Axl Villapaz

WORK HISTORY

ABOUT AXL VILLAPAZ

I am a Chartered Investment Manager (CIM) with over a decade of experience in the asset and wealth management industry, spanning roles in operations, investment advisory, portfolio management, and compliance. Currently, I serve as Associate Director, Compliance at iA Private Wealth—an independent investment dealer offering holistic, tailored wealth solutions through a network of more than 460 independent Investment Advisor and Portfolio Manager teams. With over $50 billion in assets under administration, we are the partner of choice for discerning investors across Canada. I hold multiple industry certifications, including the Chief Compliance Officer Qualifying Examination and the Certification in Investment Dealer Compliance. My core expertise includes internal controls, supervision and monitoring, and regulatory audits. I am well-versed in policy and procedure review, regulatory audit support, advisor and firm registration via NRD, and managing filings through SEDAR+. I maintain strong working knowledge of Canadian regulations such as NI 31-103, NI 81-102, FATCA, PCMLTFA, and PIPEDA, and stay current with CSA Staff Notices. My background includes working with firms registered across various categories—IFM, PM, EMD, mutual fund, and securities dealers—serving both retail and institutional clients.