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Meet the Team

Our Commitment

Our team is dedicated to working closely with your family to fulfill the potential of your wealth today and years down the line. Through custom planning strategies and the democratization of investment opportunities, we strive to build and preserve your wealth — all while eliminating your financial stress.


Phil Metrailler, B.Sc. CFP® CIM Photo

Phil Metrailler, B.Sc. CFP® CIM

Senior Investment Advisor & Portfolio Manager

With over 30 years’ experience in the investment management industry, Phil has been working to build strong client relationships and helping his clients achieve their personal financial goals. Since 1993, he has been working as a financial advisor/portfolio manager focusing on building true pension-style portfolios using private investments along with publicly traded & diversified stocks and bonds. Phil is an alumni of the University of Guelph, Ontario.

Phil’s structured, disciplined approach to financial planning takes into consideration a client’s stage in life, personal circumstances, risk tolerance, investments and retirement goals. His objective is to build meaningful long-term relationships with his clients and their families and deliver on their financial needs.

Phil feels that in any industry lifelong learning is essential to honing your craft to better serve your clients. But in the fiduciary investment space, it is imperative because we are responsible for controlling not only your client’s financial destiny but also of their subsequent generations. Phil is honoured to have had the privilege of working with clients through 4 generations.

He enjoys sailing, hiking, reading and travelling with the family. He has 3 grown children and one grandson.

Miguel Lopes CPA, CIM Photo

Miguel Lopes CPA, CIM

Associate Portfolio Manager

Miguel brings a multidimensional perspective to the MLW team, drawing on a diverse professional background in accounting, investment valuation, and personal wellness. A graduate with Distinction from Wilfrid Laurier University, Miguel’s disciplined approach was forged as an Academic All-Canadian Varsity Athlete - a standard of excellence he now applies to his clients' financial futures.

With over five years of dedicated experience in integrated investment management and financial planning, Miguel is passionate about more than just numbers. He views wealth management as a tool to help people unlock their highest potential. While sourcing institutional-grade investment opportunities or refining our portfolio models or minimizing a clients' tax liabilities or more, Miguel’s focus remains steadfast: delivering a transparent, high-quality investment process that clients can believe in.

A proud resident of downtown Hamilton, Miguel lives in a restored century home and remains an active fixture in the community. Whether he’s competing on the soccer pitch or braving a winter swim in Lake Ontario, he brings the same energy to his community as he does to his practice - striving to elevate the lives of those around him, both financially and socially.

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Pearl Baranyi

Administrative Assistant

Pearl was originally from Hungary, coming  to Canada 34 years ago. Coming from a big bank and having 26 years of experience in bank customer service, she needed a new challenge and wanted to expand my horizons, which she found the perfect home at Metrailler Wealth. Throughout her previous years, she developed strong communication and problem-solving skills that she's eager to apply in a innovative financial planning team. Pearl is  passionate about continues learning and I’m excited to dive into the world of finance and explore new opportunities. 

 As an Administrative Assistant she specializes in building strong relationship with clients and understanding their needs. she  thrives in a collaborative environment, working closely with a specialized team to deliver unforgettable service. 

 In her free time, she loves hiking the trails and swimming which reduces stress and helps her meet her personal goals. She also likes reading mystery novels, gardening. Her deep love of animals,  enriches her perspective both personally and professionally.   

 

John DeWitt, B. Sc. CFP® Photo

John DeWitt, B. Sc. CFP®

Financial Planner

John is a  CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® professional, and he brings over 3 decades of experience as a retail investment advisor and as CEO of his own tree growing company. He now specializes in creating customized financial plans for our clients, so they are empowered with the knowledge required to make informed decisions about the future. 

When not busy creating plans and upgrading his knowledge base, he serves as the Treasurer of the St. Williams Conservation Reserve Community Council. The Council manages a 2,500-acre Conservation Reserve in Norfolk County which is a habitat for species at risk such as badgers, hog-nosed snakes and monarch butterflies to name a few. John  also assists in raising funds for the Norfolk General Hospital Foundation via their annual Charity Golf Classic. 

John is happily married with three children. My dream is to make a decent bottle of wine from the Baco Noir grapes growing in my backyard. I haven’t quite accomplished that yet but he has provided lots of grapes for the local birds and squirrels.