Phil is responsible for determining all investment portfolio strategy, working alongside RBC's investment strategy committee. Born in Oxford, England, he graduated from Liverpool University before completing his master’s degree at Simon Fraser University. After university, Phil joined RBC Dominion Securities, where he has worked since 1994. He holds securities, options, portfolio management, financial planning, and insurance licenses, along with both the Canadian Investment Manager (CIM) and Fellow of the Canadian Securities Institute (FCSI) designations. Outside work, Phil leads a very active life, primarily mountain biking and kickboxing.