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John Cleghorn’s Royal Bank of Canada: A Legacy Built on Tradition and Criticism
Former CEO John Cleghorn faced relentless criticism from financial journalist Rod McQueen, who accused him of failing to differentiate his bank in a competitive market.
askFinz Newsroom· Jun 20, 2026#ceo’s#canada’s#largest#simple.
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- John Cleghorn faced relentless criticism from financial journalist Rod McQueen for failing to differentiate his bank in a competitive market.
- Despite repeated requests, Cleghorn refused to consent to an interview with McQueen.
- Personal encounters between the two often ended in awkwardness and anger on Cleghorn’s part.
- Introduction to John Cleghorn and his tenure at RBC.
- McQueen’s criticism of Cleghorn's leadership style and marketing strategies.
- Personal encounters between the two, highlighting Cleghorn's apparent anger towards McQueen.
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