Toronto-based HNW boutique Gluskin Sheff + Associates Inc. has announced Bruce Kagan has joined the firm as vice-president, risk management.

“We are extremely pleased to welcome Bruce to the company,” said Jeremy Freedman, president and CEO, Gluskin Sheff. “Hiring a professional of Bruce’s calibre further demonstrates our commitment to sound and effective risk management, and ensures that our clients continue to be served by the best in the industry.”

Prior to joining Gluskin Sheff, Kagan was CEO of Blackmont Capital, with responsibility for both the wealth management and capital markets businesses. When Blackmont became part of the Macquarie Group in January 2010, he was named CEO of the newly formed Macquarie Private Wealth Inc.