Meet the Bonnefield Team

Management Committee

Richard D’Archivio

Richard D’Archivio

Managing Partner, Chief Financial Officer

 

Richard has responsibility and oversight for finance, compliance, human resources and information technology at Bonnefield. He is also a member of Bonnefield's Investment Committee. Richard has nearly 25 years of experience in the financial services industry with emphasis in investment and wealth management.

Prior to joining Bonnefield, Richard was CFO at a leading distributor and investment fund manager of education savings solutions with over $5 billion in assets under management. Prior to that Richard was CFO of one of Canada’s largest and fastest-growing independent investment fund managers with over $13 billion in assets under management at the time. Richard also has over eight years of public accounting experience with Deloitte LLP in the assurance and business advisory practice where he provided audit and consulting services.

Education

CFA Charterholder
Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA,CA)
Bachelor of Business Administration – Schulich School of Business, York University

Richard D’Archivio

Managing Partner, CFO

Richard D’Archivio

Richard D’Archivio

Managing Partner, Chief Financial Officer

 

Richard has responsibility and oversight for finance, compliance, human resources and information technology at Bonnefield. He is also a member of Bonnefield's Investment Committee. Richard has nearly 25 years of experience in the financial services industry with emphasis in investment and wealth management.

Prior to joining Bonnefield, Richard was CFO at a leading distributor and investment fund manager of education savings solutions with over $5 billion in assets under management. Prior to that Richard was CFO of one of Canada’s largest and fastest-growing independent investment fund managers with over $13 billion in assets under management at the time. Richard also has over eight years of public accounting experience with Deloitte LLP in the assurance and business advisory practice where he provided audit and consulting services.

Education

CFA Charterholder
Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA,CA)
Bachelor of Business Administration – Schulich School of Business, York University
Jeremy Rutke
Lee Boelsma

Sam Doyle

Partner

Sam leads Bonnefield’s Integrated Agriculture initiatives and is a member of Bonnefield’s Management Committee.

Prior to joining Bonnefield, Sam was a Vice President at AGR Partners, a food and agribusiness focused private equity manager with over USD $1 billion in assets under management. Sam was a member of the investment team responsible for the sourcing, evaluation, execution and management of investment opportunities across various agricultural sectors. Prior to that, Sam was an Analyst at Goldman Sachs and Co. in their Alternative Investments and Manager Selection division.

Education:
Bachelor of Business Administration – Acadia University

Sam
Doyle

Partner

Lee Boelsma

Sam Doyle

Partner

Sam leads Bonnefield’s Integrated Agriculture initiatives and is a member of Bonnefield’s Management Committee.

Prior to joining Bonnefield, Sam was a Vice President at AGR Partners, a food and agribusiness focused private equity manager with over USD $1 billion in assets under management. Sam was a member of the investment team responsible for the sourcing, evaluation, execution and management of investment opportunities across various agricultural sectors. Prior to that, Sam was an Analyst at Goldman Sachs and Co. in their Alternative Investments and Manager Selection division.

Education:
Bachelor of Business Administration – Acadia University

Tom Eisenhauer

Founding Partner, CEO

Tom is CEO of Bonnefield which he co-founded in 2009. He is responsible for the company’s overall operations and is also a member of Bonnefield's board of directors and its investment committee. He has a broad range of private equity investing, investment banking and merchant banking experience. Prior to joining Bonnefield, Tom was the Managing Partner of Latitude Partners, which he co-founded in 1999. Latitude managed the Longitude Fund LP, a private equity fund that specialized in buyouts of private and public Canadian technology companies.

Previously, Tom was Managing Director of TD Securities and the founder and head of TD’s technology investment banking operations. He was also a managing director of Lancaster Financial, a leading independent merger and acquisition advisory firm where he was employed from 1987 until it was acquired by TD Securities in 1995.

Education                                                                                                                                                                                   ICD.D, Director’s Education Program, Institute of Corporate Directors & Rotman School of Business        M.A. Economics, Queen’s University
B.A. (Gold Medal) in Economics & Russian Literature, University of King’s College & Dalhousie University

Tom Eisenhauer

Founding Partner, CEO

Tom Eisenhauer

Founding Partner, CEO

Tom is CEO of Bonnefield which he co-founded in 2009. He is responsible for the company’s overall operations and is also a member of Bonnefield's board of directors and its investment committee. He has a broad range of private equity investing, investment banking and merchant banking experience. Prior to joining Bonnefield, Tom was the Managing Partner of Latitude Partners, which he co-founded in 1999. Latitude managed the Longitude Fund LP, a private equity fund that specialized in buyouts of private and public Canadian technology companies.

Previously, Tom was Managing Director of TD Securities and the founder and head of TD’s technology investment banking operations. He was also a managing director of Lancaster Financial, a leading independent merger and acquisition advisory firm where he was employed from 1987 until it was acquired by TD Securities in 1995.

Education                                                                                                                                                                                   ICD.D, Director’s Education Program, Institute of Corporate Directors & Rotman School of Business        M.A. Economics, Queen’s University
B.A. (Gold Medal) in Economics & Russian Literature, University of King’s College & Dalhousie University

Andrea Gruza
Andrea Gruza

Andrea Gruza

Managing Partner

 

Andrea leads the Capital Markets team at Bonnefield with responsibility for investor relations and fundraising across all Bonnefield products. Additionally, Andrea has responsibility for Bonnefield's sustainability and ESG activities and new product development, and is a member of Bonnefield's Investment Committee.

Andrea is a former investment banker with experience in mergers and acquisitions across multiple industry groups including agriculture, mining and financial institutions. Prior to investment banking, Andrea worked for Risk Management Solutions, the global leader in catastrophe risk modelling where she advised U.K., E.U., and Asian clients in the insurance and reinsurance industries.

Education

MBA, The University of Chicago Booth School of Business
Msc. International Political Economy, The London School of Economics
Bachelor of Public Affairs and Policy Management, Carleton University

Andrea Gruza

Managing Partner

Andrea Gruza

Andrea Gruza

Managing Partner

 

Andrea leads the Capital Markets team at Bonnefield with responsibility for investor relations and fundraising across all Bonnefield products. Additionally, Andrea has responsibility for Bonnefield's sustainability and ESG activities and new product development, and is a member of Bonnefield's Investment Committee.

Andrea is a former investment banker with experience in mergers and acquisitions across multiple industry groups including agriculture, mining and financial institutions. Prior to investment banking, Andrea worked for Risk Management Solutions, the global leader in catastrophe risk modelling where she advised U.K., E.U., and Asian clients in the insurance and reinsurance industries.

Education

MBA, The University of Chicago Booth School of Business
Msc. International Political Economy, The London School of Economics
Bachelor of Public Affairs and Policy Management, Carleton University
Wally Johnston
Wally Johnston

Wally Johnston

Partner

 

As a founding member of Bonnefield, Wally has supported the development of the firm's offering to the agricultural community. He continues to actively foster relationships with agricultural operators and farmers across the country and is a member of Bonnefield's Investment Committee.

Wally’s passion for farming and his understanding of farm operators – their challenges, opportunities and sensibilities – comes directly from experience. He was raised on a farm in Carp, Ontario, which he subsequently purchased in 2000, and continued to operate as a cash crop and cow/calf beef business until 2007.

Prior to Bonnefield, Wally spent several years in construction and engineering, as well as real estate. He is a licensed real estate broker and previously built and managed a  30-person real estate office.

 

Board Memberships
The Carp Agricultural Society – President 2000
Huntley Community Association – President 1987
 
Education
Ontario Real Estate Association Sales Representative License
Ontario Real Estate Association Broker License

Wally Johnston

Partner

Wally Johnston

Wally Johnston

Partner

 

As a founding member of Bonnefield, Wally has supported the development of the firm's offering to the agricultural community. He continues to actively foster relationships with agricultural operators and farmers across the country and is a member of Bonnefield's Investment Committee.

Wally’s passion for farming and his understanding of farm operators – their challenges, opportunities and sensibilities – comes directly from experience. He was raised on a farm in Carp, Ontario, which he subsequently purchased in 2000, and continued to operate as a cash crop and cow/calf beef business until 2007.

Prior to Bonnefield, Wally spent several years in construction and engineering, as well as real estate. He is a licensed real estate broker and previously built and managed a  30-person real estate office.

 

Board Memberships
The Carp Agricultural Society – President 2000
Huntley Community Association – President 1987
 
Education
Ontario Real Estate Association Sales Representative License
Ontario Real Estate Association Broker License
Jeff McAllister
Jeff McAllister

Jeff McAllister

Partner

 

Jeff oversees Bonnefield's Core farmland funds and leads our Controlled Environment Agriculture initiatives. Jeff is no stranger to the farming business, having spent much of his youth and summers working on his family’s farm on Manitoulin Island.

Previously, Jeff worked in the Banking and Capital Markets group at Ernst & Young, where he obtained his CPA, CA designation. There, he provided audit and advisory work to complex financial institutions including banks, funds and private equity clients.

Education                                                                                                                                                                                       CFA Charterholder                                                                                                                                                                    CPA, CA – Ernst & Young LLP                                                                                                                                        Honours Business Administration Degree, Richard Ivey School of Business, University of Western  Ontario                                                                                                                                                                                   Bachelor of Science (Honours – Chemistry) University of Western Ontario

Jeff McAllister

Partner

Jeff McAllister

Jeff McAllister

Partner

 

Jeff oversees Bonnefield's Core farmland funds and leads our Controlled Environment Agriculture initiatives. Jeff is no stranger to the farming business, having spent much of his youth and summers working on his family’s farm on Manitoulin Island.

Previously, Jeff worked in the Banking and Capital Markets group at Ernst & Young, where he obtained his CPA, CA designation. There, he provided audit and advisory work to complex financial institutions including banks, funds and private equity clients.

Education                                                                                                                                                                                       CFA Charterholder                                                                                                                                                                    CPA, CA – Ernst & Young LLP                                                                                                                                        Honours Business Administration Degree, Richard Ivey School of Business, University of Western  Ontario                                                                                                                                                                                   Bachelor of Science (Honours – Chemistry) University of Western Ontario

Richard D’Archivio

Richard D’Archivio

Managing Partner, Chief Financial Officer

 

Richard has responsibility and oversight for finance, compliance, human resources and information technology at Bonnefield. He is also a member of Bonnefield's Investment Committee. Richard has nearly 25 years of experience in the financial services industry with emphasis in investment and wealth management.

Prior to joining Bonnefield, Richard was CFO at a leading distributor and investment fund manager of education savings solutions with over $5 billion in assets under management. Prior to that Richard was CFO of one of Canada’s largest and fastest-growing independent investment fund managers with over $13 billion in assets under management at the time. Richard also has over eight years of public accounting experience with Deloitte LLP in the assurance and business advisory practice where he provided audit and consulting services.

Education

CFA Charterholder
Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA,CA)
Bachelor of Business Administration – Schulich School of Business, York University

Richard D’Archivio

Managing Partner, CFO

Richard D’Archivio

Richard D’Archivio

Managing Partner, Chief Financial Officer

 

Richard has responsibility and oversight for finance, compliance, human resources and information technology at Bonnefield. He is also a member of Bonnefield's Investment Committee. Richard has nearly 25 years of experience in the financial services industry with emphasis in investment and wealth management.

Prior to joining Bonnefield, Richard was CFO at a leading distributor and investment fund manager of education savings solutions with over $5 billion in assets under management. Prior to that Richard was CFO of one of Canada’s largest and fastest-growing independent investment fund managers with over $13 billion in assets under management at the time. Richard also has over eight years of public accounting experience with Deloitte LLP in the assurance and business advisory practice where he provided audit and consulting services.

Education

CFA Charterholder
Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA,CA)
Bachelor of Business Administration – Schulich School of Business, York University
Jeremy Rutke
Lee Boelsma

Sam Doyle

Partner

Sam leads Bonnefield’s Integrated Agriculture initiatives and is a member of Bonnefield’s Management Committee.

