LUNCHEON: Canada's Economic Future: An Exclusive Conversation with David McKay
Join the Halifax Chamber of Commerce and RBC President and CEO Dave McKay for an important conversation on Canada’s economic future in an increasingly complex global economy. The in-depth discussion will cover Dave’s vision for a more prosperous Canada including how the country can better invest in its energy future, better prepare the next generation for the future of work and innovation, and better thrive in the data-driven economy of the future.
Host Sponsor: Innovation Sponsor:
David McKay
President and CEO, RBC
Dave McKay is President and CEO of RBC, Canada’s biggest bank, and one of the largest in the world based on market capitalization. Dave is credited with helping transform the bank’s retail division and introduce new technology that has enabled RBC to adapt and evolve to rapidly-changing consumer demands. Appointed President and CEO in 2014, the following year he led the acquisition of City National Corporation, creating a platform for growth with institutional, corporate and high net worth clients in the U.S.
Dave started his career at RBC in 1988 as a computer programmer before moving to the organization’s retail banking arm. He then held progressively senior roles in Canada and Japan in retail and business banking, group risk management, and corporate banking, ultimately becoming Group Head, Personal & Commercial Banking in 2012. Dave was named ‘Retail Banker of the Year’ in 2012 and 2015 by Retail Banker International.
An unwavering champion for Canada’s innovation ecosystem, Dave is leading RBC’s support for and partnerships with universities, start-ups and accelerators, particularly in transformational technologies such as artificial intelligence and blockchain. He is also a passionate advocate for youth, promoting the benefits of work-integrated learning and supporting the development of RBC Future Launch, a 10-year, $500 million commitment to help young people build the skills and capabilities required to succeed in a changing world.
Dave holds a Bachelor of Mathematics and an honorary Doctor of Mathematics degree from the University of Waterloo. He also holds an MBA from the Richard Ivey School of Business at the University of Western Ontario and an honorary Doctor of Laws degree from Ryerson University.
Date and Time
Thursday Apr 4, 2019
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM ADT
April 4, 2019
11:30am - 1:30pm
Location
Halifax Marriott Harbourfront
Nova Scotia Ballroom
1919 Upper Water St
Halifax NS B3H 2P6
Fees/Admission
Members:
$54.95 / Table of 10 $549.50
Future Members:
$84.95 / Table of 10 $849.50
All prices subject to HST
Not-for-Profit / Student Discount available upon registration
Contact Mandi Bowser with any questions or concerns about registration.
Contact Information
Ashley Stobo
Events Specialist
(902)481-1226
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