Todd Giles leads a team of financial professionals in the delivery of financial and strategic advisory services for global corporate clients across the Food, Consumer and Agribusiness industry verticals. He brings 30 years of experience in financial services and is dedicated to cultivating long-term partnerships with clients that drive growth, optimize capital structures, and enhance shareholder value. 

 
A strategic leader, Todd has orchestrated significant growth throughout his tenure by refining BMO’s go-to-market strategy, establishing separate industry verticals to drive specialization, and implementing strategic initiatives that drive revenue growth. 

Prior to his current role, Todd led BMO’s National Industries Team serving key industry verticals including Transportation/Railway, Metals (Cash Flow), Business and Professional Services, Insurance, Consumer, and Midcorp.  

Before transitioning to commercial banking, Todd worked in investment banking for over a decade. While at J.P. Morgan and BMO, he developed his strategic analysis and expertise in capital structure that has been instrumental throughout his career. 

Beyond his professional career, Todd is passionate about mentoring the next generation of finance professionals. For over 15 years, he has mentored Morehouse College students, helping over 60 graduates secure positions at BMO. He also is a guest instructor at Morehouse and is dedicated to increasing exposure to finance and banking for students of color. Deeply committed to his community, Todd serves on the Boards of the Metro Atlanta Chamber and Youth Villages. 

 
Todd holds a Juris Doctor and Master of Business Administration from Vanderbilt University and earned his undergraduate degree in Business Administration from Morehouse College. A Certified Public Accountant (CPA), he is a member of the AICPA and the Georgia Society of CPAs.