Patrick Girard
About Patrick Girard
Patrick Girard is the Directeur général at Desjardins Entreprises Outaouais, with over two decades of experience in the financial services industry.
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Patrick Girard is the Directeur Général Desjardins Entreprises Outaouais, based in Levis, Quebec, Canada. He currently holds a dual role as Directeur principal Desjardins Entreprises Haut-Richelieu/Yamaska in Haut-Richelieu/Yamaska.
Career at Desjardins
Patrick Girard began his career at Desjardins in 2013, serving as Directeur général Desjardins Entreprises in the Régions Érable - Lotbinière - Outaouais for four years. He also led Desjardins Entreprises Des Samares as Directeur général for three years. Since January 2018, he has been the Directeur principal Desjardins Entreprises Haut-Richelieu/Yamaska. His current role as Directeur Général Desjardins Entreprises Outaouais underscores his long-standing commitment to the company.
Career at Banque Nationale du Canada
Patrick Girard spent 16 years at Banque Nationale du Canada, where he held various roles. From 1997 to 2004, he was Directeur de comptes SAE. He subsequently advanced to the position of Vice-président associé for Québec et Atlantique, a role he held for nine years until 2013. His tenure at Banque Nationale du Canada helped him develop extensive experience in corporate finance and regional business development.
Education and Expertise
Patrick Girard completed his MBA in Financement des entreprises et gestion du capital humain from Université du Québec à Montréal between 2001 and 2003. This academic background has equipped him with expertise in corporate finance and human capital management. His educational qualifications, combined with his extensive experience, make him a seasoned professional in the financial services industry.
Industry Experience
With over two decades of experience in the financial services industry, Patrick Girard has developed a strong background in corporate finance and regional business development. He has managed multiple regions, including Régions Érable - Lotbinière - Outaouais and Des Samares, demonstrating his capability in leading and managing diverse teams and business units.