Firas Kitmitto

I am Vice-President, Corporate Development and a member of the senior leadership team at Power Corporation of Canada, where I support the corporation and its group companies in matters related to mergers and acquisitions and strategic transactions. Over 27 years, I have advised on and executed complex and transformational transactions across multiple industries in Canada and internationally.

Seasoned M&A and capital markets executive with 27 years of experience advising Canadian and international clients on a variety of financial advisory and corporate transaction assignments in aggregate of $150 billion. Extensive M&A and coverage leadership across multiple industries with primary focus on digital infrastructure, telecom, power and utilities and transport infrastructure. Result oriented, with track record of achieving positive outcome across a variety of strategic transactions. Proven problem solver focused on delivering differentiated tactical advice and strategy in complex situations. Extensive experience in dealing and gaining the trust of senior executives and boards. Proven ability to successfully build and manage high performing multi-disciplined teams.

Board member, member of audit, risk and governance and comp committee. Chaired risk and governance committee in 2015. Carta is a Fintech company focused on digital payments and services.