Hank Gao Chief Compliance Officer
Hank serves as Chief Compliance Officer, ensuring that all Skyline Wealth Management’s compliance functions meet the applicable regulatory obligations published by the Ontario Securities Commission (OSC), the Financial Transactions and Reports Analysis Centre of Canada (FINTRAC), the Canadian Securities Administrators (CSA), the Officer of the Privacy Commissioner of Canada (OPC), and all other relevant regulators. Leveraging his fulsome managerial experience, Hank oversees the implementation, management, and administration of Skyline’s compliance and monitoring programs. His attention to detail and efficiency contribute to enhancing the investing experience at Skyline.
With a people-focused approach, Hank safeguards investors’ trust and Skyline’s integrity by achieving and maintaining the highest standards of excellence and regulatory adherence. This resolute commitment is underscored by Skyline’s own dedication to transparency, ethical decision-making, and clear communication at every stage of the investor relationship.
Before joining Skyline in 2022, Hank worked over 10 years in the financial industry, with a specific focus on investment. His extensive experience includes roles at Citigroup Financial and at BMO, where he was instrumental in the development of various initiatives to improve overall business operations and regulatory requirements.
Hank graduated with honors from the University of Toronto with a Bachelor of Economics. He has earned the Chartered Investment Manager (CIM) designation and the Derivatives Fundamentals and Options License (DFOL) and has completed both the Chief Compliance Officer Qualifying Examination (CCO) and the Partners, Directors and Senior Officers (PDO) Course.