BMO's Carolyn Booth Named One of the "Most Powerful Women in Banking" by American Banker

CHICAGO, Oct. 7, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -  BMO today announced that Carolyn Booth, Head of U.S. Personal and Business Banking, was named to American Banker Magazine's list of the "Most Powerful Women in Banking." 

American Banker recognizes individuals and teams that demonstrate exceptional leadership skills, strong business performance and a commitment to driving real outcomes in financial services.

"Carolyn has led her team through a period of impactful change which has accelerated BMO's growth on the West Coast and throughout our U.S. footprint," said Darrel Hackett, CEO, BMO U.S. "This recognition is a testament to both her leadership and BMO's commitment to driving real financial progress for our clients and the communities we serve."

"Carolyn plays an integral role in our U.S. growth story and this honor is well deserved," said Aron Levine, President, BMO U.S. "She has demonstrated BMO's dedication to delivering an outstanding client experience while fostering development and growth of our talented team."

This honor reflects Booth's leadership following BMO's acquisition of Bank of the West, which doubled the size of BMO's U.S. Personal & Business Banking segment.

Under Booth's direction, her team has maintained top-tier employee engagement while accelerating customer loyalty, growth and operational excellence. She remains focused on adopting innovation that empowers and enhances digital experiences as well as personal and holistic client conversations that deepen relationships.

Booth's honor marks the seventh consecutive year that a BMO leader has been named to American Banker's "Most Powerful Women in Banking" list.

About BMO Financial Group 
BMO Financial Group is the seventh largest bank in North America by assets, with total assets of $1.4 trillion as of July 31, 2025. Serving customers for 200 years and counting, BMO is a diverse team of highly engaged employees providing a broad range of personal and commercial banking, wealth management, global markets and investment banking products and services to 13 million customers across Canada, the United States, and in select markets globally. Driven by a single purpose, to Boldly Grow the Good in business and life, BMO is committed to driving positive change in the world, and making progress for a thriving economy, sustainable future, and inclusive society. 

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