Researching Louis Vachon
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The name Louis means "Famous in Battle" and is of German origin.
Records of Louis Vachon on Ancestry
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Birth, Death and Marriage Records for Louis Vachon and the Vachon Family History
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Louis Vachon
Louis Vachon ( born 1962) is a Canadian banker, financier, and business executive. He is currently the chief executive officer of National Bank of Canada, the 6th largest bank in Canada. Louis Vachon announced his intention to retire October 31, 2021, after nearly 15 years in the role. He has been CEO since 2007, previously serving as the bank's chief operating officer. Before taking a full-time position at the bank, he was the president and CEO of National Bank Financial Group, the 4th largest investment bank in Canada.
He was named CEO of the Year by Canadian Business in 2014, and the following year he received mixed media coverage for being the highest compensated banking executive in the country. Vachon is an Officer of the Ordre national du Québec. He is a Member of the Order of Canada and of the Ordre de Montréal and recipient of the Global Citizens Award from the United Nations Association in Canada.
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