-term returns.

Drawing on historical examples and modern research, John highlights practical ways investors can counteract bias through systematic rebalancing, disciplined asset allocation, and diversification.

Canada's housing market is at a crossroads, driven by record immigration, shifting interest rates, and mounting construction challenges. In this episode, host Ethan Astaneh, Wealth Advisor | Client Relationship Manager, sits down with Dan Wurtele and Ryan Dash of The Vancouver Life Real Estate Group for a data-driven look at the state of Canadian real estate.

Together, they unpack the demand story behind immigration, what interest rates and cap rates are signalling, and why investor sentiment remains cautious. The conversation also dives into stalled development projects, the rise of purpose-built rentals, and new opportunities emerging in multiplex housing, shedding light on what these shifts mean for homeowners, investors, and the next generation of buyers.

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