Mel Francis

Mel Francis has a diverse work experience spanning multiple industries. Their most recent role was as the Managing Director - Head of B2B Dealing, North America at Convera starting in 2023. Prior to that, they held various roles at Western Union Business Solutions including Managing Director - Head of Dealing from 2020 to 2023, Senior Manager - Head of Dealing from 2018 to 2020, and Senior Manager - Corporate Risk Management from 2013 to 2018. Before that, Mel worked as a Senior Trader - advisory services at National Bank of Canada from 2009 to 2012. They also held the position of Associate at BMO Capital Markets from 2006 to 2009, and Direct Banking Manager - Venture at BMO from 2006 to 2006. Additionally, Mel worked as an Assistant Marketing and Business development at bayan investment co from 2004 to 2005, and as an Analyst in the Methods and Procedures department at Audi Saradar Group from 2002 to 2003.

Mel Francis has a strong educational background in finance and economics. They obtained their MBA in Finance from the American University of Beirut in 2004 and completed their BA in Economics from the same university in 2001. Prior to that, Mel attended College Notre Dame Jamhour from 1986 to 1998. Additionally, Mel has garnered additional certifications including a Certificate in Derivatives Market Strategies from the Canadian Securities Institute in 2017 and the FRM (Financial Risk Manager) designation from the Global Association of Risk Professionals in 2016.