Serge Lortie
About Serge Lortie
Serge Lortie is the Executive Director and Regional Head of Wholesale Automotive Lending for the Quebec Region at CIBC, overseeing a portfolio exceeding $1.5 billion.
Executive Director and Regional Head at CIBC
Since 2005, Serge Lortie has served as the Executive Director and Regional Head for Wholesale Automotive Lending at CIBC, overseeing the Quebec Region. In this role, he manages a commercial and wholesale automotive portfolio exceeding $1.5 billion. His responsibilities include developing business plans and sales strategies aimed at increasing market share within the Wholesale Automotive Lending industry. Lortie leads a team focused on executing complex financing transactions, such as senior secured credit facilities. Additionally, he plays a pivotal role in developing business for various CIBC product lines, including asset-based lending and leverage finance.
Former Mid-Market Relationship Manager at Scotiabank
From 1997 to 2005, Serge Lortie worked at Scotiabank as a Mid-Market Relationship Manager in the Montréal region. During his eight-year tenure, he was responsible for managing relationships with mid-market clients, providing tailored financial solutions to meet their unique business needs. His role involved extensive market research and client interaction, adding valuable expertise to his extensive background in financial services and banking.
Credit Manager at General Motors Acceptance Corporation
Between 1990 and 1997, Serge Lortie served as the Credit Manager for General Motors Acceptance Corporation in the Montréal region. Over his seven-year stint, he managed credit operations and was integral in assessing the creditworthiness of both individual and corporate clients. This role provided him with significant insights into the automotive market, laying the groundwork for his later roles in automotive lending and finance.
Education at École des sciences de la gestion (ESG UQAM)
Serge Lortie studied Finance at École des sciences de la gestion (ESG UQAM), where he achieved a Bachelor of Administration (B.A.A.). His educational background laid a strong foundation for his future roles in finance and banking, equipping him with the necessary skills and knowledge required for his extensive career in the financial sector.