Farhan brings over 20 years of senior executive experience in a wide variety of industries including: financial services, wealth management, wellness, global event management, luxury travel and the consumer retail industry.
Farhan is a serial global entrepreneur and is currently leading a number of innovative and award-winning organizations across a wide range of industries that he and his business partner know intimately. Farhan is professionally known as having a strong desire to obtain results with the desire for operational excellence and a superior client experience. He excels at initiating changes to produce better results and has a rational, thoughtful approach to all aspects of wealth creation. A trusted results-oriented executive and professional, known for his traditional business acumen with sustainable results combined with innovative 2.0 thinking, management and creativity.
Previously, Farhan held various positions in the financial services industry focusing on financial advisor support in the areas of technology, marketing, practice management, financial planning and education. Over his tenure, he has trained over 5,000 advisors across North America in financial planning, investment management and in growing and managing their businesses. In his last role as Chief Operating Officer & Managing Director at HollisWealth, one of Canada’s largest independent wealth management firms, Farhan was responsible for the ongoing daily business operations and sales management for HollisWealth, along with overall responsibility of leading multiple national strategic initiatives and financials.
Farhan prides himself in “Making Things Happen” – Turn ideas into reality and solve problems efficiently and effectively. A stellar track record in executing numerous projects and initiatives while coordinating multiple groups, departments and key internal and external partners. His greatest skill lies in juggling numerous projects and tasks all at once with superior execution with a goal of growth, exceeding client expectations and profitability.
2020: Top 100 Canadian Business Professionals
2009: Nominated for Canada's Top 40 under 40
2007: Finalist for Canadian Investment Awards - Best Advisor Education Program