Ashish Agarwal
Founding Board Member @Canada India Tech Council
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WORK HISTORY
Founding Board Member @Canada India Tech Council
Toronto, ON, CA
Canada India Tech Council (CITC) is a non-profit, that has created a platform to bring together Indo-Canadian (Information) technology leaders to foster connections, collaboration, resource sharing, co-learning & and business opportunities to facilitate growth and opportunities for Indo-Canadian Tech Professionals and the Canada- India technology ecosystem. Our members comprise 400+ tech leaders across Canada and growing.CITC LinkedIn - LinkedIn Groups - CITC Website - https://canadaindiatech.com/
EDUCATION
Osmania University
Bachelor of Commerce (Honours)
The Institute of Company Secretaries of India
Company Secretary
SKILLS
ABOUT ASHISH AGARWAL
A purpose-driven technology and risk transformation leader with over 18 years of global experience spanning Insurance, banking, investment banking, and financial services. Currently serving as AVP, Head of Strategy & Governance – Global Risk Transformation at Manulife, I lead strategic initiatives that drive enterprise-wide change—enabling GenAI adoption, enhancing risk intelligence, and building a future-ready risk function.My journey has been defined by bridging the gap between business vision and technical execution—combining governance, risk, cyber, audit, and operations to drive pragmatic innovation. I take pride in empowering cross-functional teams, leading with authenticity, and aligning risk capabilities to meet dynamic regulatory and business needs.Over the years, I’ve led high-impact audit and risk initiatives influencing over $150M in budgets, championed GRC transformation through technology, and helped shape global strategies that future-proof the organization.Beyond frameworks and KPIs, I’m deeply motivated by making a positive impact—on colleagues, customers, and communities. As a Founding Board Member of the Canada India Technology Council (CITC), I’m passionate about building inclusive innovation ecosystems and creating space for diverse talent to thrive in tech and risk leadership.
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