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Richard Jardim

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Insight Partners source, reviewed October 8, 2026: Richard leads the global Technology & Innovation team in his role as Chief Technology & Information Officer (CIO/CTO) for CIBC (Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce – a large North American based Financial institution). In this role Richard is responsible for delivering strategic, high-quality, innovative, and operationally resilient technology solutions that contribute to building a relationship-oriented bank for a modern world. His team is focused on driving technology innovation, agility, speed and simplicity across their technology platforms, as well as implementing many of the investments they are making to transform their bank and create the best experience for their strategic business units, employees, and clients. In prior roles at CIBC, Richard has also led and managed the Enterprise Digital, Process, & Innovation teams, as well as leading many of the CTO & CIO portfolios including Wealth Management, Commercial Banking, Payments, and Capital Markets & Risk Technology. Prior to joining CIBC in 2011, Richard was Managing Director & Head of Technology Solutions for the Wholesale Bank at TD Bank Financial Group as well as working in TD Securities on the Derivatives Trading desks before joining Technology. Richard has been a past Board member of SKETCH (Community Arts Programs for Street Youth) and is passionate about giving back to the local communities. Richard is also currently Co-Executive Sponsor for CIBC’s Run for the Cure which raises key funding for breast cancer and associated research and support services. Richard also holds a 4th degree black belt in Taekwondo and has taught and mentored youth in the martial arts over the years. Richard has an Honors BA in Economics from Western University and also holds his CFA Chartered Analyst Designation and his PMP (Project Management Professional).