Gerard is married with four kids, and currently lives in St. Johns with his wife Sharon.

Gerard grew up on the Cape Shore and graduated from Memorial University with a Bachelor of Commerce in 1996. He went on to become an advisor with London Life later in 1996.

Over the years, Gerard has worked to obtain professional designations aside from his Commerce Degree. In 2001, he earned his Certified Financial Planner (CFP) designation have successfully completed the Certified Financial Planners course from the Financial Planning Standards Council of Canada.

Gerard’s wealth management business is now in its 24th year and continues with Principal Planning Inc. in St. Johns.