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Watch: Investing in Times of Market Volatility featuring Benjamin Tal

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Watch Benjamin Tal, Deputy Chief Economist, CIBC Capital Markets Inc., and Wayne Byrd, CFO, Skyline Group of Companies, as they review the current investment landscape, provide an economic outlook, and discuss investment opportunities. 

Learn why diversification of one’s investment portfolio can help mitigate market volatility. In this webinar, attendees will gain a deeper insight into current market trends, the impact of inflation and the interest rate environment, and their effects on investments.

About the presenters

Wayne Byrd, Chief Financial Officer,Skyline Group of Companies

Wayne Byrd
Chief Financial Officer,
Skyline Group of Companies

Wayne is dedicated to the responsible financial performance of Skyline Group of Companies and its associated real estate and clean energy assets. Having been in private sector finance since 1995, his proven business experience and insight make him an integral leader as Skyline pursues its vision for growth. Wayne’s financial expertise and commitment to Skyline’s vision result in a balanced approach to managing fiscal obligations and operational responsibility. He understands and appreciates the challenges facing business today, and, subsequently, the evolving role of the Chief Financial Officer. His unique blend of analytical and leadership skills is fundamental to leading Skyline’s operations and growth beyond the numbers.

Benjamin Tal, Managing Director and Deputy Chief Economist, CIBC Capital Markets Inc.

Benjamin Tal
Managing Director and Deputy Chief Economist,
CIBC Capital Markets Inc.

Benjamin is a member of the CIBC economic team that is responsible for analyzing macro economic developments and their implications for fixed income, equity, foreign exchange and commodities markets. He also acts in an advisory capacity to bank officers on issues related to wealth management, household credit and risk, and corporate credit and risk. Well-known for his ground-breaking published research on topics such as labour market dynamics, real estate, credit markets, international trade and business economic conditions, Benjamin not only contributes to the conversation but also frequently sets the agenda. Benjamin has close to 20 years of experience in the private sector advising clients, industry leaders, corporate boards, trade associations and governments on economic and financial issues.