{"id":1208,"date":"2019-11-14T15:41:28","date_gmt":"2019-11-14T15:41:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/interac1.wpengine.com\/?post_type=about&#038;p=1208"},"modified":"2026-04-24T10:41:29","modified_gmt":"2026-04-24T14:41:29","slug":"board-of-directors","status":"publish","type":"company","link":"https:\/\/stage.interac.ca\/en\/company\/about\/board-of-directors\/","title":{"rendered":"Board of Directors"},"content":{"rendered":"<section id=\"t4-hero-block_ac3b6f4046e3b2bee23058485165088a\" class=\"block-t4-hero\" style=\"margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 100px; padding-top: px; padding-bottom: px;\">\n    <div class=\"grid-container\">\n        <div class=\"grid-x align-center align-middle\">\n            <div class=\"cell small-12 hero-title\">\n                <h1>Our Board of Directors<\/h1>\n            <\/div>\n                                        <div class=\"cell small-12 hero-scroll\" data-smooth-scroll>\n                    <a class=\"--noborder\" href=\"#h-board-of-directors\"><i class=\"fal fa-chevron-down animated bounce\"><\/i><\/a>\n                <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n<section id=\"interac-breadcrumbs-block_04b2b8828fd94621a5ecfb3b330df999\" class=\"interac-breadcrumbs\" style=\"background-color:#ffffff; margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 50px; padding-top: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px;\">\n    <div class=\"grid-container\">\n        <div class=\"grid-x grid-margin-x\">\n            <div class=\"cell small-12\">\n                <nav aria-label=\"Breadcrumb\" class=\"breadcrumb\"><ul class=\"breadcrumbs\"><\/ul><\/nav>            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n<div class=\"grid-container\"><div class=\"grid-x\">\n<p>Our governance structure is grounded in the law and policy applicable to all corporations as embodied in the Ontario Business Corporations Act and common law. That legislative and judiciary framework is supplemented by regulatory and contractual guidelines in the form of an Amended Consent Order issued by the Competition Tribunal in 2013, and the Unanimous Shareholder Agreement (the &#8220;USA&#8221;), executed by Interac and its 41 shareholders in 2018.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"grid-container\"><div class=\"grid-x\">\n<p>The Interac Corp. Board of Directors is a 13-member hybrid body comprised of 4 Independent Directors; 8 Nominee Directors; and the President &amp; CEO. The Board&#8217;s primary functions are (i) decision-making, through the formulation of policies and the establishment of strategic goals; and (ii) oversight, through the review of management decisions, the review of systems and controls and the implementation of policies. Our Board members bring their industry insights, business experience and individual perspectives to bear while acting together in the best interests of our Shareholders and as a compass for our organization.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"grid-container\"><div class=\"grid-x\">\n<div style=\"height:100px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"grid-container\"><div class=\"grid-x\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-board-of-directors\">Board of Directors<\/h2>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<section id=\"content-toggle-block_ba8c9f5163a5064f26c8800d720538dd\" class=\"content-toggle-block\" style=\"margin-top: 20px; margin-bottom: 0px;\">\n    <div class=\"grid-container\">\n        <div class=\"grid-x\">\n                                        <div class=\"small-12 content-toggle-row\">\n                                <div class=\"grid-x grid-margin-x\">\n                                    <div class=\"cell small-12 content-toggle-copy\">\n                                    \n                                                                            <img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/stage.interac.ca\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2020\/02\/david-clanachan.png.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"alignleft content-toggle-image smush-dimensions lazyload\" width=\"430\" style=\"--smush-image-width: 430px; --smush-image-aspect-ratio: 430\/430;\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/stage.interac.ca\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2020\/02\/david-clanachan.png.webp 430w, https:\/\/stage.interac.ca\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2020\/02\/david-clanachan-300x300.png.webp 300w, https:\/\/stage.interac.ca\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2020\/02\/david-clanachan-150x150.png.webp 150w\" data-sizes=\"auto\" data-original-sizes=\"(max-width: 430px) 100vw, 430px\" \/>\n                                    \n                                                                            <h5>David Clanachan<\/h5>\n                                    \n                                                                            <h6>Independent Director<\/h6>\n                                    \n                                                                            <p>David F. Clanachan was just 14 years of age when began his three decade career with Tim Hortons. Initially joining the company at Restaurant level, his enthusiasm for the business, and commitment to a great Guest experience, didn\u2019t go unnoticed. He quickly advanced to a management position, running several Restaurants while he attended the University of Windsor and earned a Bachelor of Commerce.<\/p>\n                                                                        \n                                    <div class=\"is-hidden\" id=\"content-toggle-block_ba8c9f5163a5064f26c8800d720538dd-row-1\" data-toggler=\"is-hidden\">\n                                        <p>After graduation, David continued his journey with the brand, joining the corporate team in 1992, where he held a variety of positions including Vice President of Operations for Western Ontario, Vice President, Training, Operations Standards and Research and Development and Chief Operating Officer, United States and International.<\/p>\n<p>With his expansive expertise, brand passion and in-Restaurant experience, David became President and Chief Operating Officer for Tim Hortons Canada in 2014. Two years later, he was appointed to his present advisory position \u2013 Chairman of Restaurant Brands International Canada.<\/p>\n                                    <\/div>\n                                    \n                                                                             <a class=\"button-ochre showMoreText\" data-toggle=\"content-toggle-block_ba8c9f5163a5064f26c8800d720538dd-row-1\">\n                                            <span class=\"showText\">Read More<\/span>\n                                            <span class=\"showLess\" style=\"display: none;\">Read Less<\/span>\n                                        <\/a>\n                                                                        <\/div>\n                            \n                                <\/div>\n                            <\/div>\n                                        <div class=\"small-12 content-toggle-row\">\n                                <div class=\"grid-x grid-margin-x\">\n                                    <div class=\"cell small-12 content-toggle-copy\">\n                                    \n                                                                            <img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/stage.interac.ca\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2019\/11\/TD_JaniceFarrellJones29Oct21Final.jpg.