Our Leadership

Aaron joined the practice in 2001. As a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER^® professional, he meets the FP Canada’s rigorous pre- and post-certification standards in education, experience, and ethics, while adhering to the highest internationally recognized standards of competence and ethical practice as set out by FP Canada. Also, as a designated Financial Management Advisor (FMA), Aaron is qualified to provide comprehensive and advanced financial planning advice to sophisticated and high-net-worth families, professionals and business owners. Aaron focuses on advanced tax and estate planning research, portfolio analysis and advising on new wealth management initiatives. He finds it especially rewarding to help clients achieve lifelong goals and to move through different life stages with confidence, knowing they have a comprehensive financial plan in place.

Aaron’s charity involvement includes support of BC Children’s Hospital, the United Way, and the Butterfly Run. Born and raised in Vancouver, Aaron now resides in Surrey. He is an avid outdoor enthusiast who enjoys spending his free time hiking, camping, and backpacking throughout the great outdoors in beautiful BC and beyond.

Lyle's career journey in the financial industry has been truly remarkable and filled with numerous achievements and accolades. Having joined IG Wealth Management in 1989, he established Karasick & Associates Private Wealth Management, specializing in comprehensive financial planning for high-net-worth individuals, families, retirees, professionals, and corporations.

One of Lyle's significant accomplishments was becoming one of the first individuals in Canada to earn the prestigious CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® designation, demonstrating his commitment to maintaining a high level of expertise and professionalism in his field. His dedication and excellence were recognized with multiple awards, including the *Lifetime Achievement Award.

Lyle believed in sharing his knowledge and experience with others and actively coached financial advisors while delivering lectures to both industry and non-industry audiences. His background as a former business owner and managing director allowed him to provide valuable counsel on corporate financial planning matters, particularly for business owners.

In 2023, after almost 34 years of building one of the ****most successful practices in IG Wealth Management's history, Lyle decided to retire. He entrusted the leadership of his practice to his associate, Aaron Crabtree, and his partner, Ryan Murray, forming Karasick Crabtree and Murray Private Wealth Management.

Beyond his professional achievements, Lyle is known for his dedication to his family. He resides in South Surrey with his wife, June, His daughter, Tasia, is an Associate in the practice. Additionally, Lyle is actively involved in various community and professional activities, contributing to organizations which include the United Way and the BC Canadian Cancer Society. Through the Lyle and June Karasick Foundation, he supports several charitable causes, including the Vancouver Holocaust Education Centre, Doctors Without Borders, Covenant House, Peace Arch Hospital, and the BC Children's Hospital.

Lyle and June enjoy traveling as wanderlust adventurers, already well past the halfway mark of visiting 100 countries. Lyle also gives back to the community in a creative way, as an amateur magician who entertains children's groups.

Lyle's commitment to helping others, both through his financial expertise and his philanthropic endeavors, showcases his dedication to making a positive impact on the lives of those around him. His retirement marks the passing of the torch to the next generation of leaders in the financial industry while leaving behind a legacy of excellence and service.

"Lyle has and continues to be a pioneer in the financial services industry. One need only look to the loyalty and dedication of the clients he's worked with as a testament to the professionalism he lends to his craft"

Brad C.

Ryan Joined the Practice in 2017 as an Associate Consultant. With a degree in Economics from Simon Fraser University and work experience on three continents, Ryan brings a global perspective to the team and to clients. Ryan has also earned the CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER^® designation as well as the Registered Retirement Consultant (RRC) designation. His unique ability to analyze complex retirement challenges and model them on our sophisticated planning software provides clients with one of the most comprehensive financial plans available anywhere.

Ryan’s charity involvement includes support of the United Way, World Vision Canada, and his local Church.

Tasia joined the team in 2019 as an Associate Consultant. She received a Bachelor of Arts Degree, majoring in Political Science, from the University of Western Ontario and is currently enrolled in the CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER^® professional program. Tasia is responsible for ensuring compliance on all client files as well as helping clients learn to use our technology to better understand the products and services we provide. She also collaborates with team members to prepare and implement complex financial plans.

Her personable and leadership abilities have given way to roles in region-wide training and in representing IG Wealth Management as a Chair on the Alzheimer’s Society of B.C. Tasia is much appreciated by both the team and clients in assuring the practice is running smoothly and that client’s satisfaction is always our top priority.

Linda began her financial services career with Bill Konnert in 1982. Together they managed the White Rock location of what is now known as IG Wealth Management. Their exceptional, longstanding work history is unprecedented.

Linda and Bill joined our practice in 2020 and bring years of experience providing holistic financial planning to multi-generational families. She takes pride in her work and enjoys helping clients achieve their financial goals. She has been a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER^® professional since 2002 and received her Registered Retirement Consultant (RRC) designation in 2015.

Linda loves to spend time with her family and friends, and enjoys ice skating and walks along the White Rock promenade.

Bill joined IG Wealth Management on May 2, 1966 and is currently the longest serving active Consultant in Canada. He’s had the privilege of benefiting from the expertise of every president in the company. In 1969, he received the in-house Financial Planner Certificate, and was involved with the educational training program for Consultants. Throughout his 55+ years with IG Wealth Management, Bill has received numerous awards and recognition, including the Award of Excellence*.

Bill has held a multitude of seminars over the years, and introduced some of the first mutual funds in Canada. He was often a guest on BCTV’s “Everybody’s Money”. In 1982, Bill opened the first White Rock location of what is now known as IG Wealth Management. He hired Linda Johnston to manage the office and help prepare financial plans for clients. Bill and Linda continue their remarkable long-lasting career together at IG Wealth Management.

Bill has recently transitioned from Senior Consultant to Associate Consultant and merged his practice with Aaron Crabtree of Karasick & Associates. This enables him to follow his passion spending quality time personalizing the financial planning process with clients.

He has served on the board of trustees for the NAB Seminary, as a consultant on the NAB Endowment fund and is actively involved with his local congregation.

Bill spends his leisure time with family and friends, and enjoys fishing and golf.

^{*Based on top 1% of IG Consultants with outstanding commitment to both service and performance excellence, as well as a qualification level of $125,000,000}