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John Hayes

Enthusiast · DISC type i
Managing Partner at Gambit Wealth
📍 Caledon, Ontario, Canada

John Hayes is a Managing Partner and co-founder of Terra Cotta Private Wealth, specializing in financial and estate planning for business owners and affluent families. His expertise is built on 18 years as a Wealth Advisor and a 6-year tenure as an auditor with the Canada Revenue Agency. He holds an Honours Bachelor of Arts from the University of Toronto.

Outside of his financial practice, John is deeply committed to fostering entrepreneurship, serving as the President of the Entrepreneurs Organization for South West Ontario until mid-2025. His personal interests include golfing with friends and enjoying wine tours with his wife, Heather.

Unique fact: Before becoming a wealth advisor, John spent six years as an auditor for the Canada Revenue Agency, giving him a deep understanding of tax governance.

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Experience
33 Years
Current Role
Managing Partner
Job Level
Senior
Location
Caledon, Ontario, Canada
Personality Overview

How John shows up

Amiable & Agreeable
Non-Confrontational
Optimistic

They agree with others often, so exercise caution when relying on their word. Unlike D or C types, they are convinced more by stories and testimonials. They are more about building relationships than just cutting deals.

Priorities

Topics John cares about

Entrepreneurship Support
Serves as President for the Entrepreneurs' Organization of South West Ontario, demonstrating a strong commitment to mentoring and connecting with business owners.
Tax & Estate Planning
His career is focused on delivering sophisticated tax, insurance, and estate planning strategies, informed by his past experience as a CRA auditor.
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Career

Work history

11-2020
Managing Partner
Gambit Wealth
12-2019
President - Entrepreneurs Organization - South West Ontario July 2023 to June 2025
EO Canada
4-2014
Principal and Managing Director
Terra Cotta Financial Group
10-2013 - 4-2014
Senior Wealth Advisor
Family Wealth Concepts
1998 - 7-2013
Wealth Advisor - The Hayes Group
BMO Nesbitt Burns
In the press

Media appearances

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Education
1986 - 1990
Honours Bachelor of Arts
University of Toronto - University of St. Michael's College
Social presence
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Behavioral profile

DISC profile (public)

i

Influence (I)

Influence (I) reflects the degree to which a person prefers to work by influencing or persuading others. Those scoring high tend to be people oriented, motivated by social recognition and building relationships.

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