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"alignleft content-toggle-image smush-dimensions lazyload\" width=\"1200\" style=\"--smush-image-width: 1200px; --smush-image-aspect-ratio: 1200\/1200;\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/stage.interac.ca\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2019\/11\/TD_JaniceFarrellJones29Oct21Final.jpg.webp 1200w, https:\/\/stage.interac.ca\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2019\/11\/TD_JaniceFarrellJones29Oct21Final-300x300.jpg.webp 300w, https:\/\/stage.interac.ca\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2019\/11\/TD_JaniceFarrellJones29Oct21Final-1024x1024.jpg.webp 1024w, https:\/\/stage.interac.ca\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2019\/11\/TD_JaniceFarrellJones29Oct21Final-150x150.jpg.webp 150w, https:\/\/stage.interac.ca\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2019\/11\/TD_JaniceFarrellJones29Oct21Final-768x768.jpg.webp 768w, https:\/\/stage.interac.ca\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2019\/11\/TD_JaniceFarrellJones29Oct21Final-640x640.jpg.webp 640w\" data-sizes=\"auto\" data-original-sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/>\n                                    \n                                                                            <h5>Janice Farrell Jones<\/h5>\n                                    \n                                                                            <h6>The Toronto-Dominion Bank<\/h6>\n                                    \n                                                                            <p>Janice Farrell Jones is Senior Vice President, Everyday Banking, Savings and Investing at TD. In this role, she is responsible for the growth and strategic direction of TD\u2019s Personal Deposits and Retail Investing businesses, with a clear focus on delivering exceptional experiences and building relationships with customers across every stage of their financial journey.<\/p>\n                                                                        \n                                    <div class=\"is-hidden\" id=\"content-toggle-block_ba8c9f5163a5064f26c8800d720538dd-row-2\" data-toggler=\"is-hidden\">\n                                        <p>Janice also champions the Bank\u2019s strategy for key customer segments and takes particular pride in TD\u2019s leadership in supporting New to Canada communities.<\/p>\n<p>Janice\u2019s TD career journey began in 1991 as a part-time student employee in Branch and Contact Centre\u2014an early experience that sparked a lifelong commitment to customer service and purpose-driven work. After completing her studies, she built a successful career in professional services with KPMG and McKinsey &amp; Company before returning to TD in 2011. Since then, she has held senior leadership roles across Wealth Management, Canadian Personal Banking Product, Branch Banking, and TD Insurance. She also served as TD\u2019s Global Head of Sustainability and Corporate Citizenship, helping to shape the Bank\u2019s impact and reputation both in the community and globally.<\/p>\n<p>Janice holds an MBA from the Kellogg School of Management at Northwestern University and a Bachelor of Commerce from Queen\u2019s University. She is also a Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA).<\/p>\n<p>Janice lives in Toronto with her husband, Dave, and their two sons, Ben and Luke<\/p>\n                                    <\/div>\n                                    \n                                                                             <a class=\"button-ochre showMoreText\" data-toggle=\"content-toggle-block_ba8c9f5163a5064f26c8800d720538dd-row-2\">\n                                            <span class=\"showText\">Read More<\/span>\n                                            <span class=\"showLess\" style=\"display: none;\">Read Less<\/span>\n                                        <\/a>\n                                                                        <\/div>\n                            \n                                <\/div>\n                            <\/div>\n                                        <div class=\"small-12 content-toggle-row\">\n                                <div class=\"grid-x grid-margin-x\">\n                                    <div class=\"cell small-12 content-toggle-copy\">\n                                    \n                                                                            <img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/stage.interac.ca\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2020\/10\/Sophie-Forest.jpg.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"alignleft content-toggle-image smush-dimensions lazyload\" width=\"430\" style=\"--smush-image-width: 430px; --smush-image-aspect-ratio: 430\/430;\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/stage.interac.ca\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2020\/10\/Sophie-Forest.jpg.webp 430w, https:\/\/stage.interac.ca\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2020\/10\/Sophie-Forest-300x300.jpg.webp 300w, https:\/\/stage.interac.ca\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2020\/10\/Sophie-Forest-150x150.jpg.webp 150w\" data-sizes=\"auto\" data-original-sizes=\"(max-width: 430px) 100vw, 430px\" \/>\n                                    \n                                                                            <h5>Sophie Forest<\/h5>\n                                    \n                                                                            <h6>Independent Director<\/h6>\n                                    \n                                                                            <p>Sophie has been involved in the Canadian Venture Capital Industry more than 25 years. She worked for Caisse de D\u00e9pots et Placements for seven years, managing a large portfolio of VC investments internationally with assets of close to one billion dollars.<\/p>\n                                                                        \n                                    <div class=\"is-hidden\" id=\"content-toggle-block_ba8c9f5163a5064f26c8800d720538dd-row-3\" data-toggler=\"is-hidden\">\n                                        <p>Since 2003, Sophie has been a managing partner with Brightspark, an early stage venture capital firm. She has led or overseen more than 50 investments in technology companies in Canada and abroad over the past 20 years. Sophie was involved in a number of successful VC backed companies including Touchtunes, Servicesoft, Think Dynamics, Protecode and Grapple. Sophie also played a pivotal role in the investment, growth and exit of Radian6, leading to a 23x multiple on capital invested \u2014 one of the most successful technology exits in Canadian history. Brightspark Ventures has won the Canadian Venture Capital Association \u201cDeal of the Year Award\u201d, twice for the sale of ThinkDynamics to IBM and for the sale of Radian6 to Salesforce.com.<\/p>\n<p>Sophie is also a Board member of Centech, the accelerator and incubator associated with ESTS (EScole de Technologie Sup\u00e9rieure) in Montr\u00e9al. Sophie is active in the Montreal tech community and mentors a number of young founders with a special interest in helping young female founders to strive in the ecosystem. As managing partner at Brightspark Sophie sits on the Board of Directors of a number of companies. Sophie won the \u201cangel of the year\u201d award for her contribution to the angel investment community in 2017, nominated by the National Angel Capital Organization of Canada.