When AI conversations swirl around the next big app or the hottest LLM, it’s easy to forget that the real test happens far from the lab; inside boardrooms where trust and regulation, as well as millions of livelihoods are at stake.
Few people understand this better than Victor Dodig, President and CEO of the Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce (CIBC). This September in Rovinj, he’ll bring a rare, real-world lens on how AI is reshaping finance and business.
Dodig leads a global team of over 48,000 people at CIBC, steering one of Canada’s largest banks through a period of rapid digital transformation. Under his leadership, the bank has evolved into a relationship-driven institution that embraces innovation while staying firmly grounded in its mission: building a more sustainable, inclusive future for all stakeholders. But Victor’s story goes beyond banking. His background includes senior roles at UBS and Merrill Lynch and early years as a McKinsey & Company consultant, giving him a unique perspective on how different industries adapt to seismic tech shifts.
Outside the boardroom, Victor is known for championing growth that works for everyone. He’s the Past Chair of the Business Council of Canada, a Trustee at the Brookings Institution and serves on the board of Telus Corporation Inc. He’s an active advocate for inclusion and equity, with leadership roles in initiatives like the Black North Initiative and Catalyst Canada. It’s the combination of financial leadership and social responsibility that makes his take on AI’s next moves so compelling.
At AI.Weekend, Victor will share what it really takes for financial institutions to embrace AI responsibly, balancing rapid innovation with trust, resilience and long-term value. He’ll dive into how leaders can manage risk, navigate complex ethical questions and keep people at the heart of technological progress. From practical governance to bold strategy, his insights will resonate with decision-makers, AI enthusiasts and anyone who believes growth should uplift communities, not leave them behind.
One thing’s for sure: when someone with Victor’s experience talks about balancing innovation with resilience, it’s worth listening closely. Join us in Rovinj to hear it straight from the top!
