Desjardins Financial Security (DFS)

President and Chief Executive Officer of Desjardins Group

President and Chief Operating Officer, Desjardins Financial Security

Executive Vice-President, Life and Health Insurance

Chantal has nearly 20 years of experience in the insurance industry. She joined Desjardins in 2007 and held several key positions before being appointed Senior Vice-President in 2025.

• Bachelor of science in actuarial science from Université Laval
• Member of LIMRA Canadian Executive Advisory Boards and the IDC Worldsource board
• Community involvement with the Dr. Clown Foundation and Centraide’s Québec et Chaudière-Appalaches Major Gifts Circle

CPA, MBA

Vice-President, Wealth Management and Life and Health Insurance Finance and Corporate Actuarial

Mr. Guertin has nearly 25 years of experience in the insurance and asset management sector. He joined Desjardins Group in 2024 after holding strategic positions at two of the three largest life and health insurers in Canada.

• MBA from Harvard Business School
• Bachelor of arts in finance and accounting from HEC Montréal
• Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA)

FSA, FICA

Vice-President, Corporate Actuarial Services and Appointed Actuary

Nathalie has over 35 years of experience at Desjardins. She has held various strategic positions in corporate actuarial science and is known for her empathetic and inspiring leadership.

• Bachelor of actuarial science from Université Laval

Chief Internal Audit Officer

FCIA, FSA

Chief Risk Officer, Life Insurance

Mario has over 25 years of experience at Desjardins. He held key roles in actuarial science and finance before becoming Head of Risk Management. A respected figure in the industry, he sits on several life insurance sector committees.

• Bachelor of science in actuarial science from Université Laval
• Fellow of the Canadian Institute of Actuaries (CIA)
• Fellow of the Society of Actuaries (FSA)

Vice-President, Group Benefits and Retirement Savings

Marie-France has over 30 years of experience in the legal and insurance fields. After beginning her private practice in 1992, she advised and represented various insurers in court before joining the industry in 2004 and Desjardins in 2010.

• Bachelor of laws from Université Laval
• Member of the Quebec Bar

Security Officer

Chief Technology and Cyber Risk Officer

Pierre-Alexandre has over 20 years of experience in technology risk management and cybersecurity. He oversees non-financial risks for Desjardins Group and advises business sectors on best practices.

• Bachelor's degree in information system management (Europe)
• Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer (MCSE) certification

LLB

Director, Legal Affairs and Corporate Secretary

François has over 35 years of experience in law and governance. After practicing litigation for six years, he joined Desjardins in 1993. He now holds a strategic role as Head of Legal Affairs for Wealth Management and Life Insurance.

• Law degree from Université Laval

Director, Human Resources

Vice-President, Individual Insurance

Vice-President, Strategy, Analytics and Performance

MSc, CFA

Vice-President, Investments

Chief Compliance Officer

Chief Anti-Money Laundering Officer, Chief Anti-Tax Evasion Officer, Chief Anti-Corruption Officer, Head of Anti-Fraud and Chief Privacy Officer

MSc, MBA

Vice-President, Wealth Management Operations

BBA, MSc

Senior Vice-President, Partner Networks

Delegate Chief Integration Officer, Worldsource Acquisition

Vice-President and Executive Sponsor, Wealth Management and Life and Health Insurance Modernization Programs

Since joining Desjardins in 2017, Éléna has distinguished herself through her leadership and meticulous approach. She led strategic mandates in IT, compliance, and security before taking charge of modernizing two major business sectors. 

• Bachelor of business administration from Université Laval
• Master of accountancy from Université Laval
• CPA, CA

CFA, FRM, CQF

Vice-President, Investment Solutions

Frederick Tremblay has been with Desjardins since 2002, where he has spent nearly 10 years in management and executive positions. He also oversees operations at Desjardins Trust.

He has a master’s degree in finance from Université Laval in Quebec City and holds a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) designation. He is a member of the Board of Governors of the Securities and Investment Management Association’s Regional Council in Quebec.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage investment solutions
• Select and evaluate portfolio managers
• Distribute investment solutions throughout Canada

Vice-President, Projects and Technologies

Jean-Philippe has over 25 years of experience in information technology. He led growth and transformation initiatives at Bell Business Markets before joining Desjardins. His expertise includes managing complex projects and mobilizing multidisciplinary teams.

• MBA in finance from HEC Montréal
• Bachelor of engineering in Electrical Engineering from Polytechnique Montréal