What sets us apart from others is we offer clients industry-leading cost efficiency and robust execution capabilities while emphasizing the deep customer service that is PGM’s hallmark.

Nicholas Comtois

PRESIDENT & CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER

Mr. Comtois is Senior Director at National Bank Financial Wealth Management (NBF WM), where he oversees trading desk operations, regulatory supervision, and strategic initiatives focused on compliance and operational excellence. In addition to his responsibilities at NBF WM, he plays an active leadership role at PGM, ensuring alignment of trading strategies and supervisory frameworks across both entities. With over 20 years of experience in trading, risk management, and business development, Mr. Comtois has deep expertise in CIRO and FINRA regulations, supervisory controls, and risk mitigation. He is recognized for driving complex projects and fostering collaboration between desks in Montreal and Toronto while mentoring high-performing teams.

Giancarlo Farinacci CPA, CA

Chief Financial Officer & Chief Compliance Officer

Mr. Farinacci is Chief Financial Officer & Chief Compliance Officer and leads the finance and accounting functions of the company. He joined the Company in 2015. Previously, he was Senior Manager at BDO Canada LLP, where he spent 12 years and specialized in financial services working with broker-dealers, investments advisors, investments funds and investment fund managers. He has extensive experience with the following regulatory bodies: IIROC, FINRA, AMF, OSC, MFDA. Mr. Farinacci holds a Bachelor of Commerce degree and post-graduate diploma in public accounting from Concordia University. He is a Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA, CA).

Michael Avedesian

Director, Global Markets Sales

Since 1996, Mr. Avedesian has held several positions within the Capital Markets division, working in North American and International Settlements, as a Sales Trader on the North American, Asian and European desks, and Manager of the trading team. In his current role, he leads the global sales effort for the company’s global equity execution services and the Global Macro Research product. He is also responsible for managing the 24-hour global trading team. Prior to joining PGM, Mr. Avedesian worked for Pegasus Marketing in Montreal. He is a graduate of Mount Allison University in Sackville, New Brunswick, with a Bachelor’s degree in economics.  Mr. Avedesian has completed his IIROC licensing examinations as well as the FINRA Series 24, 37 and 63 exams.

Michael Zelman

Director, Global Markets Trading

Since joining the firm in 2006, Mr. Zelman has worked as a senior sales trader on the European team and in addition became Head of Sales Trading, North America in 2015. In 2021, Mr. Zelman was appointed Director of Global Markets Trading where he manages the trading desk and is in charge of the firm’s relationships with brokers and trading platforms. Prior to joining the firm, he worked overseas in the UK, for Tradition securities, Knight Capital and TD Securities. Mr. Zelman has a Bachelor’s degree in History and Archaeology from McGill University. He completed his IIROC licensing examinations as well as the FINRA Series 24, 37 and 63 exams.

Claude Lamoureux

Head of European Trading

Mr. Lamoureux has been working with PGM Global since 2006. Currently conducting sales and trading on the euro desk, he has also traded equities and foreign exchange for clients based in North America and Europe. Mr. Lamoureux has completed his IIROC and FINRA Series 38 licensing examinations.

Kyle Pedvis

Head of International Sales

Mr. Pedvis provides best execution trading services for our clients in his role as an Institutional Sales Trader. Previously he worked as a Settlements and Trade Operations Analyst before joining the North American trading desk. Prior to joining PGM, Mr. Pedvis received his B.A. in Industrial Relations from McGill University while also minoring in Business Management. Mr. Pedvis has completed his IIROC and FINRA Series 37 licensing examinations.

Jeffy Chui

Head of Asia Trading

Mr. Chui is on the Asia Pacific sales and trading team and helps cover on the European team. He works with the team and clients to provide best execution on equities trading. Prior to joining the firm in 2016, Mr. Chui was a trader on the high value client and active trader platform team at TD Waterhouse discount brokerage. He holds an undergraduate degree in Finance from McGill University. Mr. Chui has completed his IIROC and FINRA Series 37 licensing examinations.

Jonathan Brown

Sales & Trading – Europe

As an equity sales trader on the European desk, Mr. Brown provides best execution trading services for
clients. Prior to joining the firm in 2021, Mr. Brown worked as a Senior Specialist at IGM financial where
he advised and executed trades for HNW clients and advisors. Mr. Brown has also worked as an
Investment Representative where he traded everything from fixed income to equities and derivatives. He
is fully IIROC and FINRA licensed.

Amit Gandhi

Sales & Trading – Americas

Mr. Gandhi joined PGM in 2018 and brings over 12 years of industry experience to his role on the North American trading desk. He started his career as an equities trader before becoming a managing director and partner at Alerion Capital, developing high-frequency and algorithmic event-driven strategies in the equities and derivatives markets. He has since held roles at the largest independent asset manager in Canada, working in a high-performing team in both business development and relationship management roles. Mr. Gandhi brings a wealth of knowledge regarding markets and market infrastructure as well a strong acumen for business development and relationship management to the team at PGM Global. Mr. Gandhi graduated from Concordia University with a major in Finance and is fully IIROC and FINRA licensed.

