CFA Societies Canada, a newly launched organization formed by 12 Canadian member societies, has elected Christopher May as managing director.

May brings nearly 14 years of leadership experience in the financial services industry to the organization, most recently serving as director of government affairs for Chartered Professional Accountants of Ontario.

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He’ll provide strategic leadership and operational oversight for the organization, manage volunteer committees and represent CFA charterholders in Canada at a national level.

CFA Societies Canada focuses on investor protection policies, thought leadership, and investment management ethics and standards.

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