Gillian Riley

Areas of Expertise:

• Business Growth & Strategy
• Executive Leadership
• Women Entrepreneurship & Empowerment

With over 30 years of executive leadership at Scotiabank, Gillian brings deep expertise in financial services, business growth, and customer experience. She has a proven track record of building high-performing teams and driving strategic initiatives that deliver impact. She spearheaded The Scotiabank Women Initiative, designed to empower women entrepreneurs with access to capital, mentorship, and education. Her leadership is grounded in a strong commitment to inclusivity, which has earned her national recognition, including being named a Catalyst Honours Champion and twice among Canada’s Top 100 Most Powerful Women.