In his current role, Vitor Franca oversees BMO’s relationships and risk management with banks in Brazil, Chile, Uruguay, Paraguay, and Argentina. His focus spans financing, trade-related services, and facilitating import/export activities in Latin American countries.
Starting as an associate in BMO’s Global Financial Institutions Group, he has amassed leadership skills and a diverse background in banking – particularly in Latin America – over his decade-long tenure at BMO.
Environmental stewardship ranks high on BMO’s agenda. Franca has emerged as a leader in sustainable finance, aligning the bank’s goals with client needs. Notably, during Climate Week in New York in September 2023, Franca spearheaded a pioneering program introducing sustainability-linked trade loans. This initiative promotes responsible trade finance practices and supports exporting sustainable and low-carbon products from Brazil to global markets.
Originally from Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, Franca relocated to Chicago in 2020. He holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration from PUC – Rio, a Master’s Degree from IBMEC Business School. He recently completed the University of Cambridge Institute for Sustainability Leadership’s Sustainable Finance Program.
Committed to giving back, Franca volunteers with BMO Capital Market’s Latino Alliance Employee Resource Group Leadership Committee. Additionally, he actively participates in Chicago’s Young Jewish Professionals and Latin Jewish communities. Outside work, Franca enjoys exploring Chicago’s culinary scene, playing sports, and spending quality time with family and friends.
