Zakaria Hammama is an experienced finance professional currently serving as an Associate in the Debt Capital Markets at Laurentian Bank Securities since May 2023. Previously, Zakaria has held key roles at Laurentian Bank Financial Group, including Advisor Business Strategy to the President and CEO’s Office and Business Analyst to the President and CEO’s Office, where strategic initiatives were supported to enhance the bank's competitive advantage. Prior experience includes an Equity Research Analyst position at McGill University’s Desautels Faculty of Management, focusing on investment analysis and strategy development. Zakaria holds a Master's degree in Finance from McGill University and a Bachelor's degree in Economics from the University of Alberta.