John Townsend
About John Townsend
John Townsend is a Senior Manager and Team Lead at CIBC, specializing in agriculture and diversified businesses with extensive experience in commercial credit and account management.
Current Position at CIBC
John Townsend holds the position of Senior Manager, Team Lead at CIBC. Serving in this role since 2013, he is responsible for driving team performance and ensuring optimal client service. His responsibilities include coaching team members and delivering customized credit structuring and treasury solutions, focusing on various business sectors, particularly agriculture.
Previous Experience at RBC Royal Bank
John Townsend's career includes various significant roles at RBC Royal Bank. From 2010 to 2013, he worked as a Commercial Credit Advisor specializing in Agriculture in Guelph, Ontario. Prior to this, he was a Commercial Account Manager from 2007 to 2009 and an Agricultural Account Manager from 2005 to 2007. Through these roles, he gained extensive experience in managing agricultural accounts and advising on commercial credit.
Education and Expertise
John Townsend graduated from the University of Guelph with an Honours Bachelor of Commerce degree in Agricultural Business. His academic background provides him with industry-specific expertise in agriculture, enabling him to deliver specialized services in credit structuring and business development.
Focus on Business Development
John Townsend focuses on business development and origination with an aim to improve market share and enhance the profile of financial institutions. His work is concentrated within the Wellington, Dufferin, Perth, Grey, and Bruce regions, where he strives to create impactful financial solutions that benefit both the institutions and their clients.