Experienced banker will manage key mortgage lender relationships
TORONTO, Dec. 19, 2012 /CNW/ - Davis + Henderson Corporation (TSX:DH)
announced today that Christopher Whyte has joined D+H as Vice
President, Strategic Accounts, where he will manage D+H's key Mortgage
Lender relationships.
Mr. Whyte brings nearly 30 years of experience in banking and mortgages
to D+H, having worked for several of the largest retail banks in
Canada, including TD Bank, Bank of Montreal, National Bank and, most
recently, CIBC where he was Vice President, Alternate Channels leading
a combined sales and marketing team, providing sales and product
support to a broad network of CIBC retail branches. During his 16 years
with CIBC, he acquired significant experience in the areas of Personal
Mortgages and Lending, P&L management, business strategy development,
new business development and mobile sales management. In addition to
his role as VP, Alternate Channels, Mr. Whyte's other positions at CIBC
have included VP, Personal Lending Sales at CIBC Mortgages, Lending and
Insurance; VP, National Sales and Service at President's Choice
Financial (CIBC Amicus Division); Executive Director, Business
Development at CIBC World Markets (New Ventures); and Director,
Commercial Banking at CIBC Real Estate Division.
"Christopher is a great addition to the D+H team and his appointment is
a key part of ensuring that D+H continues to listen to our customers so
we always provide them with the best possible service and support,"
said Sal Soyer, SVP, Strategic Accounts. "I am delighted that our
clients will be able to benefit from Christopher's considerable
experience in banking and mortgages."
Mr. Whyte has an MBA from Queen's University in Kingston, Ontario,
specializing in Finance, Information Systems, Strategic Planning and
Industrial Marketing and a Bachelor of Science from the University of
Western Ontario. He is active in his local community, including serving
on the Board of Directors of The Franklin Club and as a volunteer with
the Canadian Cancer Society's Run for the Cure and Holland Bloorview
Kid's Rehabilitation Hospital's Kasting for Kids. He also has served on
corporate boards, including CIBC Mortgages Inc. and Wireless Airtime
Direct Corporation.
About D+H
Founded in 1875, D+H is a leading solutions provider to the North
American financial services marketplace, providing innovative
technology-based programs, products and business services tailored to
our customers' needs. A deeply rooted tradition of developing and
nurturing valued customer relationships and a broad set of integrated
solutions position D+H for ongoing growth in our chosen markets. In
2012, D+H rose to 35th on the FinTech 100, a ranking of the top
technology providers to the global financial services industry.
For more information about D+H visit www.dhltd.com
SOURCE: Davis + Henderson Corporation