<\/p>\n                                    <\/div>\n                                    \n                                                                             <a class=\"button-ochre showMoreText\" data-toggle=\"content-toggle-block_ba8c9f5163a5064f26c8800d720538dd-row-3\">\n                                            <span class=\"showText\">Read More<\/span>\n                                            <span class=\"showLess\" style=\"display: none;\">Read Less<\/span>\n                                        <\/a>\n                                                                        <\/div>\n                            \n                                <\/div>\n                            <\/div>\n                                        <div class=\"small-12 content-toggle-row\">\n                                <div class=\"grid-x grid-margin-x\">\n                                    <div class=\"cell small-12 content-toggle-copy\">\n                                    \n                                                                            <img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/stage.interac.ca\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2020\/02\/william-g-mcewan.png.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"alignleft content-toggle-image smush-dimensions lazyload\" width=\"430\" style=\"--smush-image-width: 430px; --smush-image-aspect-ratio: 430\/430;\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/stage.interac.ca\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2020\/02\/william-g-mcewan.png.webp 430w, https:\/\/stage.interac.ca\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2020\/02\/william-g-mcewan-300x300.png.webp 300w, https:\/\/stage.interac.ca\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2020\/02\/william-g-mcewan-150x150.png.webp 150w\" data-sizes=\"auto\" data-original-sizes=\"(max-width: 430px) 100vw, 430px\" \/>\n                                    \n                                                                            <h5>William G. McEwan<\/h5>\n                                    \n                                                                            <h6>Independent Director<\/h6>\n                                    \n                                                                            <p>An accomplished long-term CEO, Bill was President &amp; Chief Executive Officer and Director of Sobeys Inc., a leading Canadian grocery retailer and food distributor, until he made the personal decision to step down in June, 2012. He also served on the Board of Directors of Sobeys Inc. and that of its parent company, Empire Company Limited (TSX:EMP.A).<\/p>\n                                                                        \n                                    <div class=\"is-hidden\" id=\"content-toggle-block_ba8c9f5163a5064f26c8800d720538dd-row-4\" data-toggler=\"is-hidden\">\n                                        <p>At Sobeys, Bill was responsible for the leadership and oversight of all aspects of growing the company from a $9 billion to a $17 billion organization by leading the development and execution of the company\u2019s long-term strategic plan, building an executive leadership team and executing Sobeys\u2019 food-focused growth initiatives.<\/p>\n<p>Bill began his career at Ferraro\u2019s Ltd., Super Valu Stores, serving 13 years with the company in both B.C. and Alberta in a variety of store, operations, merchandising, procurement and general management roles. He has held a variety of progressively senior marketing and merchandising roles in the consumer packaged goods industry and has played an active leadership role in a number of industry and charitable organizations. He is the recipient of the Golden Pencil Award, the Canadian grocery industry\u2019s highest honour; the Canadian Council of Grocery Distributors Robert Beaudry Award of Retail Leadership Excellence; the Retail Council of Canada\u2019s Lifetime Achievement Award; and the Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee Medal for his commitment and service to Kids Help Phone.<\/p>\n<p>Bill and his wife Donna reside in Meaford, Ontario.<\/p>\n                                    <\/div>\n                                    \n                                                                             <a class=\"button-ochre showMoreText\" data-toggle=\"content-toggle-block_ba8c9f5163a5064f26c8800d720538dd-row-4\">\n                                            <span class=\"showText\">Read More<\/span>\n                                            <span class=\"showLess\" style=\"display: none;\">Read Less<\/span>\n                                        <\/a>\n                                                                        <\/div>\n                            \n                                <\/div>\n                            <\/div>\n                                        <div class=\"small-12 content-toggle-row\">\n                                <div class=\"grid-x grid-margin-x\">\n                                    <div class=\"cell small-12 content-toggle-copy\">\n                                    \n                                                                            <img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/stage.interac.ca\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2019\/11\/Mehrotra_Mat_Interac_Board_Of_directors-1.jpg.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"alignleft content-toggle-image smush-dimensions lazyload\" width=\"2500\" style=\"--smush-image-width: 2500px; --smush-image-aspect-ratio: 2500\/2560;\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/stage.interac.ca\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2019\/11\/Mehrotra_Mat_Interac_Board_Of_directors-1.jpg.webp 2500w, https:\/\/stage.interac.ca\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2019\/11\/Mehrotra_Mat_Interac_Board_Of_directors-1-293x300.jpg.webp 293w, https:\/\/stage.interac.ca\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2019\/11\/Mehrotra_Mat_Interac_Board_Of_directors-1-1000x1024.jpg.webp 1000w, https:\/\/stage.interac.ca\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2019\/11\/Mehrotra_Mat_Interac_Board_Of_directors-1-768x786.jpg.webp 768w, https:\/\/stage.interac.ca\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2019\/11\/Mehrotra_Mat_Interac_Board_Of_directors-1-1500x1536.jpg.webp 1500w, https:\/\/stage.interac.ca\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2019\/11\/Mehrotra_Mat_Interac_Board_Of_directors-1-2000x2048.jpg.webp 2000w\" data-sizes=\"auto\" data-original-sizes=\"(max-width: 2500px) 100vw, 2500px\" \/>\n                                    \n                                                                            <h5>Mathew Mehrotra<\/h5>\n                                    \n                                                                            <h6>BMO Financial Group<\/h6>\n                                    \n                                                                            <p>Mathew Mehrotra, Chief Digital Officer and Head of Canadian Products at BMO Financial Group, is a seasoned finance executive with experience spanning corporate strategy, digital transformation, technology, and product management.