In her dual role of Managing Director, Ontario and Chief Legal Officer at Nicola Wealth, Danielle contributes to the identification, development, and execution of Nicola Wealth’s strategic initiatives including the firm’s ongoing national expansion strategy.  Nicola Wealth is a privately owned national wealth planning and investment management company known for its work with high-net-worth families, foundations, endowments and select family offices.  The company has approximately 500 employees.

Prior to joining Nicola Wealth in 2020, Ms. Skipp has navigated a diverse career including private legal practice and roles at the Canadian Banking Association, CIBC, UBS and two private asset management companies.

Ms. Skipp is a passionate advocate of working women.  She is the Chair of Nicola Wealth’s Women’s LEAD community initiative, a grassroots effort to amplify and celebrate the voices and stories of women across Canada.  She is a past-Chair of 100 Women in Finance Canada.  Ms. Skipp sits on the board of directors of Ridge Canada Cyber Solutions and is a member of the Nicola Wealth Philanthropy Board.

Danielle received an LLB from the University of British Columbia and is called to the bar in both British Columbia and Ontario.