David J. Ritcey
CFP, CIM, FCSI, CIMA, TEP
Having
completed Bachelor of Science and Bachelor
of Business Administration degrees from
Acadia University, David joined ScotiaMcLeod
in April of 1992. Dave’s professional
responsibility in The Ritcey Team is
to
help clients find peace of mind and financial
security by relying on the sound principles
of financial planning and investment management.
He is an active member in a number of
industry-related organizations and has
enjoyed time spent teaching introductory
and advanced courses in investment and
finance. David has taught for the Investor
Learning Center of Canada, the Canadian
Securities Institute, and the School of
Business at Acadia University.
David is one of very few Atlantic Canadian
advisors to become a Certified Investment
Management Analyst (CIMA). This professional
certification is offered through the Investment
Management Consultants Association (IMCA),
and follows extensive course work and
a rigorous examination in conjunction
with the prestigious Wharton School of
Business at the Ivy League’s University
of Pennsylvania. As the highest standard
in consulting expertise, CIMA certification
has become synonymous with insight, professionalism
and most importantly, trust.
David lives in Kentville with his wife
Melissa, daughter Lydia and two schnauzers
Zack and Gus. He is an avid sports fan
and enjoys following the ups and downs
of his favorite Boston Red Sox. Skiing
in the winter and fishing in the summer
are leisurely activities enjoyed when
time permits. Dave is a member of the
Kentville Community Development Committee
for the Town of Kentville and also sits
on the Board of the Kings Historical
Society.
