TORONTO, Dec. 18, 2017 /CNW/ - Home Capital Group Inc.
("Home Capital" or "the Company") (TSX: HCG) today announced that
Victor DiRisio will be joining the
Company as the new Chief Information Officer (CIO), effective
January 1, 2018, reporting
directly to President and Chief Executive Officer, Yousry Bissada.
Mr. DiRisio will lead the Company's Information Technology
vision, strategic architecture and innovative digital strategy
while advancing agile IT development and operational support. He
will be instrumental to implementing critical technology platforms
and applications that will support Home Trust's role as a leader in
the mortgage industry including enhancing the delivery of products
and services to continuously improve the customer and
broker experience.
"As we focus on building Home Capital for the future, innovating
and applying technology in our mortgage business to enhance the
customer and broker experience is a top priority for Home
Capital", said Yousry Bissada,
President and CEO, Home Capital. "Victor's leadership and
experience in aligning and delivering technology solutions to
create long term value will be key to supporting Home Capital's
prominent role in the Canadian mortgage industry. We are
thrilled to welcome Victor to the Company."
Mr. DiRisio brings over 15 years of experience in C-level
Information Technology and Supply Chain roles in large national
retail, wholesale and distribution, and manufacturing organizations
leading transformational initiatives. He is also a Globe and Mail
Canada "Top 40 under 40" recipient.
The Company is also pleased to announce additional executive
appointments.
Mike Forshee will join the
Company as Senior Vice President, Underwriting, effective
January 1, 2018. Mr. Forshee will
report to Mr. Bissada, and will focus on providing strategic
insight to ensure continuous improvement of underwriting processes
and protocols. Mr. Forshee is returning to Home Capital where he
previously led the Company's Western Canadian operations for more
than five years, making significant contributions in developing
teams, culture, and the business.
Amy Bruyea joined Home Capital as
Senior Vice President, Human Resources on November 6, 2017 and reports directly to Mr.
Bissada. Ms. Bruyea brings extensive experience and a proven
track record. Most recently, she worked as VP, Human Resources and
SVP of Credit Operations at a financial services firm and
previously held several senior leadership roles at a leading
fintech firm. Ms. Bruyea is responsible for leading the development
and management of the HR function specifically in the areas of
change management, leadership development, talent management,
organizational and performance management, and compensation.
Caution Regarding Forward-looking Statements
This press release contains forward-looking information within the
meaning of applicable Canadian securities legislation. Please refer
to Home Capital's 2016 Annual Report, available on Home Capital's
website at www.homecapital.com, and on the Canadian Securities
Administrators' website at www.sedar.com, for Home Capital's
Caution Regarding Forward-looking Statements.
About Home Capital Group Inc.
Home Capital Group Inc. is a public company, traded on the Toronto
Stock Exchange (HCG), operating through its principal subsidiary,
Home Trust Company. Home Trust is a federally regulated trust
company offering residential and non-residential mortgage lending,
securitization of insured residential mortgage products, consumer
lending and credit card services. In addition, Home Trust offers
deposits via brokers and financial planners, and through its direct
to consumer deposit brand, Oaken Financial. Home Trust also
conducts business through its wholly owned subsidiary, Home Bank.
Licensed to conduct business across Canada, Home Trust has offices in Ontario, Alberta, British
Columbia, Nova Scotia,
Quebec and Manitoba.
SOURCE Home Capital Group Inc.
