Our team
David Morrison, B.A., J.D.
After beginning his career as a lawyer, David founded Morrison Financial Services Limited in 1987 with a view to providing tailored asset-based financing to small and medium-sized businesses. David enjoys every aspect of his role, from being a member of the credit committee, to planning and steering his company’s development, and watching the team grow.
David has recently been appointed a member of the Ontario Securities Commission’s Investment Funds Technical Advisory Committee (IFTAC) for a two-year term. This committee advises the OSC staff on technical compliance challenges in the investment funds product regulatory regime and highlights opportunities for improving alignment between investor, industry, and regulatory goals.
Alenna Emer, CPA, CA
Before joining Morrison Financial in 2005, Alenna worked for six years in the Audit department of Ernst & Young. Now, as the firm’s CFO, Alenna is responsible for overseeing financial and tax reporting, treasury activities, investor relations, and risk analytics. Alenna is a key member of the firm’s credit committee and provides integral, strategic leadership to the business.
Graham Banks, CFA
Senior Vice President
Matthew Solda, MBA
Vice President
Matthew is responsible for the origination and management of mortgage investments and condominium term loans.
Matthew joined Morrison Financial in 2018 and has a background in both construction and finance. Matthew has obtained a Bachelor of Structural Engineering from Queen’s University and a Masters of Business Administration from The Rotman School of Management.
Adrian Bennett
Director, Development Project
Adrian is responsible for loan origination, underwriting, analytics and relationship management.
Adrian joined Morrison Financial in 2009. He is a member of Building Industry and Land Development (BILD) Toronto, Canadian Mortgage Professionals (CMP) and the Canadian Mortgage Brokers Association (CMBA). Adrian obtained a Bachelor of Arts Degree in International Economics and Finance from Ryerson University and a Construction Cost Estimating Certificate from George Brown College.
Caroline Caldwell
Administration and Compliance
Caroline is responsible for mortgage administration and compliance under the Mortgage Brokerages, Lenders, and Administrators Act, 2006 (Ontario).
Caroline joined Morrison Financial in 2007. Before joining Morrison Financial Caroline worked as Supervisor, Office Administration for Royal LePage Real Estate and Bosley Real Estate. She has over 28 years of experience in the real estate industry. Caroline obtained a Bachelor of Arts Degree from Carleton University.
Chawin Vajanopath, MBA
Senior Associate
Chawin is responsible for the underwriting of mortgage loans and driving business operations and technology.
Chawin joined Morrison Financial in 2020. Prior to joining Morrison Financial, Chawin was a Senior Consultant at Deloitte Canada’s Organization Transformation practice focusing on strategy and building high-performing organizations for clients in various industries. Chawin obtained a Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering from the University of Toronto and a Masters of Business Administration from The Rotman School of Management.
Justin Aubry
Associate, Investment
Justin is responsible for Investment activities at Morrison Financial.
Prior to joining Morrison Financial, Justin was an Investment Advisor at Manulife Securities.
Justin holds a Bachelor of Commerce, Finance from John Molson School of Business (Concordia University).
Luka Milidragovic
Associate, CondoCorp
Luka is responsible for the origination and management of condominium term loans.
Luka joined Morrison Financial in 2021 and has prior experience as a Software Developer.
Luka holds a Bachelor of Arts, Mathematics from the College of the Holy Cross, where he played for the NCAA D1 Men’s soccer team.
Sarah Banks
Associate, Business Development
Sarah is responsible for construction mortgage loan underwriting. Sarah joined Morrison Financial in 2022 and has prior experience in the construction finance industry.
She has an Honours Bachelor of Commerce from McMaster University. Sarah also enjoys cycling and skiing on her days off.
Albert Ge
Business Analyst
Albert is responsible for assisting with credit analysis and ongoing portfolio management for mortgage and condominium corporation loans.
Albert joined Morrison Financial in 2022 and has prior experience in the finance industry. Albert has a Bachelor of Commerce degree specializing in finance from University of Alberta.
Tatiana Ignakova
Controller
Tatiana is responsible for accounting management.
Before joining Morrison Financial in 2007, she was a consultant to small and medium-sized businesses, focusing on process re-engineering and systems integration. Tatiana obtained a Masters of Economics from the Financial University of the Russian Federation, is a Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) and is a Certified Management Accountant (CMA).
Youngjin Cho
Administrative Assistant
Youngjin (Jin) is responsible for providing administrative support for various programs at Morrison Financial.
Jin joined Morrison Financial in 2022. Jin has extensive administrative experience in the financial services industry.