<\/p>\n                                                                        \n                                    <div class=\"is-hidden\" id=\"content-toggle-block_ba8c9f5163a5064f26c8800d720538dd-row-5\" data-toggler=\"is-hidden\">\n                                        <p>In his current role, Mat is responsible for driving BMO\u2019s digital transformation while overseeing the bank\u2019s retail deposit, investing, unsecured lending and home financing businesses in Canada.<\/p>\n<p>Mat joined BMO in 2010, where he has held progressively senior roles in the Corporate Strategy, Digital and Personal and Business Banking areas. He holds an Honours Business Administration degree from the Richard Ivey School of Business.<\/p>\n<p>Mat also serves on the Board of Directors of Good Shepherd Ministries in Toronto, which provides over 450,000 meals and shelters over 1,500 people annually. In addition to sponsorship and advocacy, he is passionate about helping the organization leverage digital to drive more significant, sustainable, and consistent donations.<\/p>\n<p>Mat\u2019s expertise in digital transformation, strategy and product management will be an asset in steering the Interac growth strategy as the company continues to broaden access for Canadians to connect to the digital economy.<\/p>\n                                    <\/div>\n                                    \n                                                                             <a class=\"button-ochre showMoreText\" data-toggle=\"content-toggle-block_ba8c9f5163a5064f26c8800d720538dd-row-5\">\n                                            <span class=\"showText\">Read More<\/span>\n                                            <span class=\"showLess\" style=\"display: none;\">Read Less<\/span>\n                                        <\/a>\n                                                                        <\/div>\n                            \n                                <\/div>\n                            <\/div>\n                                        <div class=\"small-12 content-toggle-row\">\n                                <div class=\"grid-x grid-margin-x\">\n                                    <div class=\"cell small-12 content-toggle-copy\">\n                                    \n                                                                            <img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/stage.interac.ca\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2019\/11\/Frank-Psoras1x1.jpg.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"alignleft content-toggle-image smush-dimensions lazyload\" width=\"1200\" style=\"--smush-image-width: 1200px; --smush-image-aspect-ratio: 1200\/1200;\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/stage.interac.ca\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2019\/11\/Frank-Psoras1x1.jpg.webp 1200w, https:\/\/stage.interac.ca\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2019\/11\/Frank-Psoras1x1-300x300.jpg.webp 300w, https:\/\/stage.interac.ca\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2019\/11\/Frank-Psoras1x1-1024x1024.jpg.webp 1024w, https:\/\/stage.interac.ca\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2019\/11\/Frank-Psoras1x1-150x150.jpg.webp 150w, https:\/\/stage.interac.ca\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2019\/11\/Frank-Psoras1x1-768x768.jpg.webp 768w, https:\/\/stage.interac.ca\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2019\/11\/Frank-Psoras1x1-640x640.jpg.webp 640w\" data-sizes=\"auto\" data-original-sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/>\n                                    \n                                                                            <h5>Frank Psoras<\/h5>\n                                    \n                                                                            <h6>Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce (CIBC)<\/h6>\n                                    \n                                                                            <p>Frank is the EVP of Personal Products and Payments at CIBC. He is responsible for CIBC\u2019s lines of business including Deposits &amp; Payments, Personal Lending, Credit Cards, and Insurance.<\/p>\n                                                                        \n                                    <div class=\"is-hidden\" id=\"content-toggle-block_ba8c9f5163a5064f26c8800d720538dd-row-6\" data-toggler=\"is-hidden\">\n                                        <p>He is accountable for the strategic product roadmap, managing the personal banking P&amp;L and end-to-end leadership of the product organization to best meet the needs of clients and help make their ambitions a reality. Frank has over 20 years\u2019 experience in personal banking and payments having various executive roles at TD Bank, American Express and Moneris Solutions. He has a Bachelor of Commerce from Queen\u2019s University and an Executive MBA from Northwestern University, Kellogg School of Management and York University\u2019s, Schulich School of Business.<\/p>\n                                    <\/div>\n                                    \n                                                                             <a class=\"button-ochre showMoreText\" data-toggle=\"content-toggle-block_ba8c9f5163a5064f26c8800d720538dd-row-6\">\n                                            <span class=\"showText\">Read More<\/span>\n                                            <span class=\"showLess\" style=\"display: none;\">Read Less<\/span>\n                                        <\/a>\n                                                                        <\/div>\n                            \n                                <\/div>\n                            <\/div>\n                                        <div class=\"small-12 content-toggle-row\">\n                                <div class=\"grid-x grid-margin-x\">\n                                    <div class=\"cell small-12 content-toggle-copy\">\n                                    \n                                                                            <img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/stage.interac.ca\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2019\/11\/Simona-Salter-scaled.jpg.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"alignleft content-toggle-image smush-dimensions lazyload\" width=\"2560\" style=\"--smush-image-width: 2560px; --smush-image-aspect-ratio: 2560\/2560;\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/stage.interac.ca\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2019\/11\/Simona-Salter-scaled.jpg.webp 2560w, https:\/\/stage.interac.ca\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2019\/11\/Simona-Salter-300x300.jpg.webp 300w, https:\/\/stage.interac.ca\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2019\/11\/Simona-Salter-1024x1024.jpg.webp 1024w, https:\/\/stage.interac.ca\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2019\/11\/Simona-Salter-150x150.jpg.webp 150w, https:\/\/stage.interac.ca\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2019\/11\/Simona-Salter-768x768.jpg.webp 768w, https:\/\/stage.interac.ca\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2019\/11\/Simona-Salter-1536x1536.jpg.webp 1536w, https:\/\/stage.interac.ca\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2019\/11\/Simona-Salter-2048x2048.jpg.webp 2048w, https:\/\/stage.interac.ca\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2019\/11\/Simona-Salter-640x640.jpg.webp 640w\" data-sizes=\"auto\" data-original-sizes=\"(max-width: 2560px) 100vw, 2560px\" \/>\n                                    \n                                                                            <h5>Simona Salter<\/h5>\n                                    \n                                                                            <h6>The Bank of Nova Scotia<\/h6>\n                                    \n                                                                            <p>Simona is Executive Vice President, Cards, Loyalty, Payments &amp; Client Experience at Scotiabank, where she leads strategy and execution across credit cards, unsecured lending, payments, loyalty, and client experience.