BRIAN W. HUTCHISON, B.Comm., C.M.A., C.G., F.S.A.(Scot) - A full-time professional genealogist with over 25 years of experience and a varied international client base. As Senior Partner and Managing Director of Gen-Find Research Associates, Mr. Hutchison reflects a solid education history: university graduate, professional accountant, post graduate work in paralegal studies and Canadian history, genealogical certificate coursework with Brigham Young University, and a board certified genealogist. Brian was elected a Fellow of the Society of Antiquaries of Scotland in 1994 and granted armorial bearings by the Chief Herald of Canada in that same year.

His membership with the Genealogical Speakers Guild and other international organizations provides essential networking for maintenance of lecture and research skills. As well, as an active teacher and author of numerous manuscripts, Brian offers your society the opportunity to hear lectures that display bold and proven research techniques with helpful tips on numerous genealogical resources. His lecture skills are consistent, creative and informal; his topics current, concise and educational. He shares his varied experience with his listeners many tips on under used records; how to access them, where to find them, evaluating evidence, research methodologies for successful 20th century investigations; and much more.

As a certified specialist in genealogical research for Scotland, Ireland, Ontario and Western Canada his interests are primarily in these areas with particular emphasis on research methodologies for successful 20th century investigations on forensic and heir searches. Mr. Hutchison has lectured at many genealogical seminars and conferences and enjoys sharing his zest for genealogy with his listeners. His hope is that each will leave with new sources and ideas and an enthusiasm to renew their search.