Nevin Chernick is the founder of Chernick James Tse & Associates Wealth Counsel and brings more than three decades of experience in the investment industry. He began his career in the early 1990s managing an institutional bond portfolio and transitioned to working with individual and family clients in 1996. Throughout his career, Nevin has built his practice around long‑term relationships, thoughtful advice, and a deep understanding of each client’s unique financial circumstances.
Nevin’s expertise spans investment management, tax planning, and estate strategy, enabling him to deliver integrated wealth plans that evolve as clients’ lives and priorities change. As a Senior Portfolio Manager, he plays an active role in the investment process, ensuring portfolios are constructed and managed in alignment with clients’ long‑term objectives, risk tolerance, and personal circumstances.
Known for his steady perspective and practical approach, Nevin focuses on simplifying complex financial matters and helping clients remain disciplined through changing market conditions. His singular priority is delivering an exceptional client experience grounded in trust, clarity, and consistency.
Nevin is also committed to giving back to the community. He has served for several years on the Board of the Surrey Foundation, including a term as President, and has been a long‑time supporter of Canucks Autism Network.
Outside of work, Nevin enjoys travelling and is an accomplished amateur landscape and wildlife photographer, a pursuit that reflects his patience, attention to detail, and appreciation for long‑term perspective.
"We have a singular focus on providing an excellent client experience.” – Nevin
With more than two decades of experience in financial markets, Jack serves as Portfolio Manager for the team, overseeing the discretionary management of client portfolios. He leads the investment process, combining fundamental business analysis with a disciplined, long-term approach to capital allocation.
Jack’s philosophy is straightforward: own high-quality businesses, stay focused on fundamentals, and allow time for investment theses to play out. By managing portfolios in-house, Jack and the team maintain full control over security selection, asset allocation, and risk management, allowing them to adapt thoughtfully as market conditions evolve.
He works closely with clients to ensure their portfolios reflect both their financial goals and their comfort with risk. The objective is not simply to participate in markets, but to compound wealth responsibly over time while maintaining a clear focus on downside protection.
“Our job is simple in principle but demanding in practice: protect capital, grow it thoughtfully, and remain disciplined when markets test that discipline.” – Jack
Alysha Tse is a Vancouver-based wealth advisor specializing in comprehensive wealth management for families, professionals, and business owners. Her work focuses on helping clients navigate complex financial decisions through integrated strategies that address tax-efficient investing, retirement and pension planning, philanthropic and charitable giving, intergenerational wealth transfer, estate planning, and business succession planning. With credentials in portfolio management, family enterprise advisory, philanthropy, risk management, and financial and estate planning, Alysha brings a multidisciplinary perspective to wealth planning. She works closely with clients and their professional advisors to develop customized strategies that align investment management with long-term financial goals, family priorities, and legacy objectives.
Alysha is actively involved in advancing the wealth planning and estate planning profession in Canada. She previously served as Chair of the Education Committee and Director on the board of the Financial Planning Association of Canada (FPAC), and currently serves as Deputy Chair of the Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners (STEP) Vancouver. She has also represented Canada on the STEP Worldwide Council for a special operations project, contributing to global initiatives in trust, estate, and succession planning. Alysha is committed to developing future professionals and regularly mentors students and emerging advisors through Junior Achievement of British Columbia, STEP, and the BCIT Financial Planning Program.
With more than 30 years of experience in the investment industry, Tom brings deep knowledge and perspective to the team. His work focuses on helping clients navigate the complexities of financial planning, translating detailed strategies into practical guidance that supports long-term financial security.
Tom works closely with clients to understand their financial priorities, life goals, and evolving circumstances. He helps develop thoughtful financial plans that integrate investment strategy with broader planning considerations, ensuring clients remain well positioned as their needs change over time.
Known for his thoughtful and client-focused approach, Tom takes pride in building lasting relationships and helping clients move forward with clarity and confidence.
“Life is full of surprises, your financial plan shouldn’t be.” – Tom
Shian is a BBA graduate from BCIT with a specialization in Financial Planning. In her role as Assistant, she supports the day-to-day operations of the team, helping coordinate client onboarding, account administration, and internal processes that keep the practice running smoothly.
With a strong attention to detail and a focus on organization, Shian helps ensure clients receive the responsive, high-touch service our team strives to provide.
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