The Broader Professional Network: Stephen Dent Neville and Governance In the world of high finance, a leader's influence often extends beyond their primary firm. The name Stephen Dent Neville often arises in discussions regarding his broader network of professional associations and philanthropic involvements. This branch of his identity reflects a commitment to the "soft power" of finance—building relationships and social capital that benefit the industry as a whole. His expertise is so highly regarded that in 2021, he returned to his roots by being elected to the Board of Directors of the Bank of Montreal. Serving as an independent director, Stephen G. Dent now brings his decades of private equity experience back to BMO, contributing to the Human Resources, Risk Review, and Governance and Nominating Committees. This full-circle journey from Stephen Dent, BMO executive to Stephen Dent, BMO director highlights the enduring respect he has earned within the institution.