Brett Dunk
About Brett Dunk
Brett Dunk is the Vice President of Corporate Development at CIBC and a Board Member at StoneCastle Partners, with extensive experience in investment banking and corporate strategy.
CIBC Vice President, Corporate Development
Brett Dunk has been serving as the Vice President of Corporate Development at CIBC since 2020. Based in Toronto, Ontario, he is deeply involved in overseeing CIBC's strategic and fund investments, including venture capital, growth equity, private equity, and the clean tech/energy transition sectors. His role entails collaborating closely with CIBC's executive team to explore, develop, and conduct due diligence and financial analysis on various strategic initiatives.
Board Member at StoneCastle Partners
Since 2020, Brett Dunk has held a position on the board of StoneCastle Partners. His experience on the board dates back to his previous stint from 2012 to 2018. During his tenure, both in New York, NY, and his current role, Brett contributes significantly to the strategic direction and oversight of the organization.
Background in Investment Banking
Brett Dunk has an extensive background in investment banking. He has held multiple senior roles at CIBC, including Vice President, Strategy & Corporate Development (2018-2020), Vice President, Corporate Development (2012-2018), Managing Director of Strategic Merchant Banking (2009-2012), and Executive Director of Investment Banking (2004-2009). He also served as Vice President, Investment Banking at Citi from 1998 to 2004 and gained early experience as a Summer Associate at Salomon Brothers Inc. in 1997.
Experience in Sales Engineering
Before transitioning to finance, Brett Dunk worked as a Sales Engineer at PPG Chemfil Corp and Calgon Corporation from 1993 to 1996. In these roles, he developed a strong foundation in client management and technical sales, a valuable skill set that complemented his later financial career.
Education and Achievements
Brett Dunk holds an MBA from Ivey Business School at Western University, which he completed between 1996 and 1998. He also earned a Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering from Queen's University from 1988 to 1992. His academic background laid the groundwork for his diversified career, spanning over various industries, achieving significant transaction volumes and strategic development goals.