<\/p>\n                                                                        \n                                    <div class=\"is-hidden\" id=\"content-toggle-block_ba8c9f5163a5064f26c8800d720538dd-row-7\" data-toggler=\"is-hidden\">\n                                        <p>With over 20 years in financial services, Simona brings deep expertise in client experience, digital transformation, loyalty and payments. Prior to Scotiabank, she was Chief Experience Officer at Sun Life Canada and held senior roles at RBC and American Express.<\/p>\n<p>She currently serves on the board of Up With Women and Earth Rangers. Simona holds an Honours Business Administration degree from the Ivey Business School at Western University.<\/p>\n                                    <\/div>\n                                    \n                                                                             <a class=\"button-ochre showMoreText\" data-toggle=\"content-toggle-block_ba8c9f5163a5064f26c8800d720538dd-row-7\">\n                                            <span class=\"showText\">Read More<\/span>\n                                            <span class=\"showLess\" style=\"display: none;\">Read More<\/span>\n                                        <\/a>\n                                                                        <\/div>\n                            \n                                <\/div>\n                            <\/div>\n                                        <div class=\"small-12 content-toggle-row\">\n                                <div class=\"grid-x grid-margin-x\">\n                                    <div class=\"cell small-12 content-toggle-copy\">\n                                    \n                                                                            <img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/stage.interac.ca\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2019\/11\/Ramesh-Siromani-1.jpg.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"alignleft content-toggle-image smush-dimensions lazyload\" width=\"2500\" style=\"--smush-image-width: 2500px; --smush-image-aspect-ratio: 2500\/2560;\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/stage.interac.ca\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2019\/11\/Ramesh-Siromani-1.jpg.webp 2500w, https:\/\/stage.interac.ca\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2019\/11\/Ramesh-Siromani-1-293x300.jpg.webp 293w, https:\/\/stage.interac.ca\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2019\/11\/Ramesh-Siromani-1-1000x1024.jpg.webp 1000w, https:\/\/stage.interac.ca\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2019\/11\/Ramesh-Siromani-1-768x786.jpg.webp 768w, https:\/\/stage.interac.ca\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2019\/11\/Ramesh-Siromani-1-1500x1536.jpg.webp 1500w, https:\/\/stage.interac.ca\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2019\/11\/Ramesh-Siromani-1-2000x2048.jpg.webp 2000w\" data-sizes=\"auto\" data-original-sizes=\"(max-width: 2500px) 100vw, 2500px\" \/>\n                                    \n                                                                            <h5>Ramesh Siromani<\/h5>\n                                    \n                                                                            <h6>Royal Bank of Canada<\/h6>\n                                    \n                                                                            <p>Ramesh Siromani is the Chief Operating Officer for Personal Banking at RBC, leading the alignment and execution of strategic priorities for the Personal Banking business. Ramesh is responsible for driving the Personal Bank\u2019s transformational agenda, overseeing business performance, and managing external relations with government and industry bodies. Ramesh also leads RBC\u2019s Enterprise Payments and Innovation teams that drive forward horizontal ambitions to unlock value and innovation across the bank.<\/p>\n                                                                        \n                                    <div class=\"is-hidden\" id=\"content-toggle-block_ba8c9f5163a5064f26c8800d720538dd-row-8\" data-toggler=\"is-hidden\">\n                                        <p>Previously, Ramesh served as EVP of Cards, Payments, and Transformation, where he was responsible for industry-leading initiatives in cards and digital transformation. He also headed RBC\u2019s T&amp;O Strategy &amp; Transformation team, coordinating transformative projects to enhance digital capabilities. Prior to joining RBC in 2017 from A.T. Kearney, Ramesh held roles at HSBC, gaining over 10 years of experience in retail and commercial banking. He is a Chartered Accountant and graduated with a Bachelor of Commerce (Hons.) from the University of Delhi in India, and an MBA from the University of Western Ontario.<br \/>\nRamesh serves on the Boards of Interac and Moneris and is as active member in various diversity and mentorship initiatives. Ramesh resides in Oakville, Ontario with his wife and two daughters.<\/p>\n                                    <\/div>\n                                    \n                                                                             <a class=\"button-ochre showMoreText\" data-toggle=\"content-toggle-block_ba8c9f5163a5064f26c8800d720538dd-row-8\">\n                                            <span class=\"showText\">Read More<\/span>\n                                            <span class=\"showLess\" style=\"display: none;\">Read Less<\/span>\n                                        <\/a>\n                                                                        <\/div>\n                            \n                                <\/div>\n                            <\/div>\n                                        <div class=\"small-12 content-toggle-row\">\n                                <div class=\"grid-x grid-margin-x\">\n                                    <div class=\"cell small-12 content-toggle-copy\">\n                                    \n                                                                            <img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/stage.interac.ca\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2019\/11\/2025_Photo-Mathieu-Staniulis.jpg.