Ross Deebank

Ross Deebank is an accomplished procurement and strategic sourcing leader with extensive experience across various sectors. Currently serving as the Director of Global Procurement Services at Scotiabank since June 2017, Ross has played a key role in transforming the global procurement function, focusing on training and mentoring sourcing teams and developing technology sourcing strategies for the Global Wealth Management unit. As an Executive Consultant at Deebank Global Services Inc. since October 2014, Ross provides strategic advisory services to both public and private sector clients. Previous positions include Vice President of Procurement at TELUS, Director of Third Party Technology Suppliers at OpenText, and various roles at Bell Canada, Rogers Communications, and Sears Canada, where Ross implemented best-in-class procurement practices and drove significant transformations in procurement processes. Academic credentials include an LL.B. from York University - Osgoode Hall Law School, as well as degrees in Management & Marketing and MBA coursework from Clarkson University.