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Applicable VLOs or EESs for This Week$$s Case Study

Complete all work according to professional regulations, provincial legislation and

ethical standards required by the financial services industry and its regulators.

ESS:

$$ Communication

$$ Critical thinking & problem solving

$$ Interpersonal Skills

$$ Numeracy

$$ Personal Skills

This Week$$s Detailed Case Study Information

On a typical afternoon, you find yourself in the sunlit atrium of the Montreal Museum of

Fine Arts, surrounded by the hum of art enthusiasts. Your reason for being there,

however, is not for the art but for a meeting with a new client, Simon Roy, a high$-$profile

investor and philanthropist. Simon, a man of refined tastes and sharp instincts, has built

a fortune investing in a diverse portfolio of businesses and assets.

Simon has an opportunity to participate in a private placement investment with a

company involved in controversial activities. The investment could yield substantial

returns, with projected annual returns of $18\%$ and a potential $25\%$ increase in his

portfolio$$s value. However, it also carries the risk of attracting public scrutiny and

potentially damaging his reputation.

Simon$$s reputation is not just important for his social standing, but it also plays a

significant role in his philanthropic endeavours. His foundation, which donates millions

annually to causes like education and healthcare, relies on public support and his

personal credibility. A significant hit to his reputation could affect his ability to fundraise

for these causes, creating a ripple effect on those benefiting from his philanthropy.

WIL PROJECT

Jean$-$Pierre, Marie, and Louis understand the seriousness of the situation. They know that

they need to help Simon make a decision that aligns with his values. The challenge lies

in balancing the potential financial gains against the ethical implications and potential

reputational damage.

Deliverables for This Week$$s Case Study

$1.$ Complete a client profile.

$2.$ Prepare an in$-$depth risk assessment report outlining the potential financial gains,

ethical implications, and reputational risks associated with the investment. The report

should include a detailed analysis of the controversial company$$s activities, their

potential impact on Simon$$s reputation, and any regulatory issues that may arise.

$3.$ Write a crisis management plan in case Simon chooses to proceed with the

investment and faces public scrutiny. This should include strategies for addressing

potential backlash, communicating Simon$$s decision to the public, and mitigating any

damage to his reputation.

WIL PROJECT