Chris Georgiou
About Chris Georgiou
Chris Georgiou is the Sr. Director of Real Estate Secured Lending Credit Risk Management at CIBC, with over 35 years of experience in credit risk management, mortgage policies, and real estate valuation.
Company
Chris Georgiou is currently employed at CIBC, a leading North American financial institution. CIBC, headquartered in Toronto, Ontario, Canada, provides a variety of financial products and services, including personal, business, and commercial banking, with a strong focus on innovation and customer service.
Title
Chris Georgiou holds the title of Sr. Director Real Estate Secured Lending Credit Risk Management at CIBC. In this capacity, he oversees the credit risk management for real estate secured lending. He brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to the role, which includes leadership and strategic planning responsibilities.
Career at CIBC
Chris Georgiou has amassed over 35 years of experience with CIBC. His career has seen him occupy various pivotal roles within the company. He began as a Senior Appraiser from 1989 to 1994, then progressed to Active Manager - Appraisal Services, Credit Risk Manager, and Director roles within the mortgage and lending policies and credit risk management departments. Since 2011, he has held the position of Sr. Director Real Estate Secured Lending Credit Risk Management.
Expertise in Credit Risk Management
Chris Georgiou's expertise lies in credit risk management, focusing on real estate secured lending. He has developed comprehensive knowledge in legal and regulatory compliance matters within the financial industry. His responsibilities include leading the unit staff, developing acquisition and account management strategies, and ensuring quality assurance and fraud prevention.
Fraud Prevention and Strategy Development
Throughout his career, Chris Georgiou has been involved in the development of fraud prevention strategies and risk management policies. His role has included ensuring the integrity and quality of lending practices and minimizing risks associated with real estate lending. This expertise is critical to maintaining the financial health and regulatory compliance of CIBC.