Bruno Defina
About Bruno Defina
Bruno Defina is the Director of Portfolio Management at CIBC, with over a decade of experience in finance and portfolio management roles within the banking sector.
Professional Title
Bruno Defina holds the position of Director, Portfolio Management at CIBC. He has been in this role since 2018, managing various aspects of the bank's portfolio management operations.
Work Experience
Bruno Defina has extensive work experience in the finance sector, primarily with CIBC. He has held several key roles including Director, CFO Support in 2018, Director, Project Finance COE from 2016 to 2018, Senior Manager, Project Finance COE from 2015 to 2016, and Business Finance Consultant from 2013 to 2015. Before joining CIBC, he worked at BMO Financial Group as a Senior Financial Analyst in T&O Enterprise Infrastructure & Technology Development from 2011 to 2013. Additionally, he has experience in sports management, having served as Manager of Tennis Development at Tennis Canada from 2006 to 2011.
Educational Background
Bruno Defina has a strong educational background in finance and business. He earned his CPA, CMA from the Certified Management Accountants of Ontario, where he studied Accounting and Finance from 2012 to 2014. He also completed his MBA with a focus on Finance at York University from 2009 to 2010. Additionally, he holds a BBA in Marketing from the Schulich School of Business at York University, which he obtained between 2002 and 2006.
Financial and Portfolio Management Expertise
With over a decade of experience in finance and portfolio management, Bruno Defina has demonstrated significant expertise within the banking sector. His roles at CIBC have involved overseeing complex financial projects and portfolio management operations, contributing to the bank’s strategic financial initiatives.
Involvement in Digital and Direct Banking
Since 2018, Bruno Defina has been actively involved in digital and direct banking initiatives at CIBC. His work in these areas has been integral to enhancing the bank's digital presence and improving customer experiences through technology-driven solutions.