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Diane Cooper and Brian McManus Appointed to Bank of Montreal Board of Directors

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Bank of Montreal (BMO) has announced the appointment of two new members to its Board of Directors: Diane Cooper and Brian McManus. Cooper, formerly President and CEO of GE Capital's Commercial Distribution business, brings extensive financial services experience and currently serves on several boards including BMO Financial Corp. McManus, currently Executive Chair of Polycor Inc., brings leadership experience from roles including Executive Chair and CEO of Uni-Select and CEO of Stella-Jones. Both directors bring significant industry expertise and leadership experience to BMO's board.

La Banca di Montreal (BMO) ha annunciato la nomina di due nuovi membri nel suo Consiglio di Amministrazione: Diane Cooper e Brian McManus. Cooper, ex Presidente e CEO del business di Distribuzione Commerciale di GE Capital, porta con sé un'ampia esperienza nei servizi finanziari e attualmente è membro di diversi consigli, tra cui quello di BMO Financial Corp. McManus, attualmente Presidente Esecutivo di Polycor Inc., offre esperienza di leadership grazie ai suoi ruoli, tra cui Presidente Esecutivo e CEO di Uni-Select e CEO di Stella-Jones. Entrambi i direttori portano significative competenze nel settore e esperienza di leadership al consiglio di BMO.

El Banco de Montreal (BMO) ha anunciado el nombramiento de dos nuevos miembros en su Junta Directiva: Diane Cooper y Brian McManus. Cooper, ex Presidenta y CEO de la división de Distribución Comercial de GE Capital, aporta una amplia experiencia en servicios financieros y actualmente forma parte de varias juntas, incluyendo BMO Financial Corp. McManus, actual Presidente Ejecutivo de Polycor Inc., aporta experiencia en liderazgo de roles como Presidente Ejecutivo y CEO de Uni-Select y CEO de Stella-Jones. Ambos directores aportan una significativa pericia en la industria y experiencia en liderazgo a la junta de BMO.

몬트리올 은행(BMO)은 이사회의 새로운 두 멤버인 다이안 쿠퍼브라이언 맥마누스의 임명을 발표했습니다. 쿠퍼는 GE 캐피탈의 상업 유통 사업의 전 사장이자 CEO로, 광범위한 금융 서비스 경험을 가지고 있으며 현재 BMO 금융법인을 포함한 여러 이사회에서 활동하고 있습니다. 맥마누스는 현재 폴리코르(Plycor) Inc.의 이그제큐티브 의장으로, 유니셀렉트(Uni-Select) 이그제큐티브 의장 및 CEO와 스텔라-존스(Stella-Jones) CEO 등의 역할에서 리더십 경험을 가지고 있습니다. 두 이사는 BMO 이사회에 중요한 산업 전문성과 리더십 경험을 제공합니다.

La Banque de Montréal (BMO) a annoncé la nomination de deux nouveaux membres à son Conseil d'Administration : Diane Cooper et Brian McManus. Cooper, ancienne présidente et directrice générale de la division Commercial Distribution de GE Capital, apporte une vaste expérience dans les services financiers et siège actuellement à plusieurs conseils, y compris celui de BMO Financial Corp. McManus, actuellement président exécutif de Polycor Inc., apporte une expérience en leadership de ses précédents postes, notamment président exécutif et PDG d'Uni-Select et PDG de Stella-Jones. Les deux directeurs apportent une expertise significative de l'industrie et une expérience en leadership au conseil de BMO.

Die Bank von Montreal (BMO) hat die Ernennung von zwei neuen Mitgliedern in ihren Verwaltungsrat bekanntgegeben: Diane Cooper und Brian McManus. Cooper, ehemalige Präsidentin und CEO des Geschäftsbereichs Commercial Distribution von GE Capital, bringt umfangreiche Erfahrungen im Finanzdienstleistungssektor mit und ist derzeit in mehreren Aufsichtsräten tätig, darunter auch bei BMO Financial Corp. McManus, derzeit Executive Chair von Polycor Inc., bringt Führungserfahrung aus seinen Rollen, einschließlich Executive Chair und CEO von Uni-Select und CEO von Stella-Jones, mit. Beide Direktoren bringen erhebliche Branchenkenntnisse und Führungserfahrung in den BMO-Verwaltungsrat ein.

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  • Addition of experienced financial services executive with GE Capital leadership background
  • Strengthening of board expertise with seasoned corporate executives
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TORONTO, Oct. 29, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -Bank of Montreal today announced the appointment of Diane Cooper and Brian McManus to its Board of Directors.

"We are pleased to welcome Diane and Brian to the Board of Directors," said George Cope, Chair of the Board. "They each bring significant skills and experience and will be a valuable addition to our board."

Ms. Cooper was formerly President and CEO of GE Capital's Commercial Distribution business and an officer of GE Company. She also led the GE Capital Equipment Finance and Franchise Finance businesses and previously held senior roles in Franchise Finance, Real Estate and Consumer Finance at GE. Ms. Cooper currently serves as a Board Member and Risk Oversight and Capital Committee Chair at BMO's U.S. subsidiary, BMO Financial Corp.; Board Member at BMO Bank N.A.; and Board Member and Risk Committee Chair at StoneX Group. Ms. Cooper holds a B.A. in Business and an M.B.A. from Baker University. 

Mr. McManus is the Executive Chair of Polycor Inc., a global leader in the natural stone industry. Prior to that, he served as Executive Chair and Chief Executive Officer of Uni-Select after many years as President and Chief Executive Officer of Stella-Jones. Mr. McManus currently serves as a Board Member and Audit Committee Chair at Metro Inc. Mr. McManus holds a B.A. from McGill University and an M.B.A. from Ivey School of Business, University of Western Ontario.

About BMO Financial Group 

BMO Financial Group is the eighth largest bank in North America by assets, with total assets of $1.4 trillion as of July 31, 2024. Serving customers for 200 years and counting, BMO is a diverse team of highly engaged employees providing a broad range of personal and commercial banking, wealth management, global markets and investment banking products and services to 13 million customers across Canada, the United States, and in select markets globally. Driven by a single purpose, to Boldly Grow the Good in business and life, BMO is committed to driving positive change in the world, and making progress for a thriving economy, sustainable future, and inclusive society. 

Internet: www.bmo.com X: @BMOMedia

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FAQ

Who are the new directors appointed to BMO's Board in October 2024?

Diane Cooper and Brian McManus were appointed to Bank of Montreal's Board of Directors in October 2024.

What is Diane Cooper's background before joining BMO's Board?

Diane Cooper was previously President and CEO of GE Capital's Commercial Distribution business and an officer of GE Company, with experience in Equipment Finance and Franchise Finance.

What is Brian McManus's current role outside of BMO's Board?

Brian McManus is currently the Executive Chair of Polycor Inc., a global leader in the natural stone industry.

What other board positions does Diane Cooper hold related to BMO?

Diane Cooper serves as a Board Member and Risk Oversight and Capital Committee Chair at BMO Financial Corp. and as a Board Member at BMO Bank N.A.

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