Arvind Dhar
About Arvind Dhar
Arvind Dhar is the Market Vice President of Commercial Banking at CIBC, overseeing a team of 80 professionals in South-West Ontario.
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Arvind Dhar serves as the Market Vice President of Commercial Banking at CIBC.
Role at CIBC
Arvind Dhar has served as Market Vice President, Commercial Banking at CIBC since 2011. He oversees a team of 80 professionals across South-West Ontario. His responsibilities include developing and implementing market plans aligned with national strategies and customized to local market conditions. He also manages risk and credit exposure, ensuring clear communication of expectations and ongoing monitoring of processes.
Previous Experience
Arvind Dhar previously worked at CIBC as Assistant Vice President, Commercial Banking, from 2011 to 2014 in Toronto, Ontario. Prior to that, he was with HSBC Bank Canada, serving in various roles including Assistant Vice President, Commercial Banking, from 2007 to 2011. He has also held the position of Assistant Vice President and Manager at HSBC Bank Canada.
Educational Background
Arvind Dhar achieved a Bachelor of Arts degree from York University, studying from 2001 to 2005. He also completed a Master's degree at Chatrapati Sahuji Maharaj Kanpur University, Kanpur, from 1990 to 1992. Additionally, he earned a Bachelor of Commerce degree from the University of Bombay.
Community Involvement
Arvind Dhar actively participates in community organizations. He currently serves on the board of Kiwanis Homes, a Hamilton-based not-for-profit organization. Through this role, he contributes to the betterment of the community and supports various initiatives aimed at providing affordable housing.
Leadership and Mentoring
In his role at CIBC, Arvind Dhar is heavily involved in identifying, recruiting, coaching, mentoring, and developing emerging leaders as part of a succession plan. His initiatives in leadership development aim to prepare the next generation of banking professionals for future challenges.