Lance Derksen

Lance Derksen is an experienced banking professional currently serving as AVP & Market Lead at Canadian Western Bank since August 2024. Prior to this role, Lance held various positions at CIBC from August 2014 to July 2024, including Director and Team Lead in Business Banking, as well as Senior Manager in Commercial Banking. While at CIBC, Lance managed the banking needs of clients in the Pembina Valley of Manitoba. Previously, from October 2007 to July 2014, Lance worked at Farm Credit Canada as a Senior Relationship Manager, focusing on business growth and customer relationships. Earlier career roles include Senior Relationship Manager and Relationship Manager at Farm Credit Canada, and Promotions and Marketing Coordinator at MacDon Industries. Lance began a career in finance as a Cost Analyst at Maple Leaf Foods Inc. Educationally, Lance holds a Bachelor of Commerce degree with a focus on Marketing and Industrial Relations from the University of Manitoba, as well as a Certificate in Bible and Theology from Providence College and Seminary.