Laura McLellan – Edward Jones
As we count down to International Women’s Day, the Barrhaven BIA is proud to feature our female board members in our brand new series – This is #MyBarrhaven. Their stories are inspiring and we are so proud to have each of them on our board. All the women featured will be attending our Women’s Day High Tea in Barrhaven on March 4th – Register Now to save you seat!
Meet Laura McLellan
Laura McLellan, MFA-P, is a Financial Advisor with Edward Jones and one of our newest Board Members at the Barrhaven BIA. Her story is one of passion and finding her way that led to the perfect fit with Edward Jones where she has found her passion empowering others, particularly women, to take control of their financial future. Originally from London, Ontario (but now a longtime Barrhaven resident), Laura cares about community and giving back which shows throughout her story.
Finding Her Passion
Laura recently took over the Edward Jones office at 3350 Fallowfield Road, when she decided it was time for a career pivot. While raising her 3 amazing children, she worked as a Data Analyst and eventually in Post Secondary Education. These careers provided her with stability but as her children got older, she decided it was time to make a change and control her own destiny. In the height of the pandemic in 2020, she began her MBA which she completed in 2023 and made the leap.
Laura’s husband Ryan McLellan has worked as a Financial Advisor with Edward Jones here in Barrhaven for many years and Laura had also worked as an administrator part time in his business so the transition just made sense. She loves the culture and community at Edward Jones and most importantly making a difference in people’s lives. As she grows her business, it is clear that she has truly found her passion.
Work/Life Balance
Many will recognize Laura as an active member of our community as a busy mom of 3 teenagers. She has served on the School Councils at her children’s schools and is often out and about supporting her kids in sports and other activities. Fitness is another one of her passions and she taught classes part-time at Goodlife for ten years and now runs weekly with K2J Fitness, a local running group here in Barrhaven. Laura is also an avid supporter of two local dog rescues, Freedom Dog Rescue and Help Paws, and has proudly rescued 3 dogs and frequently fosters dogs in need as well.
Connect with Laura
If you are looking for financial help, you can set up a free no obligation consultation through Laura’s website and she would be happy to discuss your options with you. By understanding you and your family, using a holistic and tailored financial strategy, she is ready to help you achieve your goals.
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