Fiera Capital Appoints Gabriel Castiglio as Interim CEO as Maxime Ménard Takes Medical Leave
MONTREAL, March 20, 2026 – Fiera Capital Corporation (TSX: FSZ) announced today that Maxime Ménard, Global President and Chief Executive Officer, has begun a medical leave of absence, effective immediately. The company anticipates his return to the role. Gabriel Castiglio, currently Executive Director and Global Chief Operating Officer, has been appointed as Interim Global Chief Executive Officer, also effective immediately.
Leadership Transition
The appointment of Gabriel Castiglio follows the announcement of Ménard’s medical leave. According to a statement released by Fiera Capital, the Board of Directors has full confidence in Castiglio’s ability to lead the firm during this period. Castiglio has been with Fiera Capital since 2019.
Jean-Guy Desjardins, Founder of Fiera Capital and Executive Chair of the Board, stated, “On behalf of the Board and everyone at Fiera Capital, I want to wish Maxime well and a full recovery and look forward to welcoming him back.” He further added, “Gabriel has the full confidence of the Board. He brings deep knowledge of our business, sound judgment, and the leadership required to guide the firm during this period. Our focus on serving clients and executing our strategic priorities remains unchanged.”
Fiera Capital’s Commitment to Continuity
Fiera Capital’s leadership team will collaborate closely with Castiglio to ensure a seamless transition and maintain business continuity across all operations. The firm emphasizes that its commitment to clients and strategic objectives will not be affected by this leadership change.
About Fiera Capital Corporation
Fiera Capital is an independent asset management firm with a growing global presence. The company provides customized and multi-asset solutions across public and private market asset classes to institutional, financial intermediary, and private wealth clients in North America, Europe, Asia, and the Middle East. Learn more about Fiera Capital.
Fiera Capital shares are traded on the Toronto Stock Exchange under the symbol “FSZ”.
Forward-Looking Statements
This press release contains forward-looking statements regarding future events, including the anticipated return of Mr. Ménard. These statements are based on current management expectations and assumptions, and are subject to inherent risks, and uncertainties. Fiera Capital does not guarantee that these forward-looking statements will materialize and cautions readers not to rely on them unduly.