RBC Investment Management

Tricia Kissoon, Managing Director and Head – Investment Management

Tricia Kissoon brings over 20 years of financial sector experience, including 10 years at the executive level, with a focus on mutual fund asset management and insurance portfolios. Her purpose-driven, principles-led approach to delivering leading performance has brought her recognition as an expert in the investment field.

Over the course of her career, Tricia has served on several boards including the Securities Dealers Association of Trinidad and Tobago. For the American Chamber of Trinidad & Tobago, she sat on the Environment Social and Governance (ESG) Main Committee and the ESG Banking and Finance Sub-Committee. She also currently serves as a director with the Mutual Fund Association of Trinidad and Tobago and chair of the ESG Banking and Finance sub-committee.

Tricia holds a Master of Business Administration degree from the Edinburgh Business School and a Bachelor of Science degree in Economics and Finance from the University of the West Indies.

Sean Somair - Senior Portfolio Manager - Employee Benefit Plans

Sean Somair heads a team of three portfolio managers responsible for the Pension Plans and Employee Savings Plans under management. He has 26 years’ experience in the financial services industry, out of which he has worked in portfolio management for 18 years.

He is a CFA Charterholder and also holds a BSc. in Management Studies (Second Class Honours) from the University of the West Indies.

Keisha Ballantyne-Pascall, Senior Portfolio Manager – Proprietary

Keisha Ballantyne-Pascall is a career banker with over 20 years of experience. She has successfully performed in roles from client care and satisfaction, sales and cash management to investment research and portfolio management.

Keisha joined RBC Investment Management in 2014 and was appointed Senior Portfolio Manager in 2024, with direct oversight of our proprietary suite of funds and a dynamic team of portfolio managers. She prides herself on her strong work ethic and personal values, through which she delivers exceptional performance.

Keisha holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Finance from the College of Science, Technology & Applied Arts of Trinidad & Tobago, and is currently pursuing the CFA Charter.

Delia Lopez, Manager – Market Risk

Delia Lopez has over 28 years of experience in the finance industry and has held several progressively senior positions during her tenure at the RBC Group.

Delia is currently responsible for monitoring the compliance of all funds under management through the review of trading activity and tracking of portfolios to ensure conformity with internal investment policies and statutory guidelines and for monitoring assets under management from a market risk perspective.

Delia holds an Associate of Science degree in Management from RBTT Roytec and a Bachelor of Business Administration Degree from the University of New Brunswick, with concentrations in Finance and Human Resources, and is currently pursuing her MBA with the University of Bedfordshire.

Ravi Kurjah, Manager – Investment Research

Ravi Kurjah is a distinguished professional serving as the Manager - Investment Research at RBC Investment Management (Caribbean) Ltd. With over a decade of extensive experience in the finance industry, Ravi brings an understanding of the financial landscape, with a focus on innovation and strategic decision-making.

Prior to his current role, Ravi contributed to investment and economic research, across the industry providing critical analysis and strategic recommendations for international, regional, and local markets. Beyond his professional achievements, Ravi is dedicated to community service and youth development, reflecting his commitment to nurturing future talent and societal progress.

Ravi holds a Master of Business Administration degree in Business Management from Heriot-Watt University, Edinburgh, and a Bachelor of Science degree in Economics from the University of the West Indies, St. Augustine.

Jean-Maurice Ferdinand, Relationship Manager Corporate and High Net Worth Clients

Jean-Maurice Ferdinand has over 30 years of experience at RBC and has held several roles including VIP Private Banking and Investment Specialist where he advised clients in choosing financial solutions to meet their investment objectives. With a reputation for delivering exceptional service, Jean-Maurice provides clients with tactical investment solutions focused on the Roytrin Mutual Funds and Individualised Mandate Accounts.

He has earned the Investment Funds in Canada (IFC) and Personal Financial Planner (PFP) designations from the Canadian Securities Institute.