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David DesprésCFA

Executive Vice PresidentPartner

David Després holds a master’s degree from HEC Montréal, is a CFA® charterholder, and has completed the General Management Program (GMP) at Harvard Business School.

Since joining LetkoBrosseau in 2001, he has held various positions as Investment Analyst, Portfolio Manager, and Director of the Investment Team.

In 2025, Mr. Després was appointed Executive Vice President, with responsibilities covering client relations, communications, and business development. He has also served as Chairman of the Executive Committee since 2022.

After a distinguished career spanning more than 20 years at LetkoBrosseau, he is recognized by clients for his passion for the firm, his rigorous approach to investing, and his dynamism.

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