Gabriel Castiglio, currently executive director, global chief legal officer and corporate secretary, will take on the expanded role of executive director and global COO and will collaborate closely with Ménard to optimize the firm’s operational model, manage global operations, and ensure cross-team alignment for scalable growth.
And Lucas Pontillo, currently executive director and global CFO, will expand his responsibilities to also lead Corporate Strategy, partnering with Ménard to define and implement strategic priorities aimed at accelerating the firm’s growth.
Ménard and Pontillo each has more than five years on the executive team and have significant institutional knowledge and leadership continuity to the organization.
Since joining Fiera Capital in January 2024 as president and CEO of Fiera Canada and Global Private Wealth, Ménard has played a key role in stabilizing operations and fostering a culture rooted in accountability and performance. He brings extensive experience in the global investment industry and a strong history of building enduring client partnerships.
“I am honoured to lead Fiera Capital into this new chapter,” said Maxime Ménard. “We have exceptional talent across the organization, deep roots in Canada and a growing global presence. Our focus is clear: execute with discipline, empower our teams and deliver long-term value for our clients and shareholders.”
