BMO Bank of Montreal Tuesday announced the appointment of two new regional vice presidents.

Christine Cooper becomes vice president for New Brunswick & Prince Edward Island, while Richard Jaques will be the vice president for Manitoba and Northwestern Ontario.

Cooper will assume leadership of a team of 350 professionals who serve customers through BMO’s network of 27 branches in the N.B. and PEI.

She has more than 18 years experience in financial services, occupying management positions in finance, commercial banking and risk management prior to her most recent position as senior relationship manager, corporate finance, at BMO Bank of Montreal. She holds an MBA in Financial Services from Dalhousie University and is a Fellow of the Institute of Canadian Bankers.

“Throughout her career, Ms. Cooper has demonstrated a commitment to customer service while leading her teams to superior performance,” said Steve Murphy, senior vice president, Atlantic Provinces division, BMO Bank of Montreal. “She will ensure that our employees offer BMO customers a superior banking experience and personalized financial solutions during each branch visit or conversation.”

Jaques named vice president for Manitoba and Northwestern Ontario

Jaques will assume leadership of a team of more than 375 professionals who serve customers through BMO’s network of 30 branches in Manitoba and Northwestern Ontario.

He holds an MBA in Financial Services from Dalhousie University and has more than 20 years experience with BMO, occupying various leadership and management positions prior to his most recent position as vice president, Windsor district.

“Throughout his career, Richard has demonstrated a commitment to customer service while leading his teams to superior performance,” said Robert Hayes, senior vice president, Prairies division, BMO Bank of Montreal. “He will ensure that our employees strive to offer our customers an exceptional banking experience and personalized financial solutions during each branch visit or conversation.”

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