Maher Samra
About Maher Samra
Maher Samra is the Head of Liquidity and Cash Management for US Corporate Banking at CIBC, with extensive experience in the financial sector.
Company
Maher Samra currently serves as the Head of Liquidity and Cash Management for US Corporate Banking at CIBC. He has held this position since 2022. CIBC, also known as Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce, is a leading North American bank focused on providing personal and business banking, wealth management, and capital markets services to its clients.
Title
Maher Samra holds the title of Head of Liquidity and Cash Management, US Corporate Banking at CIBC. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing the management of liquidity and cash flow for corporate clients in the United States. This position involves devising strategies to optimize cash resources, ensuring efficient cash flow management, and supporting the financial operations of corporate clients.
Previous Roles at HSBC
Before joining CIBC, Maher Samra worked at HSBC as the North America Head of Capital Goods and Automotives for Global Liquidity and Cash Management. His tenure at HSBC spanned from 2006 to 2022, totaling 16 years. Based in New York, New York, his responsibilities included overseeing liquidity and cash management for the capital goods and automotive sectors, developing tailored financial solutions, and managing client relationships within these industries.
Experience at Deutsche Bank
From 2004 to 2006, Maher Samra served as an Analyst at Deutsche Bank AG. During his two-year tenure, he gained experience across multiple financial hubs including New York, Frankfurt, and London. His role likely involved analyzing financial data, preparing reports, and assisting with the management of client assets and portfolios.
Education and Expertise
Maher Samra studied at New York University, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts in Science (BAS) in Finance and Management from 2001 to 2004. His education provided him with a solid foundation in financial principles and management practices, which have been crucial throughout his career in various high-level banking roles.