Rayhan Azmat

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ABOUT RAYHAN AZMAT

Leading with Insight, Resilience, and Purpose Whether speaking on stage or collaborating in the boardroom as an executive, I channel personal and professional resilience with strategic insights to engage and motivate teams. Transformation is imperative, and my mission is to help people and organizations see beyond today’s challenges to uncover opportunities.With over 25 years in finance and strategy, I’ve navigated high-stakes roles across the fast-paced media, advertising, and entertainment sectors, combining financial rigor with a passion for advancing business through strategic insights, innovation, and cross-functional collaboration. My journey spans from PwC, where I supported industry leaders like IMAX, Sony, and Canwest, to my current role as Vice President of Financial Planning & Analysis, Investor Relations, and Corporate Development at Cineplex Entertainment, a company at the forefront of Canadian entertainment.Alongside my corporate work, I’ve delivered keynotes to over people, reaching audiences at Microsoft Canada, Loblaw Companies Ltd, and moderating public discussions at the Toronto International Film Festival. Through my talks, I inspire audiences to view adversity as a catalyst for growth and to embrace the power of adaptability, sharing insights drawn from both my professional and personal experiences with resilience.I am honored to serve as Treasurer on the Board of Directors for DEEN Support Services, supporting accessible social services for those with disabilities, and for the Disability Screen Office (DSO), which champions the representation of people with disabilities in Canada’s media landscape.Throughout my career, I’ve merged financial expertise with a passion for storytelling, leading teams and building processes across sectors—from out-of-home advertising to digital media, eSports, and theatrical exhibition. I’ve spearheaded financial system integrations, improved cross-functional reporting, and built high-performing teams, always aligning finance with core business strategies.Beyond work, I’m a dedicated husband and father, avid traveler, and film enthusiast, continually inspired by the stories that shape our world. Let’s connect if you share interests in finance, advocacy, or storytelling—I’m always eager to engage in conversations that drive meaningful impact.I firmly believe that our lives and careers are journeys of perseverance and growth. By embracing the deeper narratives within ourselves and those around us, we have the power to transform perspectives and drive lasting change.