Donna Johnston
About Donna Johnston
Donna Johnston is the Community General Manager at CIBC, with extensive experience in various managerial roles within the banking sector.
Current Role at CIBC
Donna Johnston is currently serving as the Community General Manager at CIBC. She has held this position since 2021. Her role involves overseeing community engagement and managing various banking operations within the community. Donna's extensive experience at CIBC and other financial institutions positions her well for this leadership role.
Previous Position in Peterborough
Before her current role, Donna Johnston worked as a General Manager at CIBC in Peterborough, Ontario. She held this position from 2020 to 2021, effectively managing branch operations and client relations within the community. Her tenure in Peterborough highlighted her ability to lead and drive local banking initiatives.
Experience at National Bank of Canada
Donna Johnston has extensive experience working at the National Bank of Canada. She served as the Acting Regional Vice President twice, first in 2014 for four months, and then in 2016 for seven months. Additionally, she held the position of Branch Manager from 2010 to 2020, managing branch operations successfully for a decade within the Ontario Central and North Region.
Early Career at CIBC
Donna Johnston began her career at CIBC in various roles. She served as Assistant Manager from 2003 to 2008, and then as a Branch Manager from 2008 to 2010. Prior to these roles, she worked in the Office of the District Manager from 1994 to 2003. Her career at CIBC started in 1991, working in various retail banking roles for three years.
Educational Background
Donna Johnston studied at the Canadian Securities Institute, focusing on Investments and Securities, and achieved MFR and BCO certifications. Additionally, she attended Sir Sandford Fleming, where she studied Criminal Justice/Police Science. These academic credentials have equipped her with a solid foundation in both financial and regulatory sectors.