Executive Officers

Chief Executive Officer and Financial Advisor with Investia Financial Services Inc.

Trevor I. Hughes MA, LLB

As Chief Executive Officer, Trevor is responsible for both the day to day and long term strategic direction of the company. Trevor is the son of company founder, Gordon Hughes. He has been with Evangeline and its predecessor companies since 1989. Prior to Evangeline, Trevor was with the law firm of MacInnes Wilson Flinn & Wickwire where he practiced law primarily in the areas of corporate/commercial and property law.

He is a proud graduate of Kings-Edgehill School in Windsor, NS where he won the Governor General’s Medal for highest academic standing. He then obtained a Bachelor of Arts in Classics from University of King’s College in Halifax, a Master of Arts in Classics and Bachelor of Laws from Dalhousie University in Halifax, and holds both a Bachelor of Arts in Jurisprudence and Master of Arts from Oxford University in Oxford, England. 

Trevor has led many community endeavors including the Windsor Hockey Heritage Society where he was the Founding Director and VP. He has also had numerous corporate directorships and served on many boards including Kings-Edgehill School where he is the current Chairman of the Board. Trevor and his family live in Falmouth, Nova Scotia

President, Chief Operating Officer, and Financial Advisor with Investia Financial Services Inc.

David E. Morse MBA, PFP, CEA

Dave joined Evangeline in May 2013 having had a close working relationship with the company for many years through his previous corporate position. As President of Evangeline, he is responsible for both the continued growth and strategic direction of the company and as a Financial Advisor, he specializes in pre- and post-retirement investment and income planning.

He has been in the financial services industry since 1986 having previously worked as Regional Director with Seattle, WA based Russell Investments, one of the world’s largest pension managers and was a Senior Vice President with Mackenzie Investments, a member of the Power Financial Group of Companies. Dave is a former Vice President and Senior Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Canada where he led a personal investment consulting group that provided investment and tax planning advice to over 400 individuals and small businesses throughout Atlantic Canada. He is also a former Manager of Personal and Professional Banking with TD Bank. CBC Radio listeners may recall that Dave hosted a weekly radio segment, Money Talks with David Morse on CBC Main Street for several years. He was also a contributing author to the National Best Selling Financial book, Tips from the Top, 53 Bright Ideas From Canada’s Top Financial Advisors.

David attended the Dalhousie University School of Advanced Business Management in Halifax, NS through The Institute of Canadian Bankers and has earned a Masters degree in Business Administration. He also is a Certified Executor Advisor. David is an avid cyclist and was an instructor in the mixed martial art discipline of Kajukenbo for many years. He was also head coach of both the Kings County Academy and Northeast Kings Education Centre school track & field teams and was the sprint coach for The Annapolis Valley Running Club. David grew up in Bridgetown and now lives with his family in Kentville, Nova Scotia.

Chief Financial Officer and Financial Advisor with Investia Financial Services Inc.

Paul R. King

As an Investment Advisor, Paul is responsible for managing his clients’ investment savings to help achieve their financial goals.

As Chief Financial Officer of Evangeline, he is responsible for business planning and accounting for the company and also income tax planning and preparation for a number of Evangeline’s personal and corporate clients. 

Paul has been instrumental in the growth of the company having assumed many important senior roles over the years. Paul joined Evangeline in 1989 after working in accounting with a private company in Yarmouth, NS, following completion of his accounting studies at St. Mary’s University in Halifax, NS.  He later earned the Certified Management Accountant (CMA) designation along with taking numerous industry courses including the Canadian Securities Course, Senior Partners & Directors Course and Branch Managers Course.

Paul has been involved in many community organizations including MADD Canada, the Canadian Cancer Society and the West Hants United Soccer Association. His other volunteer activities have included work with the Falmouth Community Trust, Valley District Soccer Association, Avon View High School and the Foundation for Family and Children of Hants County. Paul and his wife live in Falmouth, Nova Scotia.

Our expert, experienced and valued administration team are responsible for all of the important processing and reporting duties within the firm and they also work closely with clients and the various regulatory bodies and government tax authorities through constant, accurate reporting which are vital aspects of our industry in general. Their accuracy, skill and knowledge in working within the very strict regulations of the Financial Service Industry are invaluable.

With a combined 100 + years of Financial Services Industry experience amongst this talented group of individuals, we are confident in saying they are among the very best in the business.

Donna Browne

Donna has been with Evangeline since 1999 and prior to assuming the key role of Client Service Manager and Executive Assistant to both the CEO and President, she was Evangeline’s “go-to” administrative person for many years in various capacities including the training of Advisors and Administrators on all systems and paperwork. Originally from Middleton, Donna now resides in Kings County. When away from the office, Donna enjoys reading, painting and horseback riding. Her passion outside of work is in training and competing in Dog Agility competitions throughout the Maritimes (temporarily on hold since last Spring, obviously) with her 3 Shelties: Wisper, Kiah and Revv.

Valerie Milner

The longest standing member of our admin team, Valerie has been with Evangeline since 1978. Valerie will often be the first person you speak with when calling Evangeline’s main switchboard. Valerie provides valuable administrative support for two of the Senior Officers of the company and looks after accounts payable for the firm. Valerie lives in Hants County and is an avid gardener.

Sherri Morton

Sherri has been with Evangeline since 1991. She is responsible for payroll, contracting and support for data entry. She is also the firm’s internal auditor. Sherri volunteers at the local school and has been involved in numerous volunteer projects over the years. Sherri resides in Hantsport.

Brenda Spinney

Brenda is our Administration Manager and heads our Greenwood office. Brenda has been with Evangeline since 2016 after completing a succesful 28 year career with Valley Credit Union including eight years spent in the Credential Asset Management division. Brenda can be found walking in her spare time and following whatever her son, Tanner, is involved with including racing at Scotia Speedworld.

Kayla Rea

Kayla first joined Evangeline as an Executive Assistant in 2013 after completing her Bachelor of Arts with a Business minor. She decided to follow her passion and after completing multiple Esthetics degrees and her Masters in Makeup Artistry in Calgary, Kayla continued her role on the administration team consulting on the new website project, and created Evangeline’s social media platforms. Kayla is currently the Social Media Manager and an Executive Assistant in our Greenwood office.