Patrick Mercieca, Cpa, Cma
About Patrick Mercieca, Cpa, Cma
Patrick Mercieca, CPA, CMA, is the Director of Asset Based Lending at CIBC in Toronto, Ontario, with over a decade of experience in financial services.
Director, Asset Based Lending at CIBC
Patrick Mercieca has been serving as the Director of Asset Based Lending at CIBC since 2020. In this role, he is responsible for originating new business in the asset-based lending sector, targeting clients specifically in the Ontario region. His work involves assessing financial health and structuring credit solutions to meet client needs.
Previous Roles in Business Development and Loan Origination
Before joining CIBC, Patrick Mercieca worked as Vice President, Business Development Officer at PNC from 2017 to 2020 in the Toronto, Canada Area. At PNC, his role focused on growing the business development pipeline and originating new financial opportunities. Previously, he served as Assistant Vice President, Loan Originations Associate at Wells Fargo Capital Finance from 2014 to 2017, where he played a critical role in loan origination operations.
Early Career in Financial Services
Patrick began his career in the financial services industry with Wells Fargo Capital Finance. From 2011 to 2013, he worked as a Collateral Analyst in Toronto, Ontario. His responsibilities included analyzing and managing collateral to support lending activities. This formative role set the stage for his later achievements in business development and loan origination.
Educational Background and Professional Certifications
Patrick Mercieca holds a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) degree in Accounting from Bishop's University, completed in 2011. He is a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) and a Certified Management Accountant (CMA). These credentials underscore his expertise and commitment to maintaining high standards in the financial services industry.
Expertise in Asset-Based Lending
With over a decade of experience in the financial services sector, Patrick Mercieca has specialized knowledge in asset-based lending and business development. His extensive background in analyzing financial health, structuring credit solutions, and originating new business makes him a valuable asset to his current role at CIBC.