Prior to joining Bonnefield, Sam was a Vice President at AGR Partners, a food and agribusiness focused private equity manager with over USD $1 billion in assets under management. Sam was a member of the investment team responsible for the sourcing, evaluation, execution and management of investment opportunities across various agricultural sectors. Prior to that, Sam was an Analyst at Goldman Sachs and Co. in their Alternative Investments and Manager Selection division.

Education:
Bachelor of Business Administration – Acadia University

Sam
Doyle

Partner

Lee Boelsma

Sam Doyle

Partner

Sam leads Bonnefield’s Integrated Agriculture initiatives and is a member of Bonnefield’s Management Committee.

Prior to joining Bonnefield, Sam was a Vice President at AGR Partners, a food and agribusiness focused private equity manager with over USD $1 billion in assets under management. Sam was a member of the investment team responsible for the sourcing, evaluation, execution and management of investment opportunities across various agricultural sectors. Prior to that, Sam was an Analyst at Goldman Sachs and Co. in their Alternative Investments and Manager Selection division.

Education:
Bachelor of Business Administration – Acadia University

Tom Eisenhauer

Founding Partner, CEO

Tom is CEO of Bonnefield which he co-founded in 2009. He is responsible for the company’s overall operations and is also a member of Bonnefield's board of directors and its investment committee. He has a broad range of private equity investing, investment banking and merchant banking experience. Prior to joining Bonnefield, Tom was the Managing Partner of Latitude Partners, which he co-founded in 1999. Latitude managed the Longitude Fund LP, a private equity fund that specialized in buyouts of private and public Canadian technology companies.

Previously, Tom was Managing Director of TD Securities and the founder and head of TD’s technology investment banking operations. He was also a managing director of Lancaster Financial, a leading independent merger and acquisition advisory firm where he was employed from 1987 until it was acquired by TD Securities in 1995.

Education                                                                                                                                                                                   ICD.D, Director’s Education Program, Institute of Corporate Directors & Rotman School of Business        M.A. Economics, Queen’s University
B.A. (Gold Medal) in Economics & Russian Literature, University of King’s College & Dalhousie University

Tom Eisenhauer

Founding Partner, CEO

Tom Eisenhauer

Founding Partner, CEO

Tom is CEO of Bonnefield which he co-founded in 2009. He is responsible for the company’s overall operations and is also a member of Bonnefield's board of directors and its investment committee. He has a broad range of private equity investing, investment banking and merchant banking experience. Prior to joining Bonnefield, Tom was the Managing Partner of Latitude Partners, which he co-founded in 1999. Latitude managed the Longitude Fund LP, a private equity fund that specialized in buyouts of private and public Canadian technology companies.

Previously, Tom was Managing Director of TD Securities and the founder and head of TD’s technology investment banking operations. He was also a managing director of Lancaster Financial, a leading independent merger and acquisition advisory firm where he was employed from 1987 until it was acquired by TD Securities in 1995.

Education                                                                                                                                                                                   ICD.D, Director’s Education Program, Institute of Corporate Directors & Rotman School of Business        M.A. Economics, Queen’s University
B.A. (Gold Medal) in Economics & Russian Literature, University of King’s College & Dalhousie University

Andrea Gruza
Andrea Gruza

Andrea Gruza

Managing Partner

 

Andrea leads the Capital Markets team at Bonnefield with responsibility for investor relations and fundraising across all Bonnefield products. Additionally, Andrea has responsibility for Bonnefield's sustainability and ESG activities and new product development, and is a member of Bonnefield's Investment Committee.

Andrea is a former investment banker with experience in mergers and acquisitions across multiple industry groups including agriculture, mining and financial institutions. Prior to investment banking, Andrea worked for Risk Management Solutions, the global leader in catastrophe risk modelling where she advised U.K., E.U., and Asian clients in the insurance and reinsurance industries.

Education

MBA, The University of Chicago Booth School of Business
Msc. International Political Economy, The London School of Economics
Bachelor of Public Affairs and Policy Management, Carleton University

Andrea Gruza

Managing Partner

Andrea Gruza

Andrea Gruza

Managing Partner

 

Andrea leads the Capital Markets team at Bonnefield with responsibility for investor relations and fundraising across all Bonnefield products. Additionally, Andrea has responsibility for Bonnefield's sustainability and ESG activities and new product development, and is a member of Bonnefield's Investment Committee.

Andrea is a former investment banker with experience in mergers and acquisitions across multiple industry groups including agriculture, mining and financial institutions. Prior to investment banking, Andrea worked for Risk Management Solutions, the global leader in catastrophe risk modelling where she advised U.K., E.U., and Asian clients in the insurance and reinsurance industries.

Education

MBA, The University of Chicago Booth School of Business
Msc. International Political Economy, The London School of Economics
Bachelor of Public Affairs and Policy Management, Carleton University
Wally Johnston
Wally Johnston

Wally Johnston

Partner

 

As a founding member of Bonnefield, Wally has supported the development of the firm's offering to the agricultural community. He continues to actively foster relationships with agricultural operators and farmers across the country and is a member of Bonnefield's Investment Committee.

Wally’s passion for farming and his understanding of farm operators – their challenges, opportunities and sensibilities – comes directly from experience. He was raised on a farm in Carp, Ontario, which he subsequently purchased in 2000, and continued to operate as a cash crop and cow/calf beef business until 2007.

Prior to Bonnefield, Wally spent several years in construction and engineering, as well as real estate. He is a licensed real estate broker and previously built and managed a  30-person real estate office.

 

Board Memberships
The Carp Agricultural Society – President 2000
Huntley Community Association – President 1987
 
Education
Ontario Real Estate Association Sales Representative License
Ontario Real Estate Association Broker License

Wally Johnston

Partner

Wally Johnston

Wally Johnston

Partner

 

As a founding member of Bonnefield, Wally has supported the development of the firm's offering to the agricultural community. He continues to actively foster relationships with agricultural operators and farmers across the country and is a member of Bonnefield's Investment Committee.

Wally’s passion for farming and his understanding of farm operators – their challenges, opportunities and sensibilities – comes directly from experience. He was raised on a farm in Carp, Ontario, which he subsequently purchased in 2000, and continued to operate as a cash crop and cow/calf beef business until 2007.

Prior to Bonnefield, Wally spent several years in construction and engineering, as well as real estate. He is a licensed real estate broker and previously built and managed a  30-person real estate office.

 

Board Memberships
The Carp Agricultural Society – President 2000
Huntley Community Association – President 1987
 
Education
Ontario Real Estate Association Sales Representative License
Ontario Real Estate Association Broker License
Jeff McAllister
Jeff McAllister

Jeff McAllister

Partner

 

Jeff oversees Bonnefield's Core farmland funds and leads our Controlled Environment Agriculture initiatives. Jeff is no stranger to the farming business, having spent much of his youth and summers working on his family’s farm on Manitoulin Island.

Previously, Jeff worked in the Banking and Capital Markets group at Ernst & Young, where he obtained his CPA, CA designation. There, he provided audit and advisory work to complex financial institutions including banks, funds and private equity clients.

Education                                                                                                                                                                                       CFA Charterholder                                                                                                                                                                    CPA, CA – Ernst & Young LLP                                                                                                                                        Honours Business Administration Degree, Richard Ivey School of Business, University of Western  Ontario                                                                                                                                                                                   Bachelor of Science (Honours – Chemistry) University of Western Ontario

Jeff McAllister

Partner

Jeff McAllister

Jeff McAllister

Partner

 

Jeff oversees Bonnefield's Core farmland funds and leads our Controlled Environment Agriculture initiatives. Jeff is no stranger to the farming business, having spent much of his youth and summers working on his family’s farm on Manitoulin Island.

Previously, Jeff worked in the Banking and Capital Markets group at Ernst & Young, where he obtained his CPA, CA designation. There, he provided audit and advisory work to complex financial institutions including banks, funds and private equity clients.

Education                                                                                                                                                                                       CFA Charterholder                                                                                                                                                                    CPA, CA – Ernst & Young LLP                                                                                                                                        Honours Business Administration Degree, Richard Ivey School of Business, University of Western  Ontario                                                                                                                                                                                   Bachelor of Science (Honours – Chemistry) University of Western Ontario

Jeremy Rutke
Jeremy Rutke

Jeremy Rutke

Partner, Chief Compliance Officer

Jeremy manages the finance, accounting, tax, and financial reporting functions for Bonnefield. He is also responsible for monitoring and assessing Bonnefield's compliance with securities, AML, and privacy legislation.

Prior to joining Bonnefield in 2013, Jeremy was working in Deloitte's audit practice, where he obtained his CPA designation. During his time with the firm, Jeremy was responsible for the planning, execution, and overall completion of audit engagements in accordance with Canadian Audit Standards.

Education

Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA, CA) 
Bachelor of Commerce, Carleton University (Highest Honours)

Jeremy Rutke

Partner, CCO

Jeremy Rutke

Jeremy Rutke

Partner, Chief Compliance Officer

Jeremy manages the finance, accounting, tax, and financial reporting functions for Bonnefield. He is also responsible for monitoring and assessing Bonnefield's compliance with securities, AML, and privacy legislation.

Prior to joining Bonnefield in 2013, Jeremy was working in Deloitte's audit practice, where he obtained his CPA designation. During his time with the firm, Jeremy was responsible for the planning, execution, and overall completion of audit engagements in accordance with Canadian Audit Standards.

Education

Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA, CA) 
Bachelor of Commerce, Carleton University (Highest Honours)

Investments

Christina Albers
Christina Albers

Christina Albers

Principal

 

Christina is the Manager of Legal Operations for Bonnefield. In her role, Christina assists with the acquisition and execution of leases within the Bonnefield portfolio.

Previously, Christina spent eight years as a law clerk at Gowling Lafleur Henderson LLP, where she specialized in real estate acquisition and commercial finance. Prior to Gowlings, she worked as a law clerk in other high volume real estate practices.

In her spare time, Christina enjoys all things outdoors, including cross-country skiing and rowing.

Education

Bachelor of Environmental Sciences, University of Guelph

Christina Albers

Principal

Christina Albers

Christina Albers

Principal

 

Christina is the Manager of Legal Operations for Bonnefield. In her role, Christina assists with the acquisition and execution of leases within the Bonnefield portfolio.

Previously, Christina spent eight years as a law clerk at Gowling Lafleur Henderson LLP, where she specialized in real estate acquisition and commercial finance. Prior to Gowlings, she worked as a law clerk in other high volume real estate practices.

In her spare time, Christina enjoys all things outdoors, including cross-country skiing and rowing.

Education

Bachelor of Environmental Sciences, University of Guelph

Sean Chamberlain
Sean Chamberlain

Sean Chamberlain

Property Manager

 

In his role as Property Manager, Sean is responsible for the management of Bonnefield's Eastern Canadian farmland properties.

Sean grew up on a small farm outside of Stanley, New Brunswick. With the farm fostering a love of all things living, he attended the University of New Brunswick obtaining a Bachelors of Science degree in Biology. Upon graduation, he began working in an agricultural microbiology lab testing seed potatoes for provincial certification as well as assisting in research projects investigating transmission of PVY.

Sean previously worked at the Agriculture Technology start-up Resson Aerospace as their Agronomy Operations Manager. This position consisted of planning and executing numerous projects in Canada, the United States, and India regarding the building of detection algorithms for plant diseases. This role had him working with farmers from very different sectors, growing a wide variety of crops.

Education

Bachelor of Science, Biology – University of New Brunswick

Sean Chamberlain

Property Manager

Sean Chamberlain

Sean Chamberlain

Property Manager

 

In his role as Property Manager, Sean is responsible for the management of Bonnefield's Eastern Canadian farmland properties.

Sean grew up on a small farm outside of Stanley, New Brunswick. With the farm fostering a love of all things living, he attended the University of New Brunswick obtaining a Bachelors of Science degree in Biology. Upon graduation, he began working in an agricultural microbiology lab testing seed potatoes for provincial certification as well as assisting in research projects investigating transmission of PVY.

Sean previously worked at the Agriculture Technology start-up Resson Aerospace as their Agronomy Operations Manager. This position consisted of planning and executing numerous projects in Canada, the United States, and India regarding the building of detection algorithms for plant diseases. This role had him working with farmers from very different sectors, growing a wide variety of crops.

