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Meet the Team

Commitment to Value

Our actions are driven by trust, reliability, empathy, prudence, and innovation. We are committed to contributing positively to the quality of our clients’ lives, and their financial future. With respect and confidentiality, we will give priority to your goals and concerns and work exclusively for your benefit.

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Michael Saracino Sr.

SENIOR INVESTMENT ADVISOR

Michael Saracino Sr.

SENIOR INVESTMENT ADVISOR | MANULIFE WEALTH INC

FINANCIAL SECURITY ADVISOR | Manulife Wealth Insurance Services Inc.

Michael.saracino@manulifewealth.ca

Mike is a dedicated financial advisor that has been in the industry for over three decades. He was a senior partner and founding member of the Manulife Wealth Inc. offices in Ville St-Laurent.

Mike has always been a family man at heart, he and his college sweetheart have two children that have become part of his team, here at Golden Rule Financial. Working with his wife and children has been a dream come true.

When he’s away from the office, Mike enjoys being outdoors, hiking, fishing and skiing. Spending time with his family and friends is of the utmost importance in his life.

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Nicodemo Giurleo

SENIOR INVESTMENT ADVISOR

Nicodemo Giurleo

Senior Investment Advisor | MANULIFE WEALTH INC
FINANCIAL SECURITY ADVISOR | MANULIFE WEALTH INSURANCE SERVICES INC.

Nicodemo.giurleo@manulifewealth.ca

Nick has been helping families and small business owners for over 25 years. With a focus on Retirement, Estate and Tax Planning using both investment and insurance strategies, he helps clients build achievable plans for growing and protecting their financial future. 

Nick believes in clear and simple strategies by applying the Golden Rule Financial motto to all aspects of Retirement Planning.

As a cancer survivor, Nick values and understands the importance of leisure time. He enjoys golfing, running, and spending time with his family and friends. He, his wife Roula and son Gabriel, enjoy vacationing in both Greece and Southern Italy during the summer holidays.

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Michele (Michael Jr.) Saracino

ASSOCIATE ADVISOR

Michele (Michael Jr.) Saracino

ASSOCIATE ADVISOR | MANULIFE WEALTH INC

Michael.l.saracino@manulifewealth.ca

Thanks to his father, Michael Jr has always gravitated toward economics and investing, given that he was enveloped by it from such a young age. It seemed like a natural progression and has always been his goal; to pursue a career in the investment industry.

When Michael isn’t working, he loves being outdoors, cycling and golfing in the summer, skiing and playing hockey in the winter. Staying active is a big part of his life. If he is not outside, Michael is likely indoors cooking up an old family recipe.

Michael is a big believer in finding your true passion in life. For him, it has always been discovering new ways to better others in any aspect of their lives, in the hopes of leading them on the right path to financial freedom.

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Sebastien St-Laurent

INVESTMENT ADVISOR ASSISTANT

Sebastien St-Laurent

INVESTMENT ADVISOR ASSISTANT | MANULIFE WEALTH INC

seb.st-laurent@manulifewealth.ca

Sebastien is the newest member of the team. He has been in the financial industry for over 5 years in various roles. He enters this new challenge with the hopes of bringing new ideas and strategies to the table.

Sebastien has had a passion for investing from a young age. He enjoys keeping up with the markets and analyzing current and emerging companies across various sectors. Sebastien is also passionate about helping others, therefore, by pursuing his career in the investment industry, he aims to make a noticeable difference in people’s lives.

When he is away from the office, he enjoys being outdoors. He stays active by cycling in the summertime and skiing the slopes in the winter.

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Susan Sarsynska

Senior ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT

Susan Sarsynska

Senior ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT | MANULIFE WEALTH INC

Susan.sarzynska@manulifewealth.ca

Susan has been in the financial service industry for over 40 years. She started off her career in the banking industry, working her way up to Branch Manager, before moving on to the wealth management side of things.

She has worked with her husband, Mike Saracino and Nick Giurleo for over 20 years, assisting in the business development and administration arm of the business. Under her watch, things are always running smoothly.

She loves to communicate with clients, assisting them with anything they need. A people person by nature, she strives to maintain high client experience levels. She is a key point person in all matters on the client level.

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Veronika Saracino

ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT

Veronika Saracino

ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT | MANULIFE WEALTH INC

veronika.saracino@manulifewealth.ca

Veronika, a junior member of the team, has worked in the financial advisory industry for over 6 years in a variety of roles. Her organizational skills and ability to communicate effectively, was a perfect fit here at Golden Rule Financial.

She handles all administrative needs and helps oversee and manage individual accounts. Her lust for life translates into an amazing client experience. She’s been a key asset in the growth of Golden Rule Financial.

Although a dedicated member of the team, in her down time, Veronika loves spending time with her family and friends, being outdoors and traveling whenever she gets the chance to. Her core values translate into every aspect of her life.