About Janet Hum
Helping Families Protect Assets
Navigate the $100T+ Intergenerational Transfer
True wealth isn't measured by what we keep. It's measured by what we give, the lives we touch, and the opportunities we create.
I never truly understood what my parents gave up for our family until I became a parent myself.
My parents immigrated to Canada and left behind their careers as medical professionals so my sister and I could have opportunities they never had. Like many immigrant families, they started over from scratch. I grew up watching them work hard, save carefully, and put family first in everything they did.
At the time, I thought that was normal.
Looking back, I realize how much courage, sacrifice, and faith it took to leave everything familiar behind and build a new life in a new country. Their example shaped my values and continues to guide how I live and work today.
Today, my sister and I have built successful careers and families of our own. As my parents enjoy retirement, one of my greatest priorities is making sure they can do so with peace of mind and financial security. After everything they sacrificed for us, I want them to know they no longer have to carry those concerns.
My professional journey began as a CPA. While I developed a strong understanding of accounting and tax, I soon realized that many of the most important lessons about building, protecting, and transferring wealth were never taught in school.
I learned that wealth isn't just about how much you earn. It's about making wise decisions, minimizing unnecessary taxes, protecting what you've built, and creating opportunities for the people and causes that matter most.
Today, I help professionals, business owners, and families build financial strategies that align with their goals, values, and vision for the future.
For me, this work is very personal. Every family has a story. Every dollar represents hard work, sacrifice, and the hope of creating a better future for the next generation.
My mission is to help families build strong financial foundations, make informed decisions, and create lasting legacies.
What inspires me most is the example my parents set. Despite starting over in a new country and working hard to build a life for our family, they never stopped looking for ways to help others. They quietly supported people around the world who were less fortunate, helping create opportunities through education and other acts of generosity.
My hope is that through the work I do and the lives I serve, I will one day be able to give away $1 billion to help others create opportunities for themselves, their families, and future generations.