Education

Bachelor of Science, Biology – University of New Brunswick
Bhushan Chiniah
Bhushan Chiniah

Bhushan Chiniah

Sr. Principal

Bhushan is responsible for portfolio management and asset optimization activities relating to Bonnefield's farmland funds.

Previously, Bhushan was an Associate Director within the Investments team at Willis Towers Watson in Toronto and was responsible for managing the investment portfolios of their Canadian delegated/OCIO clients across multiple asset classes. Prior to this, Bhushan worked in Willis Towers Watson's Melbourne office where he provided investment consulting services to institutional clients across Australia.

                                                                                                                                                                                                        Education

Chartered Alternative Investment Analyst (CAIA)                                                                                                      Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA)                                                                                                                                          Bachelor of Commerce (Finance and Accounting) – Monash University, Australia                                          Bachelor of Economics (Econometrics and Business Statistics) – Monash University, Australia

Bhushan Chiniah

Sr. Principal

Bhushan Chiniah

Bhushan Chiniah

Sr. Principal

Bhushan is responsible for portfolio management and asset optimization activities relating to Bonnefield's farmland funds.

Previously, Bhushan was an Associate Director within the Investments team at Willis Towers Watson in Toronto and was responsible for managing the investment portfolios of their Canadian delegated/OCIO clients across multiple asset classes. Prior to this, Bhushan worked in Willis Towers Watson's Melbourne office where he provided investment consulting services to institutional clients across Australia.

                                                                                                                                                                                                        Education

Chartered Alternative Investment Analyst (CAIA)                                                                                                      Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA)                                                                                                                                          Bachelor of Commerce (Finance and Accounting) – Monash University, Australia                                          Bachelor of Economics (Econometrics and Business Statistics) – Monash University, Australia

Cameron deGooyer
Cameron deGooyer

Cameron deGooyer

Principal

 

Cameron began with Bonnefield as a summer student and has supported multiple functions throughout his time at the firm including investor relations, fundraising and investments.

In his current role, Cameron supports portfolio management with a focus on fund analytics. He also leads Bonnefield's internal valuation process across the core farmland funds.

Education

Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA)
Master of Business Administration – Dalhousie University
Bachelor of Business Administration, Finance and Economics – Saint Mary’s University

Cameron deGooyer

Principal

Cameron deGooyer

Cameron deGooyer

Principal

 

Cameron began with Bonnefield as a summer student and has supported multiple functions throughout his time at the firm including investor relations, fundraising and investments.

In his current role, Cameron supports portfolio management with a focus on fund analytics. He also leads Bonnefield's internal valuation process across the core farmland funds.

Education

Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA)
Master of Business Administration – Dalhousie University
Bachelor of Business Administration, Finance and Economics – Saint Mary’s University

Jeremy Rutke
Lee Boelsma

Sam Doyle

Partner

Sam leads Bonnefield’s Integrated Agriculture initiatives and is a member of Bonnefield’s Management Committee.

Prior to joining Bonnefield, Sam was a Vice President at AGR Partners, a food and agribusiness focused private equity manager with over USD $1 billion in assets under management. Sam was a member of the investment team responsible for the sourcing, evaluation, execution and management of investment opportunities across various agricultural sectors. Prior to that, Sam was an Analyst at Goldman Sachs and Co. in their Alternative Investments and Manager Selection division.

Education:
Bachelor of Business Administration – Acadia University

Sam
Doyle

Partner

Lee Boelsma

Sam Doyle

Partner

Sam leads Bonnefield’s Integrated Agriculture initiatives and is a member of Bonnefield’s Management Committee.

Prior to joining Bonnefield, Sam was a Vice President at AGR Partners, a food and agribusiness focused private equity manager with over USD $1 billion in assets under management. Sam was a member of the investment team responsible for the sourcing, evaluation, execution and management of investment opportunities across various agricultural sectors. Prior to that, Sam was an Analyst at Goldman Sachs and Co. in their Alternative Investments and Manager Selection division.

Education:
Bachelor of Business Administration – Acadia University

Joey Placeholder
Joey Placeholder

Shawn Francis

Property Manager

In his role as Property Manager, Shawn is responsible for activities in Bonnefield's Western Canadian farmland portfolio.

Shawn has a passion for Sustainable Agriculture, having spent much of his youth working on his family’s vegetable farm in Dominica, and being involved in biodiversity and taxonomic research at the Smithsonian Institution in Washington DC. He has since pursued knowledge in the agricultural industry internationally and locally, earning his Associates Degree in General Agronomy at the Dominican State College, followed by his Bachelors in Agricultural Business and Economics at Dalhousie University.

Previously, Shawn worked as the lead agronomic advisor at Kenna with BASF, which consisted of planning and implementing tailor-made farming solutions for eastern and western Canadian farmers. Shawn brings an abundance of knowledge, charisma and experience to this role.

Education

Permaculture certificate - Wasmaki Eco Systems (Trinidad & Tobago)
Associates Degree, General Agronomy- Dominica State College
Bachelor of Science, Agricultural Business-Dalhousie University

Shawn Francis

Property Manager

Joey Placeholder

Shawn Francis

Property Manager

In his role as Property Manager, Shawn is responsible for activities in Bonnefield's Western Canadian farmland portfolio.

Shawn has a passion for Sustainable Agriculture, having spent much of his youth working on his family’s vegetable farm in Dominica, and being involved in biodiversity and taxonomic research at the Smithsonian Institution in Washington DC. He has since pursued knowledge in the agricultural industry internationally and locally, earning his Associates Degree in General Agronomy at the Dominican State College, followed by his Bachelors in Agricultural Business and Economics at Dalhousie University.

Previously, Shawn worked as the lead agronomic advisor at Kenna with BASF, which consisted of planning and implementing tailor-made farming solutions for eastern and western Canadian farmers. Shawn brings an abundance of knowledge, charisma and experience to this role.

Education

Permaculture certificate - Wasmaki Eco Systems (Trinidad & Tobago)
Associates Degree, General Agronomy- Dominica State College
Bachelor of Science, Agricultural Business-Dalhousie University

Christina Albers
Christina Albers

Christina Albers

Principal

 

Christina is the Manager of Legal Operations for Bonnefield. In her role, Christina assists with the acquisition and execution of leases within the Bonnefield portfolio.

Previously, Christina spent eight years as a law clerk at Gowling Lafleur Henderson LLP, where she specialized in real estate acquisition and commercial finance. Prior to Gowlings, she worked as a law clerk in other high volume real estate practices.

In her spare time, Christina enjoys all things outdoors, including cross-country skiing and rowing.

Education

Bachelor of Environmental Sciences, University of Guelph

Christina Albers

Principal

Christina Albers

Christina Albers

Principal

 

Christina is the Manager of Legal Operations for Bonnefield. In her role, Christina assists with the acquisition and execution of leases within the Bonnefield portfolio.

Previously, Christina spent eight years as a law clerk at Gowling Lafleur Henderson LLP, where she specialized in real estate acquisition and commercial finance. Prior to Gowlings, she worked as a law clerk in other high volume real estate practices.

In her spare time, Christina enjoys all things outdoors, including cross-country skiing and rowing.

Education

Bachelor of Environmental Sciences, University of Guelph

Sean Chamberlain
Sean Chamberlain

Sean Chamberlain

Property Manager

 

In his role as Property Manager, Sean is responsible for the management of Bonnefield's Eastern Canadian farmland properties.

Sean grew up on a small farm outside of Stanley, New Brunswick. With the farm fostering a love of all things living, he attended the University of New Brunswick obtaining a Bachelors of Science degree in Biology. Upon graduation, he began working in an agricultural microbiology lab testing seed potatoes for provincial certification as well as assisting in research projects investigating transmission of PVY.

Sean previously worked at the Agriculture Technology start-up Resson Aerospace as their Agronomy Operations Manager. This position consisted of planning and executing numerous projects in Canada, the United States, and India regarding the building of detection algorithms for plant diseases. This role had him working with farmers from very different sectors, growing a wide variety of crops.

Education

Bachelor of Science, Biology – University of New Brunswick

Sean Chamberlain

Property Manager

Sean Chamberlain

Sean Chamberlain

Property Manager

 

In his role as Property Manager, Sean is responsible for the management of Bonnefield's Eastern Canadian farmland properties.

Sean grew up on a small farm outside of Stanley, New Brunswick. With the farm fostering a love of all things living, he attended the University of New Brunswick obtaining a Bachelors of Science degree in Biology. Upon graduation, he began working in an agricultural microbiology lab testing seed potatoes for provincial certification as well as assisting in research projects investigating transmission of PVY.

Sean previously worked at the Agriculture Technology start-up Resson Aerospace as their Agronomy Operations Manager. This position consisted of planning and executing numerous projects in Canada, the United States, and India regarding the building of detection algorithms for plant diseases. This role had him working with farmers from very different sectors, growing a wide variety of crops.

Education

Bachelor of Science, Biology – University of New Brunswick
Bhushan Chiniah
Bhushan Chiniah

Bhushan Chiniah

Sr. Principal

Bhushan is responsible for portfolio management and asset optimization activities relating to Bonnefield's farmland funds.

Previously, Bhushan was an Associate Director within the Investments team at Willis Towers Watson in Toronto and was responsible for managing the investment portfolios of their Canadian delegated/OCIO clients across multiple asset classes. Prior to this, Bhushan worked in Willis Towers Watson's Melbourne office where he provided investment consulting services to institutional clients across Australia.

                                                                                                                                                                                                        Education

Chartered Alternative Investment Analyst (CAIA)                                                                                                      Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA)                                                                                                                                          Bachelor of Commerce (Finance and Accounting) – Monash University, Australia                                          Bachelor of Economics (Econometrics and Business Statistics) – Monash University, Australia

Bhushan Chiniah

Sr. Principal

Bhushan Chiniah

Bhushan Chiniah

Sr. Principal

Bhushan is responsible for portfolio management and asset optimization activities relating to Bonnefield's farmland funds.

Previously, Bhushan was an Associate Director within the Investments team at Willis Towers Watson in Toronto and was responsible for managing the investment portfolios of their Canadian delegated/OCIO clients across multiple asset classes. Prior to this, Bhushan worked in Willis Towers Watson's Melbourne office where he provided investment consulting services to institutional clients across Australia.

                                                                                                                                                                                                        Education

Chartered Alternative Investment Analyst (CAIA)                                                                                                      Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA)                                                                                                                                          Bachelor of Commerce (Finance and Accounting) – Monash University, Australia                                          Bachelor of Economics (Econometrics and Business Statistics) – Monash University, Australia

Cameron deGooyer
Cameron deGooyer

Cameron deGooyer

Principal

 

Cameron began with Bonnefield as a summer student and has supported multiple functions throughout his time at the firm including investor relations, fundraising and investments.

In his current role, Cameron supports portfolio management with a focus on fund analytics. He also leads Bonnefield's internal valuation process across the core farmland funds.

Education

Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA)
Master of Business Administration – Dalhousie University
Bachelor of Business Administration, Finance and Economics – Saint Mary’s University

Cameron deGooyer

Principal

Cameron deGooyer

Cameron deGooyer

Principal

 

Cameron began with Bonnefield as a summer student and has supported multiple functions throughout his time at the firm including investor relations, fundraising and investments.

In his current role, Cameron supports portfolio management with a focus on fund analytics. He also leads Bonnefield's internal valuation process across the core farmland funds.

Education

Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA)
Master of Business Administration – Dalhousie University
Bachelor of Business Administration, Finance and Economics – Saint Mary’s University

Jeremy Rutke
Lee Boelsma

Sam Doyle

Partner

Sam leads Bonnefield’s Integrated Agriculture initiatives and is a member of Bonnefield’s Management Committee.

Prior to joining Bonnefield, Sam was a Vice President at AGR Partners, a food and agribusiness focused private equity manager with over USD $1 billion in assets under management. Sam was a member of the investment team responsible for the sourcing, evaluation, execution and management of investment opportunities across various agricultural sectors. Prior to that, Sam was an Analyst at Goldman Sachs and Co. in their Alternative Investments and Manager Selection division.

