Leadership

Brian Lee

Chief Commercial Officer

As Chief Commercial Officer, Brian is responsible for CIBC Mellon’s client and commercial activities, including client management, business development and securities lending. He brings a strong focus on client partnership, profitable growth and execution, drawing on extensive experience across finance, strategy and governance.

Brian has more than 25 years of financial services experience. Most recently, as Chief Financial Officer of CIBC Mellon, he led the company’s financial strategy, reporting, planning, performance management and treasury function, while contributing to strategic planning, growth and shareholder relationships. Prior to joining CIBC Mellon, Brian spent more than 22 years at CIBC, where his roles included Senior Vice President, Finance Operations and Global Chief Audit Executive. He also served as Chief Financial Officer of CIBC FirstCaribbean International Bank.

Brian began his career in public accounting and holds a Master of Accounting degree from the University of Waterloo. He is a Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA, CA).