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"alignleft content-toggle-image smush-dimensions lazyload\" width=\"1200\" style=\"--smush-image-width: 1200px; --smush-image-aspect-ratio: 1200\/1200;\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/stage.interac.ca\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2019\/11\/2025_Photo-Mathieu-Staniulis.jpg.webp 1200w, https:\/\/stage.interac.ca\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2019\/11\/2025_Photo-Mathieu-Staniulis-300x300.jpg.webp 300w, https:\/\/stage.interac.ca\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2019\/11\/2025_Photo-Mathieu-Staniulis-1024x1024.jpg.webp 1024w, https:\/\/stage.interac.ca\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2019\/11\/2025_Photo-Mathieu-Staniulis-150x150.jpg.webp 150w, https:\/\/stage.interac.ca\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2019\/11\/2025_Photo-Mathieu-Staniulis-768x768.jpg.webp 768w, https:\/\/stage.interac.ca\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2019\/11\/2025_Photo-Mathieu-Staniulis-640x640.jpg.webp 640w\" data-sizes=\"auto\" data-original-sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/>\n                                    \n                                                                            <h5>Mathieu Staniulis<\/h5>\n                                    \n                                                                            <h6>Vice-President Products, Solutions and Digital Platforms Desjardins Group<\/h6>\n                                    \n                                                                            <p>Mathieu Staniulis is a recognized senior executive in the financial services industry, with over 25 years of experience at Desjardins.<\/p>\n                                                                        \n                                    <div class=\"is-hidden\" id=\"content-toggle-block_ba8c9f5163a5064f26c8800d720538dd-row-9\" data-toggler=\"is-hidden\">\n                                        <p>Bilingual and known for his sharp strategic vision, he has distinguished himself through his ability to lead large-scale transformations within complex organizations. His career is defined by a series of high-impact mandates in digital transformation, customer experience, marketing, and strategy, where he has consistently combined rigorous execution with mobilizing leadership.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>As Vice President of Products, Solutions and Digital, he is responsible for the full portfolio of retail banking products \u2014 mortgages, personal loans, credit cards, payments, chequing accounts, and savings \u2014 with accountability for customer experience, profitability (P&amp;L), operational efficiency, and risk management. He leads the transformation of Personal Services, delivering tangible results such as a 10% reduction in operating costs, an 11-point increase in NPS, and a significant rise in online sales He also plays a key leadership role in shaping Desjardins\u2019 digital strategy, ensuring coherence across its mobile, web, and assisted channels. He oversees the development and deployment of innovative technologies that support the organization\u2019s strategic priorities, including growth, customer experience, and operational efficiency.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>A frequent speaker at international forums, Mathieu is also actively involved in the governance of social and community-focused organizations, including the CHU Sainte-Justine Foundation and Tel-Aide Montr\u00e9al. His leadership has been recognized with numerous awards, including the Digital CX Award in Singapore and the Public\u2019s Choice Award at the Octas in Canada. He embodies a modern and human approach to transformation, focused on delivering real impact for members and clients, and on the sustainable evolution of financial institutions.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>In 2010, he also founded the Desjardins Young Executives Network, creating networking and professional development opportunities for the organization\u2019s 500 managers aged 35 and under.<\/p>\n                                    <\/div>\n                                    \n                                                                             <a class=\"button-ochre showMoreText\" data-toggle=\"content-toggle-block_ba8c9f5163a5064f26c8800d720538dd-row-9\">\n                                            <span class=\"showText\">Read More<\/span>\n                                            <span class=\"showLess\" style=\"display: none;\">Read Less <\/span>\n                                        <\/a>\n                                                                        <\/div>\n                            \n                                <\/div>\n                            <\/div>\n                                        <div class=\"small-12 content-toggle-row\">\n                                <div class=\"grid-x grid-margin-x\">\n                                    <div class=\"cell small-12 content-toggle-copy\">\n                                    \n                                                                            <img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/stage.interac.ca\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2019\/11\/Lisa_Swiderski-1411-2.png.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"alignleft content-toggle-image smush-dimensions lazyload\" width=\"1929\" style=\"--smush-image-width: 1929px; --smush-image-aspect-ratio: 1929\/1929;\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/stage.interac.ca\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2019\/11\/Lisa_Swiderski-1411-2.png.webp 1929w, https:\/\/stage.interac.ca\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2019\/11\/Lisa_Swiderski-1411-2-300x300.png.webp 300w, https:\/\/stage.interac.ca\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2019\/11\/Lisa_Swiderski-1411-2-1024x1024.png.webp 1024w, https:\/\/stage.interac.ca\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2019\/11\/Lisa_Swiderski-1411-2-150x150.png.webp 150w, https:\/\/stage.interac.ca\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2019\/11\/Lisa_Swiderski-1411-2-768x768.png.webp 768w, https:\/\/stage.interac.ca\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2019\/11\/Lisa_Swiderski-1411-2-1536x1536.png.webp 1536w, https:\/\/stage.interac.ca\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2019\/11\/Lisa_Swiderski-1411-2-640x640.png.webp 640w\" data-sizes=\"auto\" data-original-sizes=\"(max-width: 1929px) 100vw, 1929px\" \/>\n                                    \n                                                                            <h5>Lisa Swiderski<\/h5>\n                                    \n                                                                            <h6>National Bank of Canada<\/h6>\n                                    \n                                                                            <p>As Senior Vice President, Distribution Strategy and Personal Banking Solutions, Lisa Swiderski is responsible for establishing and implementing business strategies for the Personal Banking sector for all distribution channels. Her responsibilities also include product and pricing management. She is currently a member of the Board of Directors of National Bank Financial, the Bank\u2019s securities brokerage subsidiary. She has also been a member of the Boards of Directors of Natcan Trust Company and National Bank Correspondent Networks for several years.<\/p>\n                                                                        \n                                    <div class=\"is-hidden\" id=\"content-toggle-block_ba8c9f5163a5064f26c8800d720538dd-row-10\" data-toggler=\"is-hidden\">\n                                        <div id=\"lisa-swiderski\" class=\"\" data-toggler=\"is-hidden\" data-is-hidden=\"q5u30k-is-hidden\">\n<p>In addition to her professional activities, Ms. Swiderski has been involved throughout her career in various organizations. She was director and treasurer of Th\u00e9\u00e2tre Denise-Pelletier as well as Co-President of the theatrical benefit evenings from 2014 to 2016. She is currently director of the Food Banks of Quebec and since September 2017 of the Francois- Michelle Foundation.