Education:
Bachelor of Business Administration – Acadia University

Sam
Doyle

Partner

Lee Boelsma

Sam Doyle

Partner

Sam leads Bonnefield’s Integrated Agriculture initiatives and is a member of Bonnefield’s Management Committee.

Prior to joining Bonnefield, Sam was a Vice President at AGR Partners, a food and agribusiness focused private equity manager with over USD $1 billion in assets under management. Sam was a member of the investment team responsible for the sourcing, evaluation, execution and management of investment opportunities across various agricultural sectors. Prior to that, Sam was an Analyst at Goldman Sachs and Co. in their Alternative Investments and Manager Selection division.

Education:
Bachelor of Business Administration – Acadia University

Joey Placeholder
Joey Placeholder

Shawn Francis

Property Manager

In his role as Property Manager, Shawn is responsible for activities in Bonnefield's Western Canadian farmland portfolio.

Shawn has a passion for Sustainable Agriculture, having spent much of his youth working on his family’s vegetable farm in Dominica, and being involved in biodiversity and taxonomic research at the Smithsonian Institution in Washington DC. He has since pursued knowledge in the agricultural industry internationally and locally, earning his Associates Degree in General Agronomy at the Dominican State College, followed by his Bachelors in Agricultural Business and Economics at Dalhousie University.

Previously, Shawn worked as the lead agronomic advisor at Kenna with BASF, which consisted of planning and implementing tailor-made farming solutions for eastern and western Canadian farmers. Shawn brings an abundance of knowledge, charisma and experience to this role.

Education

Permaculture certificate - Wasmaki Eco Systems (Trinidad & Tobago)
Associates Degree, General Agronomy- Dominica State College
Bachelor of Science, Agricultural Business-Dalhousie University

Shawn Francis

Property Manager

Joey Placeholder

Shawn Francis

Property Manager

In his role as Property Manager, Shawn is responsible for activities in Bonnefield's Western Canadian farmland portfolio.

Shawn has a passion for Sustainable Agriculture, having spent much of his youth working on his family’s vegetable farm in Dominica, and being involved in biodiversity and taxonomic research at the Smithsonian Institution in Washington DC. He has since pursued knowledge in the agricultural industry internationally and locally, earning his Associates Degree in General Agronomy at the Dominican State College, followed by his Bachelors in Agricultural Business and Economics at Dalhousie University.

Previously, Shawn worked as the lead agronomic advisor at Kenna with BASF, which consisted of planning and implementing tailor-made farming solutions for eastern and western Canadian farmers. Shawn brings an abundance of knowledge, charisma and experience to this role.

Education

Permaculture certificate - Wasmaki Eco Systems (Trinidad & Tobago)
Associates Degree, General Agronomy- Dominica State College
Bachelor of Science, Agricultural Business-Dalhousie University

Jaime Gentles
Jaime Gentles

Jaime Gentles

Sr. Principal

Jaime is responsible for underwriting and deal execution for Bonnefield's farmland funds. 

Having grown up on a banana and coffee farm in Jamaica, Jaime is very familiar with agriculture and the food industry.  Prior to joining Bonnefield, Jaime gained experience in financial investment as an analyst for the institutional sales team at CI Investments. 

Education                                                                                                                                                                                       CFA Charterholder                                                                                                                                                          Bachelor of Business Management – University of Tampa

Jaime Gentles

Sr. Principal

Jaime Gentles

Jaime Gentles

Sr. Principal

Jaime is responsible for underwriting and deal execution for Bonnefield's farmland funds. 

Having grown up on a banana and coffee farm in Jamaica, Jaime is very familiar with agriculture and the food industry.  Prior to joining Bonnefield, Jaime gained experience in financial investment as an analyst for the institutional sales team at CI Investments. 

Education                                                                                                                                                                                       CFA Charterholder                                                                                                                                                          Bachelor of Business Management – University of Tampa

Wally Johnston
Wally Johnston

Wally Johnston

Partner

 

As a founding member of Bonnefield, Wally has supported the development of the firm's offering to the agricultural community. He continues to actively foster relationships with agricultural operators and farmers across the country and is a member of Bonnefield's Investment Committee.

Wally’s passion for farming and his understanding of farm operators – their challenges, opportunities and sensibilities – comes directly from experience. He was raised on a farm in Carp, Ontario, which he subsequently purchased in 2000, and continued to operate as a cash crop and cow/calf beef business until 2007.

Prior to Bonnefield, Wally spent several years in construction and engineering, as well as real estate. He is a licensed real estate broker and previously built and managed a  30-person real estate office.

 

Board Memberships
The Carp Agricultural Society – President 2000
Huntley Community Association – President 1987
 
Education
Ontario Real Estate Association Sales Representative License
Ontario Real Estate Association Broker License

Wally Johnston

Partner

Wally Johnston

Wally Johnston

Partner

 

As a founding member of Bonnefield, Wally has supported the development of the firm's offering to the agricultural community. He continues to actively foster relationships with agricultural operators and farmers across the country and is a member of Bonnefield's Investment Committee.

Wally’s passion for farming and his understanding of farm operators – their challenges, opportunities and sensibilities – comes directly from experience. He was raised on a farm in Carp, Ontario, which he subsequently purchased in 2000, and continued to operate as a cash crop and cow/calf beef business until 2007.

Prior to Bonnefield, Wally spent several years in construction and engineering, as well as real estate. He is a licensed real estate broker and previously built and managed a  30-person real estate office.

 

Board Memberships
The Carp Agricultural Society – President 2000
Huntley Community Association – President 1987
 
Education
Ontario Real Estate Association Sales Representative License
Ontario Real Estate Association Broker License
Mitchell King
Mitchell King

Mitchell King

Principal

 

In his role as an Associate on the Investment Management team, Mitchell is responsible for broker relations and managing the investment pipeline.

Mitchell has a passion for agriculture, having been raised on a cash crop farm outside of Uxbridge, Ontario, leading him to pursue an educational path focused on the industry. Mitchell completed an undergraduate degree in Agriculture Business and a Masters degree in Agricultural Economics at the University of Guelph. He has worked as an Oilseed Trader with Bunge Canada and has worked as a Research Assistant at the University of Guelph. 

Education

CFA Level II Candidate
Bachelor of Commerce (Co-op), Food and Agriculture Business, University of Guelph
Master of Science, Food Agriculture and Resource Economics, University of Guelph

Mitchell King

Principal

Mitchell King

Mitchell King

Principal

 

In his role as an Associate on the Investment Management team, Mitchell is responsible for broker relations and managing the investment pipeline.

Mitchell has a passion for agriculture, having been raised on a cash crop farm outside of Uxbridge, Ontario, leading him to pursue an educational path focused on the industry. Mitchell completed an undergraduate degree in Agriculture Business and a Masters degree in Agricultural Economics at the University of Guelph. He has worked as an Oilseed Trader with Bunge Canada and has worked as a Research Assistant at the University of Guelph. 

Education

CFA Level II Candidate
Bachelor of Commerce (Co-op), Food and Agriculture Business, University of Guelph
Master of Science, Food Agriculture and Resource Economics, University of Guelph

Marin MacNamara
Marin MacNamara

Marin MacNamara

Principal

Marin leads the Property Management group at Bonnefield, overseeing farmland management activities relating to Bonnefield's core farmland funds.

Previously, Marin has worked in the agricultural industry in New Zealand, Western Canada, and the United States, chiefly in crop research and agronomy. Marin was raised on a farm in Dufferin County, Ontario and now operates a cash crop and livestock farm with her husband.

Education
Master of Commerce, Agricultural Management, Lincoln University
Bachelor of Commerce, Agricultural Business, University of Guelph

Marin MacNamara

Principal

Marin MacNamara

Marin MacNamara

Principal

Marin leads the Property Management group at Bonnefield, overseeing farmland management activities relating to Bonnefield's core farmland funds.

Previously, Marin has worked in the agricultural industry in New Zealand, Western Canada, and the United States, chiefly in crop research and agronomy. Marin was raised on a farm in Dufferin County, Ontario and now operates a cash crop and livestock farm with her husband.

Education
Master of Commerce, Agricultural Management, Lincoln University
Bachelor of Commerce, Agricultural Business, University of Guelph

Jeff McAllister
Jeff McAllister

Jeff McAllister

Partner

 

Jeff oversees Bonnefield's Core farmland funds and leads our Controlled Environment Agriculture initiatives. Jeff is no stranger to the farming business, having spent much of his youth and summers working on his family’s farm on Manitoulin Island.

Previously, Jeff worked in the Banking and Capital Markets group at Ernst & Young, where he obtained his CPA, CA designation. There, he provided audit and advisory work to complex financial institutions including banks, funds and private equity clients.

Education                                                                                                                                                                                       CFA Charterholder                                                                                                                                                                    CPA, CA – Ernst & Young LLP                                                                                                                                        Honours Business Administration Degree, Richard Ivey School of Business, University of Western  Ontario                                                                                                                                                                                   Bachelor of Science (Honours – Chemistry) University of Western Ontario

Jeff McAllister

Partner

Jeff McAllister

Jeff McAllister

Partner

 

Jeff oversees Bonnefield's Core farmland funds and leads our Controlled Environment Agriculture initiatives. Jeff is no stranger to the farming business, having spent much of his youth and summers working on his family’s farm on Manitoulin Island.

Previously, Jeff worked in the Banking and Capital Markets group at Ernst & Young, where he obtained his CPA, CA designation. There, he provided audit and advisory work to complex financial institutions including banks, funds and private equity clients.

Education                                                                                                                                                                                       CFA Charterholder                                                                                                                                                                    CPA, CA – Ernst & Young LLP                                                                                                                                        Honours Business Administration Degree, Richard Ivey School of Business, University of Western  Ontario                                                                                                                                                                                   Bachelor of Science (Honours – Chemistry) University of Western Ontario

Linda Richters
Linda Richters

Linda Richters

Legal Administrator


In her role, Linda supports with the new lease, lease renewal and disposition process for properties in Bonnefield's farmland funds.

Linda has over thirty years of real estate experience from various law firms, municipal and federal government agencies.  Prior to joining Bonnefield, Linda spent six years as a leasing assistant at the Ottawa International Airport Authority.

Education

Law Clerk Program, Algonquin College                                                                                                                                    Legal Secretarial Program, Mohawk College

Linda Richters

Legal Administrator

Linda Richters

Linda Richters

Legal Administrator


In her role, Linda supports with the new lease, lease renewal and disposition process for properties in Bonnefield's farmland funds.

Linda has over thirty years of real estate experience from various law firms, municipal and federal government agencies.  Prior to joining Bonnefield, Linda spent six years as a leasing assistant at the Ottawa International Airport Authority.

Education

Law Clerk Program, Algonquin College                                                                                                                                    Legal Secretarial Program, Mohawk College

Jaime Gentles
Jaime Gentles

Jaime Gentles

Sr. Principal

Jaime is responsible for underwriting and deal execution for Bonnefield's farmland funds. 

Having grown up on a banana and coffee farm in Jamaica, Jaime is very familiar with agriculture and the food industry.  Prior to joining Bonnefield, Jaime gained experience in financial investment as an analyst for the institutional sales team at CI Investments. 

Education                                                                                                                                                                                       CFA Charterholder                                                                                                                                                          Bachelor of Business Management – University of Tampa

Jaime Gentles

Sr. Principal

Jaime Gentles

Jaime Gentles

Sr. Principal

Jaime is responsible for underwriting and deal execution for Bonnefield's farmland funds. 

Having grown up on a banana and coffee farm in Jamaica, Jaime is very familiar with agriculture and the food industry.  Prior to joining Bonnefield, Jaime gained experience in financial investment as an analyst for the institutional sales team at CI Investments. 

Education                                                                                                                                                                                       CFA Charterholder                                                                                                                                                          Bachelor of Business Management – University of Tampa

Wally Johnston
Wally Johnston

Wally Johnston

Partner

 

As a founding member of Bonnefield, Wally has supported the development of the firm's offering to the agricultural community. He continues to actively foster relationships with agricultural operators and farmers across the country and is a member of Bonnefield's Investment Committee.

