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David

Chief Information Officer / Chief Data Officer

About Me

Fractional - Chief Information Officer | Chief Data Officer | Strategic IT & Data Transformation Leader Technology executive with global experience leading enterprise-scale digital transformation, cybersecurity strategy, and IT modernization across financial services, public sector, healthcare, and education. Proven success aligning IT initiatives with business goals, optimizing enterprise systems, and guiding resilient cloud-enabled infrastructure. Trusted advisor to boards and C-suite, delivering scalable, secure, and future-ready technology foundations. Operates seamlessly across fractional, interim, and consulting engagements, mentoring IT teams and embedding innovation, compliance, and operational excellence. Key Strengths: Strategic IT Leader & Thought Partner | Executive Advisory |Digital Transformation | Cybersecurity & Risk Management | Cloud Infrastructure | Data Architect | Data Governance | Business Intelligence & Analytics Strategy | IT Budgeting & Vendor Oversight | Technology Adoption | Cross-Functional Collaboration | IT Operations | Change Management

Jurisdiction

Canada | United Arab Emirates | United States | United Kingdom | Cayman Islands | Bahrain | Singapore

Notable Employer

  • Vice President (Enterprise Data Operations Technology) and Chief Data Officer at EXPORT DEVELOPMENT CANADA (EDC), Ottawa, Canada
  • Senior Data Leader – Technology & Data Strategy, Data Governance, Analytics, Business Intelligence at CANADIAN IMPERIAL BANK OF COMMERCE (CIBC), Toronto, Canada
  • PREVIOUS PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE at Various Organizations

Experience

Seniority LevelExecutive
Years of Experience20+ years
Current StatusActive
Vice President (Enterprise Data Operations Technology) and Chief Data OfficerNotable
2019 - 2025

Led a $23M enterprise-wide digital transformation program, modernizing IT infrastructure, data platforms, and cybersecurity posture for Canada’s official export credit agency, delivering measurable impact across modernization, compliance, and innovation. • Defined and executed integrated IT strategy aligned with enterprise objectives, enabling scalable analytics, secure data sharing, and cloud-first architecture. • Consolidated 42 legacy data warehouses into a unified cloud-enabled enterprise platform, reducing infrastructure costs by >35% and achieving >98% uptime across trade finance, insurance, and underwriting systems. • Directed cybersecurity and compliance initiatives, achieving 100% audit readiness and expanding metadata coverage to 95% of enterprise assets. • Delivered predictive analytics and AI models for trade risk scoring and client segmentation, reducing manual workload by 60% and enhancing decision-making. • Oversaw IT operations and vendor relationships across 117 staff, including 7 director-level leaders, optimizing delivery and accelerating technology adoption. • Generated $4.2M in cost avoidance through automation, legacy decommissioning, and cloud optimization. • Mentored internal teams and delivered data and AI literacy training to 375+ staff, increasing literacy scores by 60% and embedding analytics into frontline operations. • Acted as executive thought partner to senior leadership and board, translating complex technology frameworks into actionable strategies.

Senior Data Leader – Technology & Data Strategy, Data Governance, Analytics, Business IntelligenceNotable
2008 - 2019

Advanced enterprise IT and data strategy across multiple lines of business, supporting scalable systems, regulatory compliance, and digital innovation. • Led modernization of enterprise BI platforms supporting 1,250+ users, reducing infrastructure AND overhead costs by >25% and improving platforms uptime to >95%. • Directed enterprise-wide data governance and cybersecurity programs aligned with OSFI, FINTRAC, NIAC, SOX, and GDPR, strengthening regulatory compliance, enhancing audit traceability, and reducing data-related risk across critical systems and assets. • Spearheaded metadata and data lineage initiatives, expanding coverage to 35% of critical assets and improving regulatory readiness. • Collaborated with C-suite to embed analytics into strategic planning, enabling predictive insights for segmentation, risk modeling, and performance optimization. • Managed IT operations and architecture roadmaps in partnership with infrastructure teams, delivering secure, scalable platforms and enhanced self-service capabilities. • Mentored emerging talent and fostered a culture of innovation, agility, and continuous learning across IT and analytics functions.

PREVIOUS PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCENotable
1993 - 2000

Data Solutions Consulting Professionals Inc, Dubai, UAE Senior Consulting Partner - Data Strategy, Architecture, and Business Intelligence Higher Colleges of Technology, Dubai, UAE, Faculty, Data Management and Business Intelligence Stamford International University, Thailand Head of Management Information Systems Brilliant Computer, India IT Systems Administrator Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited, India Oracle Database Programmer

Education

Masters of Computer ScienceBharathidasan University, India
Present
Diploma of Executive Education Candidate, Management & Leadership Certificate ProgramMIT Sloan School of Management
Present

Skills

Core skills10
Languages1

Skills

Strategic IT Leader & Thought Partner
Executive Advisory
Digital Transformation
Cybersecurity & Risk Management
Data Architect
Data Strategy
AI and Analytics
IT Budgeting & Vendor Oversight
Cloud Infrastructure
Data Governance

Languages

English

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