RBC Global Services announced today the appointment of François Bouchy-Picon as head of Eastern Canada, effective March 1. Bouchy-Picon is responsible for client service, new business development, and relationship management of all the firm’s corporate and institutional clients in Eastern Canada.

“François brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise as well as a deep understanding of our business that will be of tremendous benefit to our clients,” said José Placido, executive vp RBC Global Services. “His commitment and leadership are valuable additions to our management team and will help us continue to deliver the superior service that our clients have come to expect.”

Most recently, Bouchy-Picon was vp, market development, Royal Bank of Canada (New York) where he was responsible for sales, relationship management and strategy implementation for Global Services. Prior to that, he held various executive positions within Royal Trust. With over 32 years of industry experience, Bouchy-Picon has worked for a number of trust companies and financial institutions.