CIBC marks the passing of John Hunkins

TORONTO, 7 January 2025 /CNW/ – CIBC (TSX: CM) (NYSE: CM ) is recalling former president and CEO John Hunkinwho died earlier this week. Mr. Hunkin led CIBC from 1999 to 2005.

“John Hunkin was an inspirational leader who dedicated his career to CIBC,” said Victor Dodigpresident and CEO of CIBC. “He leaves a lasting legacy, including his many accomplishments throughout his 36-year career with our bank, and he will be fondly remembered by our CIBC team.

Additionally, his philanthropic contributions across health care and education have positively impacted the lives of many Canadians, and he will be remembered as a true Canadian success story who gave back to ensure others would have a brighter future.”

Mr. Hunkin assumed leadership of CIBC in 1999. During his tenure, CIBC made a fundamental acquisition of Merrill Lynch’s Canadian brokerage, which strengthened CIBC Wood Gundy and the bank’s position in wealth management and is a key pillar of the bank’s success in this area today .

He has always been guided by a belief in CIBC’s potential for growth and capacity to lead – elements that are at the heart of the bank’s purpose of helping to realize its ambitions. Outside of his career in business, John was deeply committed to helping others.

“John and his wife Susan Crocker has helped to promote education and health care in Canada through their many significant charitable contributions over the years, including landmark contributions to the healthcare system in Nova Scotia where John made his home after retiring from our bank in 2005,” added Mr. Dodig.

In recognition of his impact on our business and our nation, John was awarded the Order of Canada in 2019 for his extraordinary contribution to Canada and for his leadership in philanthropy to strengthen our country for the future.

“Our entire CIBC team extends our condolences to John’s family and will remember him as a bold, authentic leader who cared about the communities we call home,” added Mr. Deadly.

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