Wally’s passion for farming and his understanding of farm operators – their challenges, opportunities and sensibilities – comes directly from experience. He was raised on a farm in Carp, Ontario, which he subsequently purchased in 2000, and continued to operate as a cash crop and cow/calf beef business until 2007.

Prior to Bonnefield, Wally spent several years in construction and engineering, as well as real estate. He is a licensed real estate broker and previously built and managed a  30-person real estate office.

 

Board Memberships
The Carp Agricultural Society – President 2000
Huntley Community Association – President 1987
 
Education
Ontario Real Estate Association Sales Representative License
Ontario Real Estate Association Broker License

Wally Johnston

Partner

Wally Johnston

Wally Johnston

Partner

 

As a founding member of Bonnefield, Wally has supported the development of the firm's offering to the agricultural community. He continues to actively foster relationships with agricultural operators and farmers across the country and is a member of Bonnefield's Investment Committee.

Wally’s passion for farming and his understanding of farm operators – their challenges, opportunities and sensibilities – comes directly from experience. He was raised on a farm in Carp, Ontario, which he subsequently purchased in 2000, and continued to operate as a cash crop and cow/calf beef business until 2007.

Prior to Bonnefield, Wally spent several years in construction and engineering, as well as real estate. He is a licensed real estate broker and previously built and managed a  30-person real estate office.

 

Board Memberships
The Carp Agricultural Society – President 2000
Huntley Community Association – President 1987
 
Education
Ontario Real Estate Association Sales Representative License
Ontario Real Estate Association Broker License
Mitchell King
Mitchell King

Mitchell King

Principal

 

In his role as an Associate on the Investment Management team, Mitchell is responsible for broker relations and managing the investment pipeline.

Mitchell has a passion for agriculture, having been raised on a cash crop farm outside of Uxbridge, Ontario, leading him to pursue an educational path focused on the industry. Mitchell completed an undergraduate degree in Agriculture Business and a Masters degree in Agricultural Economics at the University of Guelph. He has worked as an Oilseed Trader with Bunge Canada and has worked as a Research Assistant at the University of Guelph. 

Education

CFA Level II Candidate
Bachelor of Commerce (Co-op), Food and Agriculture Business, University of Guelph
Master of Science, Food Agriculture and Resource Economics, University of Guelph

Mitchell King

Associate

Mitchell King

Mitchell King

Principal

 

In his role as an Associate on the Investment Management team, Mitchell is responsible for broker relations and managing the investment pipeline.

Mitchell has a passion for agriculture, having been raised on a cash crop farm outside of Uxbridge, Ontario, leading him to pursue an educational path focused on the industry. Mitchell completed an undergraduate degree in Agriculture Business and a Masters degree in Agricultural Economics at the University of Guelph. He has worked as an Oilseed Trader with Bunge Canada and has worked as a Research Assistant at the University of Guelph. 

Education

CFA Level II Candidate
Bachelor of Commerce (Co-op), Food and Agriculture Business, University of Guelph
Master of Science, Food Agriculture and Resource Economics, University of Guelph

Marin MacNamara
Marin MacNamara

Marin MacNamara

Principal

Marin leads the Property Management group at Bonnefield, overseeing farmland management activities relating to Bonnefield's core farmland funds.

Previously, Marin has worked in the agricultural industry in New Zealand, Western Canada, and the United States, chiefly in crop research and agronomy. Marin was raised on a farm in Dufferin County, Ontario and now operates a cash crop and livestock farm with her husband.

Education
Master of Commerce, Agricultural Management, Lincoln University
Bachelor of Commerce, Agricultural Business, University of Guelph

Marin MacNamara

Principal

Marin MacNamara

Marin MacNamara

Principal

Marin leads the Property Management group at Bonnefield, overseeing farmland management activities relating to Bonnefield's core farmland funds.

Previously, Marin has worked in the agricultural industry in New Zealand, Western Canada, and the United States, chiefly in crop research and agronomy. Marin was raised on a farm in Dufferin County, Ontario and now operates a cash crop and livestock farm with her husband.

Education
Master of Commerce, Agricultural Management, Lincoln University
Bachelor of Commerce, Agricultural Business, University of Guelph

Jeff McAllister
Jeff McAllister

Jeff McAllister

Partner

 

Jeff oversees Bonnefield's Core farmland funds and leads our Controlled Environment Agriculture initiatives. Jeff is no stranger to the farming business, having spent much of his youth and summers working on his family’s farm on Manitoulin Island.

Previously, Jeff worked in the Banking and Capital Markets group at Ernst & Young, where he obtained his CPA, CA designation. There, he provided audit and advisory work to complex financial institutions including banks, funds and private equity clients.

Education                                                                                                                                                                                       CFA Charterholder                                                                                                                                                                    CPA, CA – Ernst & Young LLP                                                                                                                                        Honours Business Administration Degree, Richard Ivey School of Business, University of Western  Ontario                                                                                                                                                                                   Bachelor of Science (Honours – Chemistry) University of Western Ontario

Jeff McAllister

Partner

Jeff McAllister

Jeff McAllister

Partner

 

Jeff oversees Bonnefield's Core farmland funds and leads our Controlled Environment Agriculture initiatives. Jeff is no stranger to the farming business, having spent much of his youth and summers working on his family’s farm on Manitoulin Island.

Previously, Jeff worked in the Banking and Capital Markets group at Ernst & Young, where he obtained his CPA, CA designation. There, he provided audit and advisory work to complex financial institutions including banks, funds and private equity clients.

Education                                                                                                                                                                                       CFA Charterholder                                                                                                                                                                    CPA, CA – Ernst & Young LLP                                                                                                                                        Honours Business Administration Degree, Richard Ivey School of Business, University of Western  Ontario                                                                                                                                                                                   Bachelor of Science (Honours – Chemistry) University of Western Ontario

Linda Richters
Linda Richters

Linda Richters

Legal Administrator


In her role, Linda supports with the new lease, lease renewal and disposition process for properties in Bonnefield's farmland funds.

Linda has over thirty years of real estate experience from various law firms, municipal and federal government agencies.  Prior to joining Bonnefield, Linda spent six years as a leasing assistant at the Ottawa International Airport Authority.

Education

Law Clerk Program, Algonquin College                                                                                                                                    Legal Secretarial Program, Mohawk College

Linda Richters

Legal Administrator

Linda Richters

Linda Richters

Legal Administrator


In her role, Linda supports with the new lease, lease renewal and disposition process for properties in Bonnefield's farmland funds.

Linda has over thirty years of real estate experience from various law firms, municipal and federal government agencies.  Prior to joining Bonnefield, Linda spent six years as a leasing assistant at the Ottawa International Airport Authority.

Education

Law Clerk Program, Algonquin College                                                                                                                                    Legal Secretarial Program, Mohawk College

Linda Richters
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Alayna Schmidt

Property Manager

In her role as Property Manager, Alayna is responsible for activities in Bonnefield’s Western Canadian Farmland Portfolio.  Alayna grew up on a small grain farm outside of Tofield, Alberta. With a passion for agriculture and desire to have a hands-on learning experience, she attended Lakeland College to complete her Crop Technology diploma, where she was the General Manager of the Student Managed Farm. She then continued on to obtain her Bachelor of Management business degree through Athabasca University. Prior to joining Bonnefield, Alayna worked for BASF in the northern Alberta Peace River region as a Business Representative.

Alayna Schmidt

Property Manager

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Alayna Schmidt

Property Manager

In her role as Property Manager, Alayna is responsible for activities in Bonnefield’s Western Canadian Farmland Portfolio.  Alayna grew up on a small grain farm outside of Tofield, Alberta. With a passion for agriculture and desire to have a hands-on learning experience, she attended Lakeland College to complete her Crop Technology diploma, where she was the General Manager of the Student Managed Farm. She then continued on to obtain her Bachelor of Management business degree through Athabasca University. Prior to joining Bonnefield, Alayna worked for BASF in the northern Alberta Peace River region as a Business Representative.

Capital Markets

Lauren Michell
Lee Boelsma

Chelsea Carter

Principal
Chelsea is a member of the Capital Markets team at Bonnefield, supporting the firm’s investor relations and fundraising activities. Prior to joining Bonnefield, Chelsea was Senior Associate of Investor Relations at Fengate Asset Management, a Toronto-based alternative investment management firm, where she was responsible for supporting relationships with existing and prospective investors and managing key business development initiatives across the firm. Previously, Chelsea was Director of Investor Relations at DRI Capital managing the firm’s investor relations function, and spent several years at Scotia Wealth Management providing investment advice and overall portfolio strategy to advisors.
Education
Chartered Financial Analyst (“CFA”)
Bachelor of Science in Economics, Trinity College

Chelsea Carter

Principal

Lee Boelsma

Chelsea Carter

Principal
Chelsea is a member of the Capital Markets team at Bonnefield, supporting the firm’s investor relations and fundraising activities. Prior to joining Bonnefield, Chelsea was Senior Associate of Investor Relations at Fengate Asset Management, a Toronto-based alternative investment management firm, where she was responsible for supporting relationships with existing and prospective investors and managing key business development initiatives across the firm. Previously, Chelsea was Director of Investor Relations at DRI Capital managing the firm’s investor relations function, and spent several years at Scotia Wealth Management providing investment advice and overall portfolio strategy to advisors.
Education
Chartered Financial Analyst (“CFA”)
Bachelor of Science in Economics, Trinity College
Joey Placeholder

Emilia Cooper

Analyst

christian Eisenhauer
christian Eisenhauer

Christian Eisenhauer

Associate

 

In his role, Christian supports Bonnefield's investment and capital markets activities with a focus on sustainability and ESG. 

Prior to joining Bonnefield, Christian received a Master of Management degree from the Schulich School of Business and worked as a materials engineer.

Education

Master of Management, Schulich School of Business                                                                                      Bachelor of Materials Engineering, Dalhousie University

Christian Eisenhauer

Associate

christian Eisenhauer

Christian Eisenhauer

Associate

 

In his role, Christian supports Bonnefield's investment and capital markets activities with a focus on sustainability and ESG. 

Prior to joining Bonnefield, Christian received a Master of Management degree from the Schulich School of Business and worked as a materials engineer.

Education

Master of Management, Schulich School of Business                                                                                      Bachelor of Materials Engineering, Dalhousie University

Andrea Gruza
Andrea Gruza

Andrea Gruza

Managing Partner

 

Andrea leads the Capital Markets team at Bonnefield with responsibility for investor relations and fundraising across all Bonnefield products. Additionally, Andrea has responsibility for Bonnefield's sustainability and ESG activities and new product development, and is a member of Bonnefield's Investment Committee.

Andrea is a former investment banker with experience in mergers and acquisitions across multiple industry groups including agriculture, mining and financial institutions. Prior to investment banking, Andrea worked for Risk Management Solutions, the global leader in catastrophe risk modelling where she advised U.K., E.U., and Asian clients in the insurance and reinsurance industries.

Education

MBA, The University of Chicago Booth School of Business
Msc. International Political Economy, The London School of Economics
Bachelor of Public Affairs and Policy Management, Carleton University

Andrea Gruza

Managing Partner

Andrea Gruza

Andrea Gruza

Managing Partner

 

Andrea leads the Capital Markets team at Bonnefield with responsibility for investor relations and fundraising across all Bonnefield products. Additionally, Andrea has responsibility for Bonnefield's sustainability and ESG activities and new product development, and is a member of Bonnefield's Investment Committee.

Andrea is a former investment banker with experience in mergers and acquisitions across multiple industry groups including agriculture, mining and financial institutions. Prior to investment banking, Andrea worked for Risk Management Solutions, the global leader in catastrophe risk modelling where she advised U.K., E.U., and Asian clients in the insurance and reinsurance industries.

