Cindy Marques, CFP®

Cindy Marques, CFP®, has a diverse work experience in the financial services industry. Cindy is currently the Director: Financial Planning & Education Specialist at Open Access Limited, where they prioritize employee well-being and retirement planning through simplified investing and financial literacy. Prior to that, Cindy co-founded MakeCents and served as the CEO. Cindy also held the role of President - Advocis Toronto Chapter at Advocis, The Financial Advisors Association of Canada, advocating for professionalism and consumer protection in the field. Cindy is a Certified Financial Planner® and has worked as a Life & Health Insurance Broker at HUB Financial Inc., as well as at Desjardins Financial Security Independent Network and Desjardins Financial Security Investments Inc. in various roles related to insurance and investment fund advisory.

Cindy Marques, CFP®, has a diverse educational background. In 2003, they attended Cardinal Carter Academy of the Arts, although the specific degree and field of study are not provided. From 2007 to 2012, they pursued a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) degree at York University, specializing in Honours in Philosophy, Physics, and Engineering. In 2014, Cindy completed a Post-Graduate Certification in Financial Planning at George Brown College.

In terms of additional certifications, Cindy obtained the Certified Financial Planner® (CFP) designation from FP Canada in July 2019. Cindy also completed the Life License Qualification Program (LLQP) in October 2015, although the institution is not specified. Furthermore, Cindy obtained the Canadian Securities Course (CSC) from the Canadian Securities Institute (CSI) in February 2015.