Jim Lyons

Jim Lyons is the founder of Lyonscraft Consulting Inc., a firm focused on evolving financial advisory models from transactional sales to proactive guidance. He has worked with over 30,000 advisors across Canada, helping firms transform client relationships for the future.

We made it to Newport

We made it to Newport

Five decades of sailing has taught me valuable lessons about leadership, planning and the power of managing your client’s perspective

By Jim Lyons |January 23, 2026

2 min read

Are your clients confident about their future?

Planning and Advice

Are your clients confident about their future?

Our pension system used to provide Canadians long-term financial security — now it’s on advisors to build confidence

By Jim Lyons |November 20, 2025

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Financial advice in an AI world

Financial advice in an AI world

The right tech stack employed by the right advisor can make clients feel that HNW love

By Jim Lyons |October 9, 2025

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