Catherine Kristensen
About Catherine Kristensen
Catherine Kristensen is the Community General Manager at CIBC with over 20 years of experience in the banking industry, specializing in coaching, mentoring, and credit analysis.
Title: Community General Manager
Catherine Kristensen holds the title of Community General Manager at CIBC, a role she has been performing effectively since 2019. In this position, she leverages her extensive experience in the banking industry to provide strategic direction and oversight for community initiatives. Her responsibilities include managing a team, driving community engagement, and ensuring that CIBC's services meet the needs of local clients.
Company: CIBC
Catherine Kristensen has a long-standing career with CIBC, having started her journey with the bank in 2004. Over the years, she has taken on various roles within the organization, showcasing her versatility and commitment to the company. She has served in key positions such as Senior Financial Services Representative, Senior Business Advisor, and General Manager at various banking centers. Her deep understanding of CIBC's operations and culture has been integral to her success and the growth of the bank's community programs.
Education and Expertise
Catherine Kristensen's educational background includes a diploma in Business Administration and Management from Northern Alberta Institute of Technology, which she completed in 1998. She also attended Spruce Grove Composite High School and Montcalm High School. Her education laid a strong foundation for her career in banking, providing her with essential knowledge and skills in business management. Catherine's expertise extends to credit analysis, coaching, and mentoring, all of which have been crucial to her various roles at CIBC.
Achievements: Extensive Banking Experience
With over 20 years of experience in the banking industry, Catherine Kristensen has a seasoned career marked by progressive responsibilities. Starting as a Senior Business Advisor in 2004, she has climbed the ranks to become a Community General Manager. Her ability to handle diverse roles, from managing financial services to overseeing banking centers, demonstrates her comprehensive understanding of the sector. Catherine's expertise in credit analysis and her dedication to coaching and mentoring underscore her professional accomplishments.
Background: Roles at CIBC
Catherine Kristensen's career at CIBC is characterized by a series of progressive and diverse roles. She served as a Senior Business Advisor in Stony Plain, AB, from 2004 to 2010. She then moved to the position of Senior Financial Services Representative - Small Business in Edmonton from 2010 to 2013. After that, she transitioned into managerial roles, including Manager, General Manager positions at the Oliver Square and Westgate Banking Centres, before becoming a Community General Manager in 2019. Her career trajectory at CIBC highlights her growth and adaptability within the organization.