CAE Inc. has appointed Ryan McLeod, CPA, CA, as Chief Financial Officer (CFO), effective 23 February 2026. In this role, McLeod will lead CAE’s global finance organisation and play a central role in advancing the company’s strategic growth and operational excellence.
The appointment follows a comprehensive search process. To ensure a smooth transition, McLeod will work closely with interim CFO Constantino Malatesta, who will continue to support continuity across the finance team.
“I’m looking forward to partnering with Ryan, who brings strong financial leadership experience from guiding a high-growth, global public company through significant expansion and transformation,” said Matthew Bromberg, President and Chief Executive Officer. “His proven track record in driving operational excellence, executing strategic acquisitions and engaging effectively with the investment community makes him ideally suited to lead CAE’s finance organisation as we advance our strategic priorities.”
McLeod is an accomplished finance executive, recognised for his strategic leadership and ability to drive organisational performance. He brings extensive experience overseeing the financial operations of a multi-billion-dollar, publicly listed company. Since 2020, he has served as Chief Financial Officer of ATS Corporation, a CA$3 billion automation solutions leader headquartered in Cambridge, Ontario, where he has led the global finance team, shaped financial strategy and supported sustainable growth.