Mario Choueiri, CFA®, FRM

Head, Transition Management

As Head, Transition Management, Mr. Choueiri oversees a team of project managers responsible for assisting clients with the liquidation and funding of one or more portfolios as a result of a change in investment manager or a shift in asset allocation. Prior to joining PGM in 2006, Mr. Choueiri worked as a lawyer and portfolio manager for a charitable foundation. He graduated with a Bachelor of Laws from McGill University in 1995 and with a Master of Business Administration from HEC (Hautes Etudes Commerciales) Montréal in 2000. He is a CFA charterholder and was awarded the FRM designation in 2011. Mr. Choueiri has completed his IIROC licensing examinations as well as the FINRA Series 4, 24 and 37 exams.

Matthew Pellegrino, CFA®

Project Manager, Transition Management

Mr. Pellegrino joined the firm in 2018 and is part of the transition management team where he is responsible for assisting clients in the reallocation of their portfolios. He started his career in an operational role at State Street where he serviced Canadian pension fund clients. Mr. Pellegrino graduated with a Bachelor of Commerce degree from Concordia University and was awarded the CFA designation in 2019.  He completed his IIROC licensing examinations as well as the FINRA Series 37 exam.

Jency Zhen

Project Manager, Transition Management

Ms. Zhen joined PGM Global on the transition management team in 2022, where she manages changes to client portfolios to minimize transaction costs and risks. She has deep experience in financial markets, coming from a background in low-latency trading at DRW, where she headed the European futures desk. Ms. Zhen holds a Bachelor of Commerce degree in Finance from McGill University and has completed her IIROC and FINRA licensing examinations.

Steven Martins

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Steven Martins is a veteran capital markets professional with over 20 years of experience in institutional equity trading and global equities. He has held leadership roles at PGM Global, Laurentian Bank Securities, Velocity Trade, and Pavilion Global Markets. Known for his strategic insight and client-focused approach, Steven specializes in trade execution, relationship management, and cross-border market operations. He holds a B.Com. in Finance from Concordia University and multiple industry certifications, including FINRA Series 37, 57, 63 and CSC, CPH, TTC

Aidan Garrib

Head, Global Macro Strategy & Research

Mr. Garrib leads the team responsible for producing global macro research, focusing on currencies, interest rates, equity indices and commodities. He works closely with PGM clients, presenting economic analysis and original global macro investment ideas. He has deep experience in financial markets, global macro strategy and credit analysis. He is on the lookout for emerging macro trends and finds actionable investment ideas to exploit them. Prior to PGM, Mr. Garrib directed the country allocation strategy for the Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce (CIBC). He also worked on CIBC’s trading floor in London, England. Mr. Garrib holds an undergraduate and a Master’s degree in Economics and Political Science from the University of Waterloo, as well as a Master’s of Finance degree from Queen’s University.

Ryan Carmichael

Global Macro Analyst

Mr. Carmichael joined PGM Global on the global macro strategy team in 2022, where he covers developed and emerging markets across asset classes. He contributes to the strategy note and works with clients, presenting macro views and developing bespoke research. Prior to PGM, he worked on DRW’s macro event-driven trading desk. Mr. Carmichael holds a Bachelor of Commerce degree in Finance from St. Mary’s University in Halifax.

Alex Larose

Global macro analysT

Mr. Larose joined PGM Global on the global macro strategy team in 2025, where he covers developed and emerging markets across asset classes. He contributes to the strategy note and helps with clients’ requests. Prior to PGM, he worked as an economics analyst at Laurentian Bank Securities. Mr. Larose holds a Bachelor of Commerce degree in Finance and Economics from HEC Montreal.

Ryan Mupfudze

Global macro analysT

Mr Mupfudze joined the PGM global macro strategy team in 2025, where he covers interest rates, currencies, equity indices, and commodities. He brings diverse experience across the buy-side and sell-side, spanning equity research, multi-asset derivatives trading, and macro research. Mr Mupfudze holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Mathematical Statistics from The University of Cape Town, and a Master of Science degree in Financial Markets and Investments from Skema Business School in France.

John Tsagaroulis

Head, International Settlements

Mr. Tsagaroulis joined PGM in 1998 and leads the equity settlement department. Prior to joining the firm, Mr. Tsagaroulis worked at BMO Nesbitt Burns for 12 years in equity settlements and as a retail sales assistant. Mr. Tsagaroulis has completed his IIROC and FINRA Series 24 and Series 37 licensing examinations.

Peter Tsonis

Settlements & Trade Operations Analyst – Americas

Mr. Tsonis joined PGM Global in 2021 as a Settlement and Trade Operations Analyst. Mr. Tsonis works closely with clients to clear firms and ensure the timely settlement. Mr. Tsonis received a Bachelor’s of Commerce from Concordia University.