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Media Kit -
Comments From the
Industry:
Select comments from guests and friends of FPSC.
Alan Atkins, CFP, CLU, CH.F.C.
As a new insurance agent 23 years ago I dreamed of a job
that didn't really exist. It turned out that I was dreaming
of being a financial planner. Don obviously shared that dream
along with the rest of us and was a pioneer in breaking trail
for recognition of this profession. I am proud to have been
one of the early CFP designates. I have fond memories of
telephone conversations with Don in those early days and
was thrilled to find someone whose enthusiasm and vision
went beyond what I hoped.
Elaine Bedel, CFP
Don's leadership in the financial planning profession
has been greatly appreciated in the international arena
as well
as within Canada. Don's role as Council Chair and board
member for the international Financial Planning Standards
Board
has been key to the continued growth and development of
the financial planning profession around the world……..
Gerald Bissett Ed.D.
Don, a long time ago we promised ourselves a bottle of
champagne when the dust had cleared. Let's do just that
in the near
future. The toasts will all be to you. It is hard to believe
how adroit and astute you have been over the years - from
that incredible meeting in Saskatoon (the day OJ was acquitted)
to the incorporation of the FPSC to today. Somehow, "congratulations!" seems
so sedate compared to your accomplishments. I wish you
the very best in the years ahead!
John Carpenter, FICB, FCGA
Don Johnston is one of the latter day pioneers of professional
regulation in Canada. His dedication and foresight will benefit
financial planners and their clients in our country for years
to come. Thanks for letting me come along for the ride Don.
John De Goey, CFP
Don has likely done more than anyone else in Canada to promote
the idea of financial planning as a bona fide profession
in Canada. Given his tremendous contribution, I believe the
entire country owes him a debt of gratitude for the progress
we have made.
Julia Dublin
The struggle to achieve a single national financial planning
proficiency standard was once illustrated in Adviser's
Edge by photos of Don and me, posed back to back, arms
folded,
accompanied by boxing gloves and the words "Grudge Match" in
huge letters. Well, it looks like Don is hanging up his
gloves at last, but there is no doubt he has fought the
good fight
at the FPSC, and has a lot to be proud of with the CFP.
No grudges here, just lots of good wishes--and, actually,
good
memories!
Paul Isaacson CFP, CLF
Don, congratulations on having the vision and the courage
to move it forward.
Steven Kelman MBA, CFA
Don worked wonders in building the organization to its current
state and in providing the leadership that saw the CFP become
the standard recognized by the public and the designation
of choice for financial services professionals. It has been
an honour to work with Don these past 10 years.
Sonja Kokal, CFP
Congratulations Don on a job well done! You have led our
organization to a well regarded and respected position within
the financial services industry in Canada, but perhaps more
importantly, have fostered respect for our country and its'
professional citizens in the international arena as well.
I wish you all the best in your new 'career'.
Dan Moisand, CFP, President
and Marvin Tuttle, CEO, Financial Planning Association (FPA)
The FPA commends FPSC for its dedicated service to the advancement
of financial planning and congratulates FPSC on a successful
ten years.
Delmarie Scherloski
Don Johnson is always ready to take the next step—which
has resulted in the tremendous strides that the Financial
Planners Standards Council has made in its 10 short years,
and the high recognition that CFP certification now has.
He leaves big shoes to fill. All the best, Don.
Dave Traynor
Congratulations, Don, on your part in the creation of a
great community of professionals. It's truly a historic achievement
and one that you can be proud to have been a part of.
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