### Natacha Gallou Takes the Helm at Crédit Agricole CIB in the Americas
Crédit Agricole CIB has announced the appointment of Natacha Gallou as the Senior Regional Officer for the Americas, effective October 1, 2025. In this new capacity, Gallou will be responsible for overseeing all operations of the bank across both North and South America. She will be based in New York City and will report directly to Jean-François Balaÿ, the Chief Executive Officer of Crédit Agricole CIB.
### Transition of Leadership
Gallou’s appointment follows the transition of former Senior Regional Officer Stéphane Ducroizet, who is set to take on the role of Deputy Chief Executive Officer focused on financing activities in Paris starting November 1, 2025. This shift in leadership marks a strategic move within the organization as it aims to enhance its presence and operations in the Americas.
In her remarks concerning the new role, Gallou expressed her gratitude and acknowledged the existing team’s accomplishments. She emphasized her commitment to building upon the strong foundation laid by her predecessor and highlighted the importance of maintaining strong client relationships while driving innovative solutions in the financial sector. Her leadership will navigate the bank through the next phase of growth, underscoring the strategic significance of the Americas market to Crédit Agricole CIB.
### A Proven Track Record
Before her current appointment, Gallou served as the Deputy General Manager and Global Chief Risk Officer from 2022. Her extensive career at Crédit Agricole spans nearly two decades, during which she held various leadership roles within the Corporate Risk department from 2007 to 2022, managing diverse industry sectors. Gallou also gained valuable experience in Debt Restructuring and Advisory Services, working in both Paris and London, and has been part of the banking industry since 1992 when she began her career at Indosuez.
### About Crédit Agricole CIB
Crédit Agricole CIB is the corporate and investment banking division of the Crédit Agricole Group, recognized as the tenth largest banking entity worldwide by total assets, as reported in July 2025 by The Banker. With a workforce exceeding 10,000 employees globally, Crédit Agricole CIB supports a wide range of clients, including large corporations and institutional investors, providing comprehensive solutions across various financial services. The bank is also noted for its leadership in sustainable finance, demonstrating a commitment to climate finance initiatives.
For further details on Crédit Agricole CIB’s services and operations, visit their official website at www.ca-cib.com.
For media inquiries, please contact Jenna Lee, Head of Communications for the Americas, via email at jenna.lee@ca-cib.com or by phone at +1 212 261 7328.
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