Sarah Mitakis, C.I.M.
About Sarah Mitakis, C.I.M.
Sarah Mitakis, C.I.M., is a Senior Manager at CIBC with extensive experience in compliance and governance, particularly in retail and wholesale distribution channels.
Company
Sarah Mitakis is currently serving as a Senior Manager at CIBC since 2018. Based in Toronto, Ontario, Canada, CIBC is a leading North American financial institution. In her role, Sarah contributes significantly to the firm's compliance and governance strategies, particularly related to retail and wholesale distribution channels. She is also involved in the launch of mutual funds and exchange-traded funds within the organization.
Previous Roles at TD
Before joining CIBC, Sarah Mitakis held various positions at TD, including Social Media & Marketing Officer from 2016 to 2018, Senior Compliance Officer from 2011 to 2016, Compliance Officer II from 2008 to 2011, and Compliance Officer from 2006 to 2008. Her tenure at TD, totaling nearly twelve years, was significant for her in-depth experience in compliance, governance, and marketing roles, all located within the Toronto, Canada Area.
Education and Certifications
Sarah Mitakis pursued her Master of Business Administration (MBA) from Edinburgh Business School at Heriot-Watt University, completing it in 2023. Additionally, she has undertaken several certifications from reputable institutions: Officers', Partners’, and Directors’ Course from IFSE Institute in 2021, Chief Compliance Officers Qualifying Examination (CCO) from Canadian Securities Institute in 2016, and the Canadian Investment Funds Course Exam (CIFC) in 2004. She also holds a Business Administration - Leadership & Management Diploma from Centennial College, awarded in 2000.
Compliance and Governance Expertise
In her extensive career, Sarah Mitakis has specialized in managing compliance and governance for both retail and wholesale distribution channels. She has been pivotal in implementing client-focused reforms and addressing conflicts of interest. Her work also includes oversight and testing of non-resident reports and unclaimed property reports. Her advisory role extends to anti-money laundering and anti-terrorist financing measures, making her a valuable asset in ensuring regulatory compliance.
Early Career at ClaringtonFunds Inc.
Sarah Mitakis began her career in the financial industry at ClaringtonFunds Inc., where she served as a Compliance Analyst from 2003 to 2006. Located in Toronto, her role at ClaringtonFunds was focused on compliance-related activities, which set the foundation for her future roles in larger financial institutions like TD and CIBC.