Speaker's Profile
Biography
Brian Kingston serves as the President and CEO of the Canadian Vehicle Manufacturers’ Association (CVMA), representing leading manufacturers like Ford, General Motors, and Stellantis. Previously, he held the role of Vice President of Policy, Fiscal, and International at the Business Council of Canada, overseeing economic policy and global engagement.
Brian's government service from 2009 to 2012 spanned various departments, including Finance and Global Affairs. Actively engaged in the non-profit sector, he is the former president of the Ottawa Economics Association and currently chairs the Banff Forum.