Rachel Manno joins the CLA as Board Secretary
PRESS RELEASE
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
CLA Appoints Rachel Manno, Partner at Wildeboer Dellelce LLP, to Board of Directors as Secretary
Toronto, ON – May 2, 2025
The Canadian Lenders Association (CLA) is pleased to announce the appointment of Rachel Manno, Partner at Wildeboer Dellelce LLP, to its Board of Directors, where she will serve as Secretary.
Rachel is a highly respected secured lending lawyer with a career spanning private practice, in-house legal counsel at a major Canadian financial institution, and operational leadership at a fintech lending firm. Her diverse experience across legal, banking, and technology sectors brings strategic insight and thought leadership to the CLA’s mission to promote innovation, transparency, and responsible lending in Canada.
“We are thrilled to welcome Rachel to the CLA’s Board of Directors,” said Gary Schwartz, President of the Canadian Lenders Association. “Her depth of experience and strategic vision will strengthen our ability to advocate for the future of lending in Canada. Rachel’s cross-sector expertise makes her an ideal addition to our leadership team.”
Rachel’s appointment underscores the CLA’s ongoing commitment to robust governance and inclusive industry representation, supporting lenders of all sizes—from emerging fintechs to Canada’s leading financial institutions.
For more information, visit www.canadianlenders.org.
About the Canadian Lenders Association
The Canadian Lenders Association (CLA) represents Canada’s leading companies in the lending ecosystem. CLA’s mission is to support the growth of safe, accessible, and innovative lending practices across the country by fostering dialogue, advancing regulatory clarity, and providing a platform for collaboration among banks, credit unions, fintechs, and service providers.
About Wildeboer Dellelce LLP
Wildeboer Dellelce LLP is one of Canada’s leading corporate, securities, and business transaction law firms. Based in Toronto, the firm provides legal services across a wide range of practice areas including corporate finance, secured lending, tax, and fintech. With a strong commitment to client service and industry innovation, Wildeboer Dellelce is recognized for advising on complex transactions and serving as a trusted advisor to both emerging and established businesses. Learn more at www.wildlaw.ca.