A VETERAN OF the financial services industry, Sandra Kostrubiec is recognized for blending disciplined investment management with highly personalized financial coaching. Specializing in discretionary portfolio oversight for clients with complex needs, her approach begins with a strategic plan designed to evolve alongside each client’s life. The only female advisor at TD Wealth in London holding a CFA designation — and the only one under 40 — she guides families through pivotal moments, fostering security, clarity and lasting confidence in their financial futures.
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What is your biggest career achievement so far, or the thing that you’re most proud of?
Helping others feel comfortable, confident and clear in their next steps — so they can dream bigger and live more fulfilling lives. I just happen to do that through financial tools, strategy and ongoing support. It’s been an honour to guide clients through some of life’s biggest moments, whether that’s a career change, retirement, the loss of a loved one, a move or supporting their children. At the end of the day, true wealth is about experiences.
“It’s been an honour to guide clients through some of life’s biggest moments, whether that’s a career change, retirement, the loss of a loved one, a move or supporting their children”
If you couldn’t work in your current field, and money was no object, what job would you have?
I’d run an animal sanctuary somewhere sunny year-round. That passion already shows up in my life. Last year, while volunteering at the Yelapa Animal Project in Mexico, I fell in love with a stray, abandoned puppy and relocated him to a loving family right here in London.
What’s your favourite spot to eat in the city?
At home. My partner and best friend, Tyler, works in tech by day and turns into a chef by night — cooking is his creative outlet. How lucky am I?
What’s one book you think everyone should read?
The Having: The Secret Art of Feeling and Growing Rich by Suh Yoon Lee — a brilliant guide to building an empowered relationship with money. And Unfuckwithable by Haley Bowler-Cooke — a bold, inspiring read about living your purpose, embracing your truth and living fully in alignment.
When you’re not working, what are you most passionate about?
Animals, nature, adventure and travel. Yoga, beaches, dancing — and being silly with our newborn baby, Zen.
On a desert island, what’s the one gratuitous item you’d have to have?
Music. Useless for survival and absolutely essential for my soul.
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