<\/p>\n<p>She has more than 25 years of experience in the financial services industry and has held various positions that have allowed her to develop a proven experience in different sectors.<\/p>\n<p>Lisa Swiderski holds a Bachelor\u2019s degree in Business Administration and a Master\u2019s degree in Business Administration from \u00c9cole des Hautes \u00c9tudes Commerciales. She also holds the Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA, CA) designation.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n                                    <\/div>\n                                    \n                                                                             <a class=\"button-ochre showMoreText\" data-toggle=\"content-toggle-block_ba8c9f5163a5064f26c8800d720538dd-row-10\">\n                                            <span class=\"showText\">Read More<\/span>\n                                            <span class=\"showLess\" style=\"display: none;\">Read Less<\/span>\n                                        <\/a>\n                                                                        <\/div>\n                            \n                                <\/div>\n                            <\/div>\n                                        <div class=\"small-12 content-toggle-row\">\n                                <div class=\"grid-x grid-margin-x\">\n                                    <div class=\"cell small-12 content-toggle-copy\">\n                                    \n                                                                            <img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/stage.interac.ca\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2020\/02\/paul-vessey.png.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"alignleft content-toggle-image smush-dimensions lazyload\" width=\"430\" style=\"--smush-image-width: 430px; --smush-image-aspect-ratio: 430\/430;\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/stage.interac.ca\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2020\/02\/paul-vessey.png.webp 430w, https:\/\/stage.interac.ca\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2020\/02\/paul-vessey-300x300.png.webp 300w, https:\/\/stage.interac.ca\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2020\/02\/paul-vessey-150x150.png.webp 150w\" data-sizes=\"auto\" data-original-sizes=\"(max-width: 430px) 100vw, 430px\" \/>\n                                    \n                                                                            <h5>Paul Vessey<\/h5>\n                                    \n                                                                            <h6>Chair of the Interac Corp. Board of Directors | Independent Director<\/h6>\n                                    \n                                                                            <p>Paul retired from managing financial services businesses in 2012 after a 40-year career in senior leadership positions with TD Bank, Visa International, Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce, American Express, and Continental Bank of Canada. Paul is proud of his reputation as an innovative business builder who loves working with people.<\/p>\n                                                                        \n                                    <div class=\"is-hidden\" id=\"content-toggle-block_ba8c9f5163a5064f26c8800d720538dd-row-11\" data-toggler=\"is-hidden\">\n                                        <div id=\"paul-vessey\" class=\"\" data-toggler=\"is-hidden\" data-is-hidden=\"ah5dfp-is-hidden\">\n<p>Several business units he managed became and remain category leaders in their segments. While his experience spanned a wide range of leadership roles in personal and commercial financial product categories, his true love and passion has always resided in payment related disciplines. He is proud in having a direct role introducing and commercializing ATM\u2019s, Credit Cards, Debit Cards, Co Branded Cards, Corporate Cards, Chip Cards, and several online payment authentication services.<\/p>\n<p>Paul started his education in business at Durham College in Oshawa Ontario and finished his studies at Harvard Business School in Boston Massachusetts. Paul has always had an interest in education and the arts. He is presently serving or has served as a Director of Durham College Foundation, Ontario Tech University Foundation, Director and Board Chair of Kingsway College School, and a past Director of the Toronto Film Festival. He is also a past Director of Women\u2019s College Hospital.<\/p>\n<p>Paul is married to Kathleen Flynn, has two sons and a daughter, and enjoys spending time playing golf, swimming, and riding his bike.<\/p>\n<p>Paul joined the Interac Board as an Independent Director following Interac\u2019s restructuring in 2008 and was elected Chair in 2020.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n                                    <\/div>\n                                    \n                                                                             <a class=\"button-ochre showMoreText\" data-toggle=\"content-toggle-block_ba8c9f5163a5064f26c8800d720538dd-row-11\">\n                                            <span class=\"showText\">Read More<\/span>\n                                            <span class=\"showLess\" style=\"display: none;\">Read Less<\/span>\n                                        <\/a>\n                                                                        <\/div>\n                            \n                                <\/div>\n                            <\/div>\n                                        <div class=\"small-12 content-toggle-row\">\n                                <div class=\"grid-x grid-margin-x\">\n                                    <div class=\"cell small-12 content-toggle-copy\">\n                                    \n                                                                            <img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/stage.interac.ca\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2019\/11\/S.Vokey_600x600.jpg.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"alignleft content-toggle-image smush-dimensions lazyload\" width=\"600\" style=\"--smush-image-width: 600px; --smush-image-aspect-ratio: 600\/600;\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/stage.interac.ca\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2019\/11\/S.Vokey_600x600.jpg.webp 600w, https:\/\/stage.interac.ca\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2019\/11\/S.Vokey_600x600-300x300.jpg.webp 300w, https:\/\/stage.interac.ca\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2019\/11\/S.Vokey_600x600-150x150.jpg.webp 150w\" data-sizes=\"auto\" data-original-sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/>\n                                    \n                                                                            <h5>Sheila Vokey<\/h5>\n                                    \n                                                                            <h6>President &amp; CEO of Central 1<\/h6>\n                                    \n                                                                            <p>Sheila is a seasoned financial executive with more than 30 years of executive leadership experience with some of Canada\u2019s most prominent financial institutions. Sheila\u2019s career spans business, strategy, risk, and financial management and includes several strategic business transformations.