James Burron, FCSI, CAIA, has been appointed as Chief Operating Officer of AIMA Canada with effect from 1 May, 2011.


Burron will work closely with AIMA Canada's Executive Committee and its membership on a broad range of association management and executive duties, including member liaison and communications, as well as focusing on broader policy and strategy objectives.

Gary Ostoich, Chair of AIMA Canada, says: "James Burron has a solid background of more than 15 years of international experience in the securities industry including a significant background in the alternative investment industry. Most recently, he has been involved in product origination on global platforms. He has also been active in event organization, research and writing as a Chapter Executive and spokesperson for the Chartered Alternative Investment Analyst Association.

"With his extensive background and industry knowledge, James will be a major asset as we continue to advance and develop the AIMA Canada organisation to serve its growing membership within Canada," he said.

A graduate of Simon Fraser University, Burron, who will be based in Toronto, holds the Chartered Alternative Investment Analyst (CAIA) designation and is a Fellow of the Canadian Securities Industry (FCSI). He has been very active over the years in industry associations and is a frequent speaker on industry issues.