Education

MBA, The University of Chicago Booth School of Business
Msc. International Political Economy, The London School of Economics
Bachelor of Public Affairs and Policy Management, Carleton University
Lauren Michell
Lee Boelsma

Chelsea Carter

Principal
Chelsea is a member of the Capital Markets team at Bonnefield, supporting the firm’s investor relations and fundraising activities. Prior to joining Bonnefield, Chelsea was Senior Associate of Investor Relations at Fengate Asset Management, a Toronto-based alternative investment management firm, where she was responsible for supporting relationships with existing and prospective investors and managing key business development initiatives across the firm. Previously, Chelsea was Director of Investor Relations at DRI Capital managing the firm’s investor relations function, and spent several years at Scotia Wealth Management providing investment advice and overall portfolio strategy to advisors.
Education
Chartered Financial Analyst (“CFA”)
Bachelor of Science in Economics, Trinity College

Chelsea Carter

Principal

Lee Boelsma

Chelsea Carter

Principal
Chelsea is a member of the Capital Markets team at Bonnefield, supporting the firm’s investor relations and fundraising activities. Prior to joining Bonnefield, Chelsea was Senior Associate of Investor Relations at Fengate Asset Management, a Toronto-based alternative investment management firm, where she was responsible for supporting relationships with existing and prospective investors and managing key business development initiatives across the firm. Previously, Chelsea was Director of Investor Relations at DRI Capital managing the firm’s investor relations function, and spent several years at Scotia Wealth Management providing investment advice and overall portfolio strategy to advisors.
Education
Chartered Financial Analyst (“CFA”)
Bachelor of Science in Economics, Trinity College
Joey Placeholder

Emilia Cooper

Analyst

christian Eisenhauer
christian Eisenhauer

Christian Eisenhauer

Associate

 

In his role, Christian supports Bonnefield's investment and capital markets activities with a focus on sustainability and ESG. 

Prior to joining Bonnefield, Christian received a Master of Management degree from the Schulich School of Business and worked as a materials engineer.

Education

Master of Management, Schulich School of Business                                                                                      Bachelor of Materials Engineering, Dalhousie University

Christian Eisenhauer

Associate

christian Eisenhauer

Christian Eisenhauer

Associate

 

In his role, Christian supports Bonnefield's investment and capital markets activities with a focus on sustainability and ESG. 

Prior to joining Bonnefield, Christian received a Master of Management degree from the Schulich School of Business and worked as a materials engineer.

Education

Master of Management, Schulich School of Business                                                                                      Bachelor of Materials Engineering, Dalhousie University

Andrea Gruza
Andrea Gruza

Andrea Gruza

Managing Partner

 

Andrea leads the Capital Markets team at Bonnefield with responsibility for investor relations and fundraising across all Bonnefield products. Additionally, Andrea has responsibility for Bonnefield's sustainability and ESG activities and new product development, and is a member of Bonnefield's Investment Committee.

Andrea is a former investment banker with experience in mergers and acquisitions across multiple industry groups including agriculture, mining and financial institutions. Prior to investment banking, Andrea worked for Risk Management Solutions, the global leader in catastrophe risk modelling where she advised U.K., E.U., and Asian clients in the insurance and reinsurance industries.

Education

MBA, The University of Chicago Booth School of Business
Msc. International Political Economy, The London School of Economics
Bachelor of Public Affairs and Policy Management, Carleton University

Andrea Gruza

Managing Partner

Andrea Gruza

Andrea Gruza

Managing Partner

 

Andrea leads the Capital Markets team at Bonnefield with responsibility for investor relations and fundraising across all Bonnefield products. Additionally, Andrea has responsibility for Bonnefield's sustainability and ESG activities and new product development, and is a member of Bonnefield's Investment Committee.

Andrea is a former investment banker with experience in mergers and acquisitions across multiple industry groups including agriculture, mining and financial institutions. Prior to investment banking, Andrea worked for Risk Management Solutions, the global leader in catastrophe risk modelling where she advised U.K., E.U., and Asian clients in the insurance and reinsurance industries.

Education

MBA, The University of Chicago Booth School of Business
Msc. International Political Economy, The London School of Economics
Bachelor of Public Affairs and Policy Management, Carleton University

Finance and Operations

Lee Boelsma
Lee Boelsma

Lee Boelsma

Manager

Lee is responsible for managing Bonnefield's IT infrastructure and technological growth. With more than 10 years experience in IT, Lee is driven towards developing strategies to boost overall internal productivity across all major IT and data platforms. 
                                                                                                                                                                                                Previously, Lee worked as an IT Systems Analyst at Colonnade Investments where his main focus was developing internal IT tools and supporting their Data Platform. Prior to this, Lee was the IT Systems Administrator for the Ottawa-born eco-friendly department store, terra20, where he built and managed the organization's IT infrastructure and data platform from the ground up since the store's inception in 2012. 

Lee Boelsma

Manager

Lee Boelsma

Lee Boelsma

Manager

Lee is responsible for managing Bonnefield's IT infrastructure and technological growth. With more than 10 years experience in IT, Lee is driven towards developing strategies to boost overall internal productivity across all major IT and data platforms. 
                                                                                                                                                                                                Previously, Lee worked as an IT Systems Analyst at Colonnade Investments where his main focus was developing internal IT tools and supporting their Data Platform. Prior to this, Lee was the IT Systems Administrator for the Ottawa-born eco-friendly department store, terra20, where he built and managed the organization's IT infrastructure and data platform from the ground up since the store's inception in 2012. 
Lindsay Yuen
Lee Boelsma

Verone Braganza

Fund Accountant

 

Prior to joining Bonnefield, Verone was a property administrator at BentallGreenOak with a focus of providing administration support to various commercial and retail properties, as well as performing a range of accounting functions. He has also worked in varied accounting roles in the Middle East, India and Canada.  Verone holds a master’s in professional accounting from Macquarie University and also completed his CPA Australia designation.

Verone Braganza

Fund Accountant

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Verone Braganza

Fund Accountant

 

Prior to joining Bonnefield, Verone was a property administrator at BentallGreenOak with a focus of providing administration support to various commercial and retail properties, as well as performing a range of accounting functions. He has also worked in varied accounting roles in the Middle East, India and Canada.  Verone holds a master’s in professional accounting from Macquarie University and also completed his CPA Australia designation.
Sabrina Chamberland
Sabrina Chamberland

Sabrina Chamberland

Intermediate Accountant

In her role, Sabrina supports the core accounting functions for Bonnefield’s operating companies and funds.

Prior to joining Bonnefield, Sabrina worked as an Accounting Clerk in the legal industry. In addition to completing a Bachelor of Fine Arts at the University of Ottawa, Sabrina is currently studying Business Accounting at Algonquin College.

Education

Current CPA Student                                                                                                                                                                  Bachelor of Fine Arts – University of Ottawa

Sabrina Chamberland

Intermediate Accountant

Sabrina Chamberland

Sabrina Chamberland

Intermediate Accountant

In her role, Sabrina supports the core accounting functions for Bonnefield’s operating companies and funds.

Prior to joining Bonnefield, Sabrina worked as an Accounting Clerk in the legal industry. In addition to completing a Bachelor of Fine Arts at the University of Ottawa, Sabrina is currently studying Business Accounting at Algonquin College.

Education

Current CPA Student                                                                                                                                                                  Bachelor of Fine Arts – University of Ottawa

Richard D’Archivio

Richard D’Archivio

Managing Partner, Chief Financial Officer

 

Richard has responsibility and oversight for finance, compliance, human resources and information technology at Bonnefield. He is also a member of Bonnefield's Investment Committee. Richard has nearly 25 years of experience in the financial services industry with emphasis in investment and wealth management.

Prior to joining Bonnefield, Richard was CFO at a leading distributor and investment fund manager of education savings solutions with over $5 billion in assets under management. Prior to that Richard was CFO of one of Canada’s largest and fastest-growing independent investment fund managers with over $13 billion in assets under management at the time. Richard also has over eight years of public accounting experience with Deloitte LLP in the assurance and business advisory practice where he provided audit and consulting services.

Education

CFA Charterholder
Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA,CA)
Bachelor of Business Administration – Schulich School of Business, York University

Richard D’Archivio

Managing Partner, CFO

Richard D’Archivio

Richard D’Archivio

Managing Partner, Chief Financial Officer

 

Richard has responsibility and oversight for finance, compliance, human resources and information technology at Bonnefield. He is also a member of Bonnefield's Investment Committee. Richard has nearly 25 years of experience in the financial services industry with emphasis in investment and wealth management.

Prior to joining Bonnefield, Richard was CFO at a leading distributor and investment fund manager of education savings solutions with over $5 billion in assets under management. Prior to that Richard was CFO of one of Canada’s largest and fastest-growing independent investment fund managers with over $13 billion in assets under management at the time. Richard also has over eight years of public accounting experience with Deloitte LLP in the assurance and business advisory practice where he provided audit and consulting services.

Education

CFA Charterholder
Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA,CA)
Bachelor of Business Administration – Schulich School of Business, York University
Jaco Jordaan
Jaco Jordaan

Jaco Jordaan

Sr. Fund Accountant

Jaco is a Senior Fund Accountant for Bonnefield. In his role, he supports the core fund and property accounting functions of Bonnefield's investment funds.

Jaco comes to Bonnefield with years of accounting experience across a range of multi-national companies including BASF, Flowserve and Givaudan.

Education

Bachelor of Commerce - Financial Management Honours – University of Johannesburg
Bachelor of Commerce - Commerce in Finance – University of Johannesburg

Jaco Jordaan

Sr. Fund Accountant

Jaco Jordaan

Jaco Jordaan

Sr. Fund Accountant

Jaco is a Senior Fund Accountant for Bonnefield. In his role, he supports the core fund and property accounting functions of Bonnefield's investment funds.

Jaco comes to Bonnefield with years of accounting experience across a range of multi-national companies including BASF, Flowserve and Givaudan.

Education

Bachelor of Commerce - Financial Management Honours – University of Johannesburg
Bachelor of Commerce - Commerce in Finance – University of Johannesburg

Thanyan Kugakumaran
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Matthew Kim

Principal

 

Prior to joining Bonnefield, Matthew spent six years in fund accounting, working with private equity and real estate clients at Harmonic Fund Services and at Citco. Matthew started his career with PwC's assurance group in Bermuda, where he obtained his CPA, CA designation.

Education
Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA, CA)
CFA Charterholder
Master of Accounting - University of Waterloo

Matthew Kim

Principal

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Matthew Kim

Principal

 

Prior to joining Bonnefield, Matthew spent six years in fund accounting, working with private equity and real estate clients at Harmonic Fund Services and at Citco. Matthew started his career with PwC's assurance group in Bermuda, where he obtained his CPA, CA designation.

Education
Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA, CA)
CFA Charterholder
Master of Accounting - University of Waterloo

Lee Boelsma
Lee Boelsma

Lee Boelsma

Manager

Lee is responsible for managing Bonnefield's IT infrastructure and technological growth. With more than 10 years experience in IT, Lee is driven towards developing strategies to boost overall internal productivity across all major IT and data platforms. 
                                                                                                                                                                                                Previously, Lee worked as an IT Systems Analyst at Colonnade Investments where his main focus was developing internal IT tools and supporting their Data Platform. Prior to this, Lee was the IT Systems Administrator for the Ottawa-born eco-friendly department store, terra20, where he built and managed the organization's IT infrastructure and data platform from the ground up since the store's inception in 2012. 

Lee Boelsma

Manager

Lee Boelsma

Lee Boelsma

Manager

Lee is responsible for managing Bonnefield's IT infrastructure and technological growth. With more than 10 years experience in IT, Lee is driven towards developing strategies to boost overall internal productivity across all major IT and data platforms. 
                                                                                                                                                                                                Previously, Lee worked as an IT Systems Analyst at Colonnade Investments where his main focus was developing internal IT tools and supporting their Data Platform. Prior to this, Lee was the IT Systems Administrator for the Ottawa-born eco-friendly department store, terra20, where he built and managed the organization's IT infrastructure and data platform from the ground up since the store's inception in 2012. 
Lindsay Yuen
Lee Boelsma

Verone Braganza

Fund Accountant

 

Prior to joining Bonnefield, Verone was a property administrator at BentallGreenOak with a focus of providing administration support to various commercial and retail properties, as well as performing a range of accounting functions. He has also worked in varied accounting roles in the Middle East, India and Canada.  Verone holds a master’s in professional accounting from Macquarie University and also completed his CPA Australia designation.

