Simon Philp
About Simon Philp
Simon Philp is the Market Vice President at CIBC with over two decades of experience in financial services, focusing on sales, team leadership, and banking.
Current Role at CIBC
Simon Philp is the Market Vice President at CIBC and has held this role since 2016 in British Columbia, Canada. In this position, he has led market strategies and initiatives, drawing on his extensive experience in financial services to drive growth and performance. His leadership within the market involves spearheading various strategic projects to enhance CIBC's position in the region.
Previous Experience at CIBC
Before becoming Market Vice President, Simon Philp served as Director and Team Leader at CIBC from 2013 to 2016 in British Columbia. In this role, he led teams and managed sales strategies, focusing on both commercial and corporate banking. His tenure in this position contributed significantly to his deep understanding of the banking sector in the region.
Experience at HSBC Bank USA
From 2010 to 2013, Simon Philp was the Vice President of Corporate Banking at HSBC Bank USA, N.A., based in the Greater Seattle Area. He oversaw corporate banking operations, managing relationships with key clients and developing banking solutions tailored to corporate needs. His role was pivotal in strengthening the bank's corporate banking presence in the region.
Roles at HSBC Bank Canada
Simon Philp worked for HSBC Bank Canada as Senior Manager of Commercial Banking from 1998 to 2010. Over his 12-year tenure, he was responsible for managing commercial banking services, where he developed and maintained relationships with commercial clients, and implemented strategic initiatives to support business growth in the Canadian market.
Academic Background and Certifications
Simon Philp holds multiple certifications and has undertaken extensive education in financial management. He achieved the ACMA (UK) designation through The Chartered Institute of Management Accountants. Additionally, he is a Certified Professional Accountant (CPA, CMA) through the Chartered Professional Accountants of Canada (CPA Canada), a certification he earned between 1999 and 2002. Furthermore, he obtained the Certified Financial Planner (CFP) designation from 1998 to 2000. These qualifications underpin his robust expertise in financial services.