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Fiera Capital's CEO Ménard Takes Leave; Castiglio Named Interim Replacement
Effective immediately, Fiera Capital Corporation announced that Global President and Chief Executive Officer Maxime Ménard is taking a medical leave of absence. The Board of Directors has appointed Gabriel Castiglio, the current Executive Director and Global Chief Operating Officer, as Interim Global Chief Executive Officer.
Fiera Capital Corporation, a major independent asset management firm with an expanding global footprint, made the announcement on March 20, 2026. Gabriel Castiglio has been with the company since 2019. Jean-Guy Desjardins, Founder of Fiera Capital and Executive Chair of the Board, conveyed the Board's support for Ménard's recovery and their confidence in Castiglio's leadership. Desjardins stated that Castiglio possesses deep knowledge of the business, sound judgment, and the leadership qualities necessary to guide the firm during this period. According to Fiera Capital, the leadership team will collaborate closely with Castiglio to maintain continuity across all business areas. The company affirmed that its focus on serving clients and executing strategic priorities will remain unchanged.
Key Facts
- Maxime Ménard, Global President and CEO of Fiera Capital, is taking a medical leave of absence.
- Gabriel Castiglio has been appointed Interim Global Chief Executive Officer, effective immediately.
- Castiglio has been with Fiera Capital since 2019, serving as Executive Director and Global Chief Operating Officer.
- The announcement was made by Fiera Capital Corporation on March 20, 2026.
- Fiera Capital's leadership team will work with Castiglio to ensure business continuity.
- Fiera Capital affirms its commitment to clients and strategic priorities during this transition.
- Jean-Guy Desjardins expressed the Board's full confidence in Gabriel Castiglio.
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- Weekly Voice — FIERA CAPITAL CORPORATION ANNOUNCES MEDICAL LEAVE OF GLOBAL PRESIDENT AND CEO; APPOINTS GABRIEL CASTIGLIO AS INTERIM GLOBAL CEO | Weekly Voice