BMO Harris Private Banking has appointed Janine Guenther as vice president & managing director for British Columbia, Bank of Montreal (TSX:BMO) said Thursday.

Diana Reid, who held the position since 2000, has moved to a national role as vice president, national managing director and head of private wealth group and remains based in Vancouver.

Prior to joining BMO, Guenther was the regional head of a Canadian bank’s discretionary money management business for British Columbia.

“Both Diana and Janine bring significant expertise and leadership experience to their respective roles,” says Andrew Auerbach, senior vice president and head of BMO Harris Private Banking.

“Diana’s proven track record of success is reflected in our growth in British Columbia. Janine’s familiarity with the British Columbia market, coupled with her knowledge of the wealth management business, will build on our success and reinforces our commitment to providing optimal solutions to our clients and exceeding their needs.”

Guenther completed her Bachelor of Commerce degree at the University of Manitoba, is a CFA Charterholder and has also completed the Chartered Market Technician program. She is also the President’s Council Representative for Canada to the Global Board of Governors for the CFA Institute.

Reid obtained her B.Sc. and L.L.B. from Dalhousie University. She has been an active member of the community and currently serves as a Governor of the B.C.’s Children’s Hospital Foundation.

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