Darren Ruddock, MBA
About Darren Ruddock, MBA
Darren Ruddock, MBA, is the Director of GRC