We are living in an era defined by rapid digital evolution that is fundamentally transforming customer experiences and expectations.
 
The financial sector is not immune to this new reality with the emergence of new players in this industry as traditional financial institutions adapt to this new reality: instant and ubiquitous data connectivity, AI powered applications, embedded financial services, digital currencies and stablecoins, and cyber threats. 
 
For Canadian banks, all of this is now unfolding against a backdrop of significant geopolitical upheaval, as the Canada works actively to build a resilient and self sufficient economy. How must banks position themselves to continue serving Canadian consumer and companies and to thrive amid such deep and fast transformation? The address will be followed by an interview with France Margaret Bélanger, President of Sports and Entertainment, Groupe CH. 

Please note that the presentation will be in French.
 

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Biography

Jean-François Courville

J-F Courville is responsible for leading and growing Scotiabank's overall business in Québec. In leading the Bank’s growth strategy in the province, J-F works with the Québec team to focus on opportunities across banking, wealth and asset management and capital markets.
Prior to joining Scotiabank in November 2024, J-F was President and Chief Client Officer at Purpose Unlimited, following the acquisition of Wealthsimple for Advisors, where he was CEO. Prior to joining the fintech industry J-F held several leadership positions in major financial firms, notably as Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer at RBC Wealth Management, President and CEO of Manulife Asset Management where he led Manulife Financial’s global asset management business, and as President and CEO of State Street Canada.
J-F is very active in the community, notably as a director and Chair of the Commercialization Committee as the Princess Margaret Cancer Foundation. He is a founding member and past Director of Toronto-based cycling philanthropy club, Les Domestiques, which has helped raise tens of millions of dollars for various charities across North America since 2009. He is also a director on the boards of Samara Family Office and Embark Student Corp. He holds a Bachelor of Commerce degree in Finance and International Business from McGill University and has a CFA designation.

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