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Empowering the Future: Data & AI Innovation
About This Webinar
The future of banking is intelligent—and CIBC is building it now.
From AI-driven insights that reshape customer experiences to the data strategies fueling innovation across every business line, CIBC is redefining what it means to be a modern, tech-powered bank.
Join CIBC’s senior data and AI leaders for an exclusive Obsidi® Tech Talk exploring how the bank is harnessing the power of data and emerging technologies to accelerate growth, improve decision-making, and empower its teams to lead in a digital world.
You’ll get an inside look at the tools, talent, and technologies driving this transformation—and uncover real pathways for professionals ready to make their mark in data, analytics, and AI.
If you’re passionate about innovation, curious about the future of AI in finance, and ready to unlock your next career move—this is the conversation you don’t want to miss.
Who can view: Everyone
Webinar Price: Free
Featured Presenters
Sr.Director, Data & Analytics Enablement
Walid Saleh is a seasoned enterprise technology leader and Senior Director of Data & Analytics Enablement at CIBC. He has successfully led major digital transformation programs across the bank, including CIBC’s cloud transformation initiative, which increased application migration capacity five-fold through advanced workflows and streamlined operating models.
He introduced new credit bureau services that enabled the distribution of large-scale data into core systems using advanced adjunction algorithms—delivering faster, more accurate access to customer credit scores. He also championed CIBC’s migration to ServiceNow’s cloud computing platform, establishing enterprise-wide self-service capabilities for thousands of users.
He introduced new credit bureau services that enabled the distribution of large-scale data into core systems using advanced adjunction algorithms—delivering faster, more accurate access to customer credit scores. He also championed CIBC’s migration to ServiceNow’s cloud computing platform, establishing enterprise-wide self-service capabilities for thousands of users.
VP, Enterprise Advanced Analytics & Artificial Intelligence
Ozge has combined experience in large corporations, entrepreneurship, and academia. She co-founded the predictive log analysis start-up, topLog, in 2013 while pursuing her PhD in Computer Science at Dalhousie University. She understands the importance of identifying her clients' real pain points and building solutions accordingly.
She has worked on several projects in machine learning and has published peer-reviewed papers. Some of the areas she worked on are Intrusion Detection using Neural Networks and Unstructured Text Categorization using clustering and classification techniques.
She has worked on several projects in machine learning and has published peer-reviewed papers. Some of the areas she worked on are Intrusion Detection using Neural Networks and Unstructured Text Categorization using clustering and classification techniques.
SVP, Architecture and Data
Mario Hrapko is an accomplished Information Technology leader and SVP of Architecture and Data, bringing more than 20 years of experience across multiple disciplines in the IT industry. Combining deep technical expertise with strong business acumen, he effectively leverages technology to drive measurable business outcomes and build competitive advantage at the enterprise level.
Mario is recognized as a strategic thinker with the ability to extract value from technology and align it with organizational goals. He has strong influencing and negotiation skills, enabling him to establish C-level alignment and lead effective engagements with clients, vendors, and internal stakeholders.
Mario is recognized as a strategic thinker with the ability to extract value from technology and align it with organizational goals. He has strong influencing and negotiation skills, enabling him to establish C-level alignment and lead effective engagements with clients, vendors, and internal stakeholders.
Customer Success Lead
Natalie Redda is the Partner Success Lead at Obsidi®, where she helps organizations turn their commitment to Black tech talent into meaningful action. With expertise in community engagement, public consultations, and research, Natalie bridges the gap between intention and impact. At Obsidi®, she ensures partners connect with top Black tech professionals and create pathways for meaningful career opportunities.
Founder
Cher is a Corporate Social Media Trainer & Personal Branding Coach with the love of technology hardwired into her personality. As the founder of Socially Active Training, she leverages over 20 years of PR, marketing, and broadcasting experience to help professionals, leaders, and consultants develop a credible and strategic online presence while teaching how to use social media at work for work.
Senior Talent Acquisition Partner
Rida Chohan is a dedicated Talent Acquisition Partner with over four years of experience leading and managing recruitment across Technology, Infrastructure, and Innovation lines of business. She specializes in sourcing niche technology talent at the Level 7–10 range and plays a key role in driving recruitment strategies that align with CIBC’s innovation priorities.
Rida is a proud CIBC employee and serves as a strong advocate for the organization’s brand, values, and commitment to attracting top-tier tech talent.
Rida is a proud CIBC employee and serves as a strong advocate for the organization’s brand, values, and commitment to attracting top-tier tech talent.
Senior Talent Acquisition Partner
Mina Felton is a seasoned recruitment professional with 15 years of experience, specializing in Technology and Operations. Since joining CIBC in 2022, she has focused on talent acquisition within the Technology, Infrastructure, and Innovation portfolio, particularly supporting roles in the Level 7–10 band.
Mina is also an active contributor to CIBC’s Diversity and Inclusion efforts and takes pride in fostering equitable hiring practices and inclusive workplace culture across the organization.
Mina is also an active contributor to CIBC’s Diversity and Inclusion efforts and takes pride in fostering equitable hiring practices and inclusive workplace culture across the organization.
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