TORONTO, Oct. 2, 2018 /CNW/ - Accord Financial Corp. ("Accord") (TSX: ACD) advises that it has appointed Simon Hitzig a director of the Company effective October 1, 2018. Mr. Hitzig will hold the position until the next annual general meeting of shareholders, at which time he will stand for re-election. As previously announced, Mr. Hitzig became President and Chief Executive Officer of Accord effective October 1, 2018.

About Accord Financial Corp.
Accord Financial Corp. is a leading North American finance company providing distinctive working capital solutions to companies from coast-to-coast. Accord's flexible finance programs cover the full spectrum of asset-based lending, including: factoring, inventory finance, equipment finance, trade finance and film/media finance. For 40 years, Accord has helped businesses manage their cash flows and maximize financial opportunities.

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