The Caisse de dépôt et placement du Québec is appointing Sharon White as managing director and head of Europe, effective Jan. 27, 2025.
In her new role, White will work closely with asset class leaders based in Europe and Montreal to contribute towards the vision and strategy of the Caisse, according to a press release. She’ll also promote strong relationships with stakeholders and in the local business communities where the Caisse operates while engaging with partners, government, regulators and industry trade bodies.
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Prior to this role, White was chair of the John Lewis Partnership, the largest employee-owned business in the U.K., for a five-year term.
“White is a remarkable business leader across both the private and public sector,” said Marc-André Blanchard, executive vice-president and head of CDPQ Global and global head of sustainability at the Caisse, in the release. “Her expertise and collaborative approach will help play an important role in developing CDPQ’s global capabilities and contribute to our growth ambitions both in the U.K. . . . and across Europe.”
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