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Chairman
With over two and a half decades of experience, Samuel is a seasoned Banker and IT Consultant specializing in core banking solutions, technology risk, and fintech consulting. His expertise in core banking solution implementation and Technology risk consulting has been honed through his work with various Banking institutions and consulting firms in Nigeria, the UK, Canada, and the United States. He worked and consulted for such banking institutions as STB, now UBA, MBC, GTBank UK, TD Bank, CWB, ATB, a few Credit Unions, Varo Bank, and Itaú, to mention a few. Also worked as an instructor of different courses in Information Technology, Accounting, and Finance across different colleges, professional bodies, and private training organizations.
Samuel holds a doctorate in Information Technology from Walden University and an MBA in Technology Management from ATBU. He is a Principal Consultant and President at CHASE IT Consulting and the Founder of CBA College, which provides specialized Business Analysis focusing on IT, Banking, and Accounting. He was vice chair of the CIBN Canada Branch and has been a member of the CIBN’s Membership Development and Service Committee since 2022.

Vice Chairman
Samson is a seasoned financial professional with over two decades of experience spanning banking, financial advisory, and treasury operations. Beginning his career in 2002 as a Treasury Analyst at Citizen International Bank, Samson built a strong foundation in financial analysis and market dynamics, leveraging earlier roles in Market Research and IT. His tenure at Fidelity Bank from 2007 to 2013 saw him excel in trade finance and treasury operations, driving process optimization and operational efficiency. From 2013 to 2019, he transitioned to CIBC, where he progressed from Financial Advisor to General Manager, overseeing strategic growth initiatives and delivering exceptional client-centric financial solutions.
Academically accomplished, Samson holds a B.Tech. in Agricultural Economics, an M.Sc. in Economics, and is currently pursuing a Ph.D. in Economics. He is a Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Bankers of Nigeria and a member of IIROC, holding multiple professional certifications, including the Licensed International Financial Analyst, Certified Treasury Professional, and Personal Financial Planner (PFP). These achievements reflect his dedication to continuous professional development and his ability to navigate the complexities of the financial sector across global markets.

General secretary
Adeleye is a Banking and Finance professional and a FinTech enthusiast with about 15 Years of work experience in the Nigerian Banking sector. He worked at Oceanic Bank, Access Bank, Unity Bank, and First Bank Nigeria Limited before my recent relocation to Canada. I served as Assistant Secretary of the CIBN Ibadan Branch between 2015 and 2016. He is also interested in serving the CIBN Canada branch by giving back to one of the institutions that have shaped his career path and, by extension, his journey in life.