Debbie Plesa
Associate Portfolio Manager
Debbie Plesa is an Associate Portfolio Manager with TD Wealth Private Investment Counsel, bringing over 20 years of experience in the financial services world. Since joining TD Wealth in 2013, she’s been focused on providing disciplined investment solutions with a strong focus on managing risk—always keeping her clients' long-term goals in mind.
Debbie is known for her thoughtful and steady approach to investing. She works closely with clients to make complex financial topics easier to understand, so they can feel confident in their decisions. Her strategies also aim to reduce taxes, which can be especially important during big life changes like retirement, divorce, estate planning, or selling a business.
She holds both the Chartered Investment Manager (CIM®) and Certified Financial Planner (CFP®) designations, allowing her to combine hands-on investment management with personalized financial planning. She believes clients appreciate her clear communication, honesty, and guidance—especially when things change in the markets or in life.
Debbie has a degree in Economics from the University of Calgary and deep roots in the Calgary community. Outside of work, she stays active, is a proud mom of three grown kids, and supports local organizations that focus on mental health and addiction.
Gabe Carbone
Senior Portfolio Manager
I have been employed with TD Wealth Private Investment Counsel since 2006, and joined our Calgary office in early 2010. Before joining TD Wealth, I was a Trading Analyst with Russell Investments Canada.
Prior to beginning my professional career, I attended the Stockholm School of Economics in Stockholm, Sweden, where I earned a Master's degree (major in finance). I hold a Bachelor's degree (major in economics) from Glendon College, York University, in Toronto. As a CFA charterholder, I am a member of CFA Institute and the Calgary CFA Society. I am also a member of Advocis, the Financial Advisors Association of Canada.
Fundamentally, my approach to wealth management is straight-forward: I favour the simple over the complex; a lower-risk approach over a more volatile one. I hope to provide you with the freedom and confidence that comes with experienced, personal, and professional investment management. I look forward to the opportunity to work with you and your family.
Samita Sahai
Client Relationship Associate
Samita Sahai joined TD Wealth Private Investment Counsel in January 2019. Prior to joining TD Wealth, she was a Personal Banking Associate with TD Canada Trust where she started in 2016.
In her current role, she acts as a secondary contact to the Portfolio Manager for client relationships assisting with business management, investment wealth planning and analytical account duties. As the lead of our client communication strategy, her role encompasses reaching out to clients to make sure we have a thorough understanding of what is important to you so we can personalize your investment portfolios and make updates as changes occur. Her team focus is continuous process improvements & team efficiency.
Samita holds a Master's degree in Economics from the University of Delhi, India. She has also completed the Canadian Securities Course, Life License Qualification Program, Investment funds in Canada Course & the Wealth Management Essentials Course.
Eugene Semenuik
Private Client Service Associate
Eugene joined TD Wealth Private Investment Counsel in the Spring of 2019 and has been with TD Bank Group for more than 15 years. His previous positions include Financial Advisor with TD Canada Trust and Private Client Service Associate with TD Wealth Private Banking. In his current role, Eugene strives to serve clients at the highest level and acts as a secondary contact for Portfolio Managers. He assists with the preparation of customer portfolio reviews, handling clients cash transfers, remittance requests, and administrative account duties.
Eugene is a graduate of the University of Calgary (B.A. – English / Management Minor.). As well, he has completed the Investment Funds in Canada, the Canadian Securities Course and Professional Financial Planning Course (PFPC).
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