PI Financial Corp.

Ventum Financial Corp. (“Ventum” – formerly PI Financial Corp.) is pleased to announce the successful completion of its amalgamation with Echelon Wealth Partners Inc. (“Echelon”), marking a significant milestone that solidifies its position as a leading independent investment advisory, wealth management, and capital markets firm in Canada. David Cusson, former CEO of Echelon, has assumed the role of CEO of Ventum. Jean-Paul Bachellerie, former CEO of Ventum, has assumed the role of President and COO of Ventum. This strategic alignment of leadership combines the expertise and vision of both firms to enhance client service and operational efficiency. "With offices across Canada, and strong anchors in the east and west, we are well positioned to deliver comprehensive financial solutions tailored to meet the diverse needs of our clients," said David Cusson, CEO of Ventum. "This amalgamation represents a significant step forward in our commitment to excellence and towards becoming the leading independent investment dealer in Canada." "Our combined Private Client Services and Capital Markets teams provide us with the scale needed for future success, enabling continuous investment in our platform and the provision of leading-edge tools and technology for our advisory teams,” said Jean-Paul Bachellerie, President & COO of Ventum. For more information about Ventum, please visit ventumfinancial.com.

In case you missed it—on May 1, 2024, PI Financial Corp. (PI) officially rebranded to Ventum Financial Corp. (Ventum)! This name change is part of the amalgamation process between PI and Echelon Wealth Partners previously announced in March 2023. The amalgamation which, subject to regulatory approval, will occur on June 24, 2024. After months of hard work and anticipation, we're excited to embark on this next chapter of our journey. “PI has 42 years of success in the industry,” said Ventum CEO Jean-Paul Bachellerie. “To us, the name Ventum represents the progressive, entrepreneurial spirit that has been at the heart of our success. We look forward to continuing serving clients alongside our new colleagues under our new brand.” Our rebranding represents a significant step forward as we continue to evolve and grow in the financial services industry. As one of Canada’s leading independent investment advisory, wealth management, and capital markets firms, we're committed to innovation, excellence, and providing even greater value to our clients and partners. We're incredibly grateful for the support of our team, clients, and partners throughout this transition. Together, we're building something truly special at Ventum. Stay tuned for more updates and exciting developments and visit ventumfinancial.com to learn more. #VentumFinancial #Rebranding #NextChapter

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