Verone Braganza

Fund Accountant

Lee Boelsma

Verone Braganza

Fund Accountant

 

Prior to joining Bonnefield, Verone was a property administrator at BentallGreenOak with a focus of providing administration support to various commercial and retail properties, as well as performing a range of accounting functions. He has also worked in varied accounting roles in the Middle East, India and Canada.  Verone holds a master’s in professional accounting from Macquarie University and also completed his CPA Australia designation.
Sabrina Chamberland
Sabrina Chamberland

Sabrina Chamberland

Intermediate Accountant

In her role, Sabrina supports the core accounting functions for Bonnefield’s operating companies and funds.

Prior to joining Bonnefield, Sabrina worked as an Accounting Clerk in the legal industry. In addition to completing a Bachelor of Fine Arts at the University of Ottawa, Sabrina is currently studying Business Accounting at Algonquin College.

Education

Current CPA Student                                                                                                                                                                  Bachelor of Fine Arts – University of Ottawa

Sabrina Chamberland

Intermediate Accountant

Sabrina Chamberland

Sabrina Chamberland

Intermediate Accountant

In her role, Sabrina supports the core accounting functions for Bonnefield’s operating companies and funds.

Prior to joining Bonnefield, Sabrina worked as an Accounting Clerk in the legal industry. In addition to completing a Bachelor of Fine Arts at the University of Ottawa, Sabrina is currently studying Business Accounting at Algonquin College.

Education

Current CPA Student                                                                                                                                                                  Bachelor of Fine Arts – University of Ottawa

Richard D’Archivio

Richard D’Archivio

Managing Partner, Chief Financial Officer

 

Richard has responsibility and oversight for finance, compliance, human resources and information technology at Bonnefield. He is also a member of Bonnefield's Investment Committee. Richard has nearly 25 years of experience in the financial services industry with emphasis in investment and wealth management.

Prior to joining Bonnefield, Richard was CFO at a leading distributor and investment fund manager of education savings solutions with over $5 billion in assets under management. Prior to that Richard was CFO of one of Canada’s largest and fastest-growing independent investment fund managers with over $13 billion in assets under management at the time. Richard also has over eight years of public accounting experience with Deloitte LLP in the assurance and business advisory practice where he provided audit and consulting services.

Education

CFA Charterholder
Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA,CA)
Bachelor of Business Administration – Schulich School of Business, York University

Richard D’Archivio

Managing Partner, CFO

Richard D’Archivio

Richard D’Archivio

Managing Partner, Chief Financial Officer

 

Richard has responsibility and oversight for finance, compliance, human resources and information technology at Bonnefield. He is also a member of Bonnefield's Investment Committee. Richard has nearly 25 years of experience in the financial services industry with emphasis in investment and wealth management.

Prior to joining Bonnefield, Richard was CFO at a leading distributor and investment fund manager of education savings solutions with over $5 billion in assets under management. Prior to that Richard was CFO of one of Canada’s largest and fastest-growing independent investment fund managers with over $13 billion in assets under management at the time. Richard also has over eight years of public accounting experience with Deloitte LLP in the assurance and business advisory practice where he provided audit and consulting services.

Education

CFA Charterholder
Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA,CA)
Bachelor of Business Administration – Schulich School of Business, York University
Jaco Jordaan
Jaco Jordaan

Jaco Jordaan

Sr. Fund Accountant

Jaco is a Senior Fund Accountant for Bonnefield. In his role, he supports the core fund and property accounting functions of Bonnefield's investment funds.

Jaco comes to Bonnefield with years of accounting experience across a range of multi-national companies including BASF, Flowserve and Givaudan.

Education

Bachelor of Commerce - Financial Management Honours – University of Johannesburg
Bachelor of Commerce - Commerce in Finance – University of Johannesburg

Jaco Jordaan

Sr. Fund Accountant

Jaco Jordaan

Jaco Jordaan

Sr. Fund Accountant

Jaco is a Senior Fund Accountant for Bonnefield. In his role, he supports the core fund and property accounting functions of Bonnefield's investment funds.

Jaco comes to Bonnefield with years of accounting experience across a range of multi-national companies including BASF, Flowserve and Givaudan.

Education

Bachelor of Commerce - Financial Management Honours – University of Johannesburg
Bachelor of Commerce - Commerce in Finance – University of Johannesburg

Thanyan Kugakumaran
Lee Boelsma

Matthew Kim

Principal

 

Prior to joining Bonnefield, Matthew spent six years in fund accounting, working with private equity and real estate clients at Harmonic Fund Services and at Citco. Matthew started his career with PwC's assurance group in Bermuda, where he obtained his CPA, CA designation.

Education
Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA, CA)
CFA Charterholder
Master of Accounting - University of Waterloo

Matthew Kim

Principal

Lee Boelsma

Matthew Kim

Principal

 

Prior to joining Bonnefield, Matthew spent six years in fund accounting, working with private equity and real estate clients at Harmonic Fund Services and at Citco. Matthew started his career with PwC's assurance group in Bermuda, where he obtained his CPA, CA designation.

Education
Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA, CA)
CFA Charterholder
Master of Accounting - University of Waterloo

Thanuyan (TK) Kugakumaran
Thanyan Kugakumaran

Thanuyan Kugakumaran

Analyst

 

Thanuyan supports Bonnefield's IT operations with a focus on supporting technological growth and enhancement across the organization.

Prior to joining Bonnefield, Thanuyan was an IT Analyst on AON Plc.'s Global Access Operations team. Thanuyan completed his education at Ryerson University, obtaining a degree in Computer Engineering (Bachelor of Engineering). 

Education

Bachelor of Engineering, Ryerson University 

Thanuyan Kugakumaran

Analyst

Thanyan Kugakumaran

Thanuyan Kugakumaran

Analyst

 

Thanuyan supports Bonnefield's IT operations with a focus on supporting technological growth and enhancement across the organization.

Prior to joining Bonnefield, Thanuyan was an IT Analyst on AON Plc.'s Global Access Operations team. Thanuyan completed his education at Ryerson University, obtaining a degree in Computer Engineering (Bachelor of Engineering). 

Education

Bachelor of Engineering, Ryerson University 

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Clare Lei

Sr. Principal
Clare oversees the Investment Finance activities at Bonnefield. Prior to joining Bonnefield, Clare was a Director of Finance with Brookfield Asset Management. Her diverse experience also includes working at a boutique private equity fund, a multinational corporation, and the International Tax Group of a public accounting firm.

Education

Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA, CA)
Canadian In-depth Tax Level I to III
Master of Business Taxation (U.S.), University of Southern California (Highest Honors)
Bachelor of Business Administration – Financing and Accounting, Simon Fraser University (Highest Honors)

Clare Lei

Sr. Principal

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Clare Lei

Sr. Principal
Clare oversees the Investment Finance activities at Bonnefield. Prior to joining Bonnefield, Clare was a Director of Finance with Brookfield Asset Management. Her diverse experience also includes working at a boutique private equity fund, a multinational corporation, and the International Tax Group of a public accounting firm.

Education

Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA, CA)
Canadian In-depth Tax Level I to III
Master of Business Taxation (U.S.), University of Southern California (Highest Honors)
Bachelor of Business Administration – Financing and Accounting, Simon Fraser University (Highest Honors)

Teodora Milinova
Teodora Milnova

Teodora Milinova

Sr. Accountant

 

In her role as Senior Accountant, Teodora directly supports the management of Bonnefield's core corporate accounting activities.

Prior to joining Bonnefield, Teodora was a Regional Accountant for Cactus Club Café in Vancouver. She was inspired to join Bonnefield because of the mission to preserve farmland for farming and is currently pursuing her CPA designation.

Education

Current CPA student
Bachelor of Commerce – Thompson Rivers University

Teodora Milinova

Sr. Accountant

Teodora Milnova

Teodora Milinova

Sr. Accountant

 

In her role as Senior Accountant, Teodora directly supports the management of Bonnefield's core corporate accounting activities.

Prior to joining Bonnefield, Teodora was a Regional Accountant for Cactus Club Café in Vancouver. She was inspired to join Bonnefield because of the mission to preserve farmland for farming and is currently pursuing her CPA designation.

Education

Current CPA student
Bachelor of Commerce – Thompson Rivers University

Joey Potts
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Joey Potts

Sr. Accountant

In his role, Joey directly supports the core accounting functions for Bonnefield.

Prior to joining Bonnefield, Joey was an Intermediate Accountant in the waste industry. Joey loves nature and the outdoors and is excited to support Bonnefield's mission of preserving farmland for farming.

Joey is currently working towards his CPA designation.

Education                                                                                                                                                                          Current CPA Student                                                                                                                                                Bachelor of Business Administration – Accounting, Douglas College

Joey Potts

Sr. Accountant

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Joey Potts

Sr. Accountant

In his role, Joey directly supports the core accounting functions for Bonnefield.

Prior to joining Bonnefield, Joey was an Intermediate Accountant in the waste industry. Joey loves nature and the outdoors and is excited to support Bonnefield's mission of preserving farmland for farming.

Joey is currently working towards his CPA designation.

Education                                                                                                                                                                          Current CPA Student                                                                                                                                                Bachelor of Business Administration – Accounting, Douglas College

Wesley Smith
Lee Boelsma

Sydney Reitav

Jr. Accountant

In her role, Sydney supports the core accounting functions for Bonnefield Financial.

Prior to joining Bonnefield, Sydney worked as an Accounting Clerk for a real estate law firm.

Education
Seneca College - Accounting Diploma

Sydney Reitav

Jr. Accountant

Lee Boelsma

Sydney Reitav

Jr. Accountant

In her role, Sydney supports the core accounting functions for Bonnefield Financial.

Prior to joining Bonnefield, Sydney worked as an Accounting Clerk for a real estate law firm.

Education
Seneca College - Accounting Diploma

Jeremy Rutke
Jeremy Rutke

Jeremy Rutke

Partner, Chief Compliance Officer

Jeremy manages the finance, accounting, tax, and financial reporting functions for Bonnefield. He is also responsible for monitoring and assessing Bonnefield's compliance with securities, AML, and privacy legislation.

Prior to joining Bonnefield in 2013, Jeremy was working in Deloitte's audit practice, where he obtained his CPA designation. During his time with the firm, Jeremy was responsible for the planning, execution, and overall completion of audit engagements in accordance with Canadian Audit Standards.

Education

Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA, CA) 
Bachelor of Commerce, Carleton University (Highest Honours)

Jeremy Rutke

Partner, CCO

Jeremy Rutke

Jeremy Rutke

Partner, Chief Compliance Officer

Jeremy manages the finance, accounting, tax, and financial reporting functions for Bonnefield. He is also responsible for monitoring and assessing Bonnefield's compliance with securities, AML, and privacy legislation.

Prior to joining Bonnefield in 2013, Jeremy was working in Deloitte's audit practice, where he obtained his CPA designation. During his time with the firm, Jeremy was responsible for the planning, execution, and overall completion of audit engagements in accordance with Canadian Audit Standards.

Education

Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA, CA) 
Bachelor of Commerce, Carleton University (Highest Honours)

Thanuyan (TK) Kugakumaran
Thanyan Kugakumaran

Thanuyan Kugakumaran

Analyst

 

Thanuyan supports Bonnefield's IT operations with a focus on supporting technological growth and enhancement across the organization.

Prior to joining Bonnefield, Thanuyan was an IT Analyst on AON Plc.'s Global Access Operations team. Thanuyan completed his education at Ryerson University, obtaining a degree in Computer Engineering (Bachelor of Engineering). 

Education

Bachelor of Engineering, Ryerson University 

Thanuyan Kugakumaran

Analyst

Thanyan Kugakumaran

Thanuyan Kugakumaran

Analyst

 

Thanuyan supports Bonnefield's IT operations with a focus on supporting technological growth and enhancement across the organization.

Prior to joining Bonnefield, Thanuyan was an IT Analyst on AON Plc.'s Global Access Operations team. Thanuyan completed his education at Ryerson University, obtaining a degree in Computer Engineering (Bachelor of Engineering). 

