James A. Neate

Biography

As Executive Vice President, International Corporate and Commercial Banking, James is responsible for the overall strategic direction of the Bank’s International Corporate and Commercial banking business line. His focus is on strategy, business development, risk management, and regulatory/compliance issues. James also acts as the Corporate Banking Regional Head for Latin America. Since joining Scotiabank in 1985, James has progressed through various positions including retail banking, commercial banking, and wealth management. He also led a specialized equipment leasing subsidiary of the Bank, as Chief Executive Officer. He most recently held the position of Senior Vice President, International Corporate and Commercial Banking. James has a Bachelor of Arts degree in Economics and Political Science from McMaster University and completed the Ivey Executive Program at the Richard Ivey School of Business, University of Western Ontario.

Research Interest

Business Management