Michelle Bissada, Mmpa, Cpa, Ca
About Michelle Bissada, Mmpa, Cpa, Ca
Michelle Bissada is the Director of Internal Audit, Wealth Management at CIBC, with extensive experience in internal audit and change management. She holds a Bachelor of Commerce from McGill University and a Master of Management and Professional Accounting from the University of Toronto.
Title at CIBC
Michelle Bissada currently serves as the Director of Internal Audit, Wealth Management at CIBC. She has held this position since 2021 and is based in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. In this role, she is responsible for overseeing audit processes and ensuring the financial stability and compliance within the wealth management sector at CIBC.
Past Roles at CIBC
Michelle Bissada has held multiple positions at CIBC over the years. From 2019 to 2021, she served as the Director of Change Management, Internal Audit. Additionally, she was the Senior Manager of Internal Audit Learning and Development from 2016 to 2019. Each of these roles was based in the Toronto, Canada area and involved significant responsibilities in internal auditing and management.
Experience at PricewaterhouseCoopers
Prior to her roles at CIBC, Michelle worked at PricewaterhouseCoopers as a Manager from 2010 to 2016. During her six-year tenure in Toronto, Ontario, she honed her skills in audit management and professional services, contributing effectively to various projects and the overall success of the firm.
Early Career
Michelle Bissada's early career includes diverse experiences in various fields. She worked as a Support Specialist at Doublethink Inc. in 2009 for 10 months in Toronto, Ontario. Additionally, she spent 11 months in 2008 as an English Teacher at Sogang Language Institute in Seoul, South Korea.
Educational Background
Michelle Bissada holds a Bachelor of Commerce (BCom) in Finance and Economics from McGill University. She also achieved a Master of Management and Professional Accounting (MMPA) from the University of Toronto. These academic credentials have equipped her with a robust foundation in commerce and accounting, supporting her professional growth and expertise in auditing and financial management.