<\/p>\n                                                                        \n                                    <div class=\"is-hidden\" id=\"content-toggle-block_ba8c9f5163a5064f26c8800d720538dd-row-12\" data-toggler=\"is-hidden\">\n                                        <p>Prior to joining Central 1, Sheila was Chief Financial Officer at Payments Canada, which operates the country\u2019s payments clearing and settlement systems. This follows a 17-year career at the Bank of Canada as Chief Risk Officer, and Advisor to the Governor, and Chief Financial Officer.<\/p>\n<p>As President and CEO at Central 1, Sheila is responsible for leading the organization to deliver on its purpose of enabling a thriving credit union system. Transformation is a key tenet of Sheila\u2019s mandate as she guides the organization, its members and clients through challenging market conditions and the rapid pace of innovation that is changing the face of the credit union sector.<\/p>\n                                    <\/div>\n                                    \n                                                                             <a class=\"button-ochre showMoreText\" data-toggle=\"content-toggle-block_ba8c9f5163a5064f26c8800d720538dd-row-12\">\n                                            <span class=\"showText\">Read More<\/span>\n                                            <span class=\"showLess\" style=\"display: none;\">Read Less<\/span>\n                                        <\/a>\n                                                                        <\/div>\n                            \n                                <\/div>\n                            <\/div>\n                                        <div class=\"small-12 content-toggle-row\">\n                                <div class=\"grid-x grid-margin-x\">\n                                    <div class=\"cell small-12 content-toggle-copy\">\n                                    \n                                                                            <img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/stage.interac.ca\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2023\/08\/Interac_Jeremy_Wilmot-1-scaled.jpg.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"alignleft content-toggle-image smush-dimensions lazyload\" width=\"2344\" style=\"--smush-image-width: 2344px; --smush-image-aspect-ratio: 2344\/2560;\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/stage.interac.ca\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2023\/08\/Interac_Jeremy_Wilmot-1-scaled.jpg.webp 2344w, https:\/\/stage.interac.ca\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2023\/08\/Interac_Jeremy_Wilmot-1-275x300.jpg.webp 275w, https:\/\/stage.interac.ca\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2023\/08\/Interac_Jeremy_Wilmot-1-938x1024.jpg.webp 938w, https:\/\/stage.interac.ca\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2023\/08\/Interac_Jeremy_Wilmot-1-768x839.jpg.webp 768w, https:\/\/stage.interac.ca\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2023\/08\/Interac_Jeremy_Wilmot-1-1406x1536.jpg.webp 1406w, https:\/\/stage.interac.ca\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2023\/08\/Interac_Jeremy_Wilmot-1-1875x2048.jpg.webp 1875w\" data-sizes=\"auto\" data-original-sizes=\"(max-width: 2344px) 100vw, 2344px\" \/>\n                                    \n                                                                            <h5>Jeremy Wilmot<\/h5>\n                                    \n                                                                            <h6>President and CEO, Interac Corp. <\/h6>\n                                    \n                                                                            <p>Jeremy Wilmot is the President and CEO of Interac Corp. A seasoned leader in payments, real-time solutions and growth strategies, Jeremy joined Interac in August 2023. He leverages his more than 30 years of global experience to drive Interac growth and deliver shared value for its Canadian Financial Institution customers and for the millions of Canadians using its debit, money movement and verification services.<\/p>\n                                                                        \n                                    <div class=\"is-hidden\" id=\"content-toggle-block_ba8c9f5163a5064f26c8800d720538dd-row-13\" data-toggler=\"is-hidden\">\n                                        <p>Jeremy can offer insights on the evolution of the payments and verification landscape and how Interac products and services help Canadians to digitally interact with confidence.<\/p>\n                                    <\/div>\n                                    \n                                                                             <a class=\"button-ochre showMoreText\" data-toggle=\"content-toggle-block_ba8c9f5163a5064f26c8800d720538dd-row-13\">\n                                            <span class=\"showText\">Read More<\/span>\n                                            <span class=\"showLess\" style=\"display: none;\">Read Less<\/span>\n                                        <\/a>\n                                                                        <\/div>\n                            \n                                <\/div>\n                            <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n    <script type=\"text\/javascript\">\n        jQuery(function() {\n            jQuery('.content-toggle-row .showMoreText').each(function() {\n                jQuery(this).on(\"click\", function(){\n                    jQuery(this).find(\"span\").toggle();\n                });\n            });\n        });\n    <\/script>\n<\/section>\n\n<div class=\"grid-container\"><div class=\"grid-x\">\n<div style=\"height:100px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"grid-container\"><div class=\"grid-x\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"board-committees\">Board Committees<\/h2>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"grid-container\"><div class=\"grid-x\">\n<p>There are a total of seven Board sub-committees, each comprised of a minimum of three members, that are tasked with assisting the Board in fulfilling its responsibilities relating to: finance and audit matters; corporate governance matters; human resources and compensation matters; innovation matters; risk management matters; and matters relating to the RTR Services that Interac provides to Payments Canada.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"grid-container\"><div class=\"grid-x\">\n<p><strong>Independent Committee<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"grid-container\"><div class=\"grid-x\">\n<p>Comprised of Interac\u2019s four Independent Directors and the Chief Executive Officer.<br><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"grid-container\"><div class=\"grid-x\">\n<p>Mandate: To oversee the management of Interac\u2019s Shared Services (Debit, Cash, and Interac Flash) while retaining the sole authorization to make decisions regarding the design and maintenance of the Real-Time Rail payment services.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"grid-container\"><div class=\"grid-x\">\n<p><strong>HR &amp; Compensation Committee<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"grid-container\"><div class=\"grid-x\">\n<p>Mandate: to assist the Board of Directors in fulfilling its responsibilities relating to HR matters, including compensation and succession planning.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"grid-container\"><div class=\"grid-x\">\n<p><strong>Finance &amp; 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