Education

Bachelor of Engineering, Ryerson University 

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Clare Lei

Sr. Principal
Clare oversees the Investment Finance activities at Bonnefield. Prior to joining Bonnefield, Clare was a Director of Finance with Brookfield Asset Management. Her diverse experience also includes working at a boutique private equity fund, a multinational corporation, and the International Tax Group of a public accounting firm.

Education

Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA, CA)
Canadian In-depth Tax Level I to III
Master of Business Taxation (U.S.), University of Southern California (Highest Honors)
Bachelor of Business Administration – Financing and Accounting, Simon Fraser University (Highest Honors)

Clare Lei

Sr. Principal

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Clare Lei

Sr. Principal
Clare oversees the Investment Finance activities at Bonnefield. Prior to joining Bonnefield, Clare was a Director of Finance with Brookfield Asset Management. Her diverse experience also includes working at a boutique private equity fund, a multinational corporation, and the International Tax Group of a public accounting firm.

Education

Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA, CA)
Canadian In-depth Tax Level I to III
Master of Business Taxation (U.S.), University of Southern California (Highest Honors)
Bachelor of Business Administration – Financing and Accounting, Simon Fraser University (Highest Honors)

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Teodora Milnova

Teodora Milinova

Sr. Accountant

 

In her role as Senior Accountant, Teodora directly supports the management of Bonnefield's core corporate accounting activities.

Prior to joining Bonnefield, Teodora was a Regional Accountant for Cactus Club Café in Vancouver. She was inspired to join Bonnefield because of the mission to preserve farmland for farming and is currently pursuing her CPA designation.

Education

Current CPA student
Bachelor of Commerce – Thompson Rivers University

Teodora Milinova

Sr. Accountant

Teodora Milnova

Teodora Milinova

Sr. Accountant

 

In her role as Senior Accountant, Teodora directly supports the management of Bonnefield's core corporate accounting activities.

Prior to joining Bonnefield, Teodora was a Regional Accountant for Cactus Club Café in Vancouver. She was inspired to join Bonnefield because of the mission to preserve farmland for farming and is currently pursuing her CPA designation.

Education

Current CPA student
Bachelor of Commerce – Thompson Rivers University

Joey Potts
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Joey Potts

Sr. Accountant

In his role, Joey directly supports the core accounting functions for Bonnefield.

Prior to joining Bonnefield, Joey was an Intermediate Accountant in the waste industry. Joey loves nature and the outdoors and is excited to support Bonnefield's mission of preserving farmland for farming.

Joey is currently working towards his CPA designation.

Education                                                                                                                                                                          Current CPA Student                                                                                                                                                Bachelor of Business Administration – Accounting, Douglas College

Joey Potts

Sr. Accountant

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Joey Potts

Sr. Accountant

In his role, Joey directly supports the core accounting functions for Bonnefield.

Prior to joining Bonnefield, Joey was an Intermediate Accountant in the waste industry. Joey loves nature and the outdoors and is excited to support Bonnefield's mission of preserving farmland for farming.

Joey is currently working towards his CPA designation.

Education                                                                                                                                                                          Current CPA Student                                                                                                                                                Bachelor of Business Administration – Accounting, Douglas College

Wesley Smith
Lee Boelsma

Sydney Reitav

Jr. Accountant

In her role, Sydney supports the core accounting functions for Bonnefield Financial.

Prior to joining Bonnefield, Sydney worked as an Accounting Clerk for a real estate law firm.

Education
Seneca College - Accounting Diploma

Sydney Reitav

Jr. Accountant

Lee Boelsma

Sydney Reitav

Jr. Accountant

In her role, Sydney supports the core accounting functions for Bonnefield Financial.

Prior to joining Bonnefield, Sydney worked as an Accounting Clerk for a real estate law firm.

Education
Seneca College - Accounting Diploma

Jeremy Rutke
Jeremy Rutke

Jeremy Rutke

Partner, Chief Compliance Officer

Jeremy manages the finance, accounting, tax, and financial reporting functions for Bonnefield. He is also responsible for monitoring and assessing Bonnefield's compliance with securities, AML, and privacy legislation.

Prior to joining Bonnefield in 2013, Jeremy was working in Deloitte's audit practice, where he obtained his CPA designation. During his time with the firm, Jeremy was responsible for the planning, execution, and overall completion of audit engagements in accordance with Canadian Audit Standards.

Education

Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA, CA) 
Bachelor of Commerce, Carleton University (Highest Honours)

Jeremy Rutke

Partner, CCO

Jeremy Rutke

Jeremy Rutke

Partner, Chief Compliance Officer

Jeremy manages the finance, accounting, tax, and financial reporting functions for Bonnefield. He is also responsible for monitoring and assessing Bonnefield's compliance with securities, AML, and privacy legislation.

Prior to joining Bonnefield in 2013, Jeremy was working in Deloitte's audit practice, where he obtained his CPA designation. During his time with the firm, Jeremy was responsible for the planning, execution, and overall completion of audit engagements in accordance with Canadian Audit Standards.

Education

Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA, CA) 
Bachelor of Commerce, Carleton University (Highest Honours)

Wesley Smith
Wesley Smith

Wesley Smith

Principal, Corporate Controller

Wesley is the Corporate Controller for Bonnefield. In his role, he supports the finance, accounting, tax and financial reporting functions for Bonnefield and its subsidiaries.

Prior to joining Bonnefield, Wesley was a Financial Manager at 58Fleet, a partner of Motus Corporation, South Africa’s leading automotive group. There he was responsible for the Demo Fleet division, which, leased 15,000 vehicles nationwide. Preceding that, Wesley was a Management Accountant at the Automobile Association of South Africa. Additionally, Wesley has 5 years experience in external audit, during which, he was responsible for audit engagements in accordance with the International Standards on Auditing.

Education
Chartered Accountant designation, CPA
Bachelor of Commerce, University of South Africa (Honours)

Wesley Smith

Principal

Wesley Smith

Wesley Smith

Principal, Corporate Controller

Wesley is the Corporate Controller for Bonnefield. In his role, he supports the finance, accounting, tax and financial reporting functions for Bonnefield and its subsidiaries.

Prior to joining Bonnefield, Wesley was a Financial Manager at 58Fleet, a partner of Motus Corporation, South Africa’s leading automotive group. There he was responsible for the Demo Fleet division, which, leased 15,000 vehicles nationwide. Preceding that, Wesley was a Management Accountant at the Automobile Association of South Africa. Additionally, Wesley has 5 years experience in external audit, during which, he was responsible for audit engagements in accordance with the International Standards on Auditing.

Education
Chartered Accountant designation, CPA
Bachelor of Commerce, University of South Africa (Honours)

Mustafa Terai
Mustafa Terai

Mustafa Terai

Funds Assistant Controller

In his role, Mustafa supports the management of core accounting functions for Bonnefield's investment funds.

Mustafa previously worked as a Property Accountant at First Bay Properties where he  gained experience in the intricacies of accounting for properties, across real estate asset classes. Mustafa is currently working toward his CPA designation.

Education                                                                                                                                                                                Current CPA student                                                                                                                                                           Algonquin College – Business Accounting Diploma
Jain University (India) – Bachelor of Commerce (Accounting)

Mustafa Terai

Assistant Controller

Mustafa Terai

Mustafa Terai

Funds Assistant Controller

In his role, Mustafa supports the management of core accounting functions for Bonnefield's investment funds.

Mustafa previously worked as a Property Accountant at First Bay Properties where he  gained experience in the intricacies of accounting for properties, across real estate asset classes. Mustafa is currently working toward his CPA designation.

Education                                                                                                                                                                                Current CPA student                                                                                                                                                           Algonquin College – Business Accounting Diploma
Jain University (India) – Bachelor of Commerce (Accounting)

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Natalie Yu

Principal

Lindsay Yuen
Lindsay Yuen

Lindsay Yuen

Fund Accountant

 

Lindsay is a Fund Accountant for Bonnefield. In her role, she supports the Controller in managing the core accounting functions of Bonnefield.

Previously, Lindsay worked at Oxford Properties Group and Canderel Management Inc. where she gained experience in the accounting, property management and reporting for both the commercial and retail properties.

Education

Carleton University – Bachelor of Commerce with a concentration in Accounting

Lindsay Yuen

Fund Accountant

Lindsay Yuen

Lindsay Yuen

Fund Accountant

 

Lindsay is a Fund Accountant for Bonnefield. In her role, she supports the Controller in managing the core accounting functions of Bonnefield.

Previously, Lindsay worked at Oxford Properties Group and Canderel Management Inc. where she gained experience in the accounting, property management and reporting for both the commercial and retail properties.

Education

Carleton University – Bachelor of Commerce with a concentration in Accounting

Wesley Smith
Wesley Smith

Wesley Smith

Principal, Corporate Controller

Wesley is the Corporate Controller for Bonnefield. In his role, he supports the finance, accounting, tax and financial reporting functions for Bonnefield and its subsidiaries.

Prior to joining Bonnefield, Wesley was a Financial Manager at 58Fleet, a partner of Motus Corporation, South Africa’s leading automotive group. There he was responsible for the Demo Fleet division, which, leased 15,000 vehicles nationwide. Preceding that, Wesley was a Management Accountant at the Automobile Association of South Africa. Additionally, Wesley has 5 years experience in external audit, during which, he was responsible for audit engagements in accordance with the International Standards on Auditing.

Education
Chartered Accountant designation, CPA
Bachelor of Commerce, University of South Africa (Honours)

Wesley Smith

Principal

Wesley Smith

Wesley Smith

Principal, Corporate Controller

Wesley is the Corporate Controller for Bonnefield. In his role, he supports the finance, accounting, tax and financial reporting functions for Bonnefield and its subsidiaries.

Prior to joining Bonnefield, Wesley was a Financial Manager at 58Fleet, a partner of Motus Corporation, South Africa’s leading automotive group. There he was responsible for the Demo Fleet division, which, leased 15,000 vehicles nationwide. Preceding that, Wesley was a Management Accountant at the Automobile Association of South Africa. Additionally, Wesley has 5 years experience in external audit, during which, he was responsible for audit engagements in accordance with the International Standards on Auditing.

Education
Chartered Accountant designation, CPA
Bachelor of Commerce, University of South Africa (Honours)

Mustafa Terai
Mustafa Terai

Mustafa Terai

Funds Assistant Controller

In his role, Mustafa supports the management of core accounting functions for Bonnefield's investment funds.

Mustafa previously worked as a Property Accountant at First Bay Properties where he  gained experience in the intricacies of accounting for properties, across real estate asset classes. Mustafa is currently working toward his CPA designation.

Education                                                                                                                                                                                Current CPA student                                                                                                                                                           Algonquin College – Business Accounting Diploma
Jain University (India) – Bachelor of Commerce (Accounting)

Mustafa Terai

Assistant Controller

Mustafa Terai

Mustafa Terai

Funds Assistant Controller

In his role, Mustafa supports the management of core accounting functions for Bonnefield's investment funds.

Mustafa previously worked as a Property Accountant at First Bay Properties where he  gained experience in the intricacies of accounting for properties, across real estate asset classes. Mustafa is currently working toward his CPA designation.

Education                                                                                                                                                                                Current CPA student                                                                                                                                                           Algonquin College – Business Accounting Diploma
Jain University (India) – Bachelor of Commerce (Accounting)

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Natalie Yu

Associate

Lindsay Yuen
Lindsay Yuen

Lindsay Yuen

Fund Accountant

 

Lindsay is a Fund Accountant for Bonnefield. In her role, she supports the Controller in managing the core accounting functions of Bonnefield.

Previously, Lindsay worked at Oxford Properties Group and Canderel Management Inc. where she gained experience in the accounting, property management and reporting for both the commercial and retail properties.

Education

Carleton University – Bachelor of Commerce with a concentration in Accounting

Lindsay Yuen

Fund Accountant

Lindsay Yuen

Lindsay Yuen

Fund Accountant

 

Lindsay is a Fund Accountant for Bonnefield. In her role, she supports the Controller in managing the core accounting functions of Bonnefield.

Previously, Lindsay worked at Oxford Properties Group and Canderel Management Inc. where she gained experience in the accounting, property management and reporting for both the commercial and retail properties.

Education

Carleton University – Bachelor of Commerce with a concentration in Accounting

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