Rob Strickland

Rob Strickland is the President of Fidelity Investments Canada ULC, where he has played a pivotal role in transforming the firm into one of the largest independent mutual fund managers in the country. Under his leadership, Fidelity's assets under management have surged from $116 billion in March 2020 to over $307 billion by July 2023, marking a significant increase in market share. Strickland's innovative approach during the COVID-19 pandemic, particularly through the expansion of digital webcasts for investment advisers, has allowed Fidelity to enhance its reach and maintain strong relationships within the competitive landscape of Canada's financial services. With a background in finance dating back to the stock market crash of 1987, Strickland has built a career around mutual fund sales and has consistently prioritized cautious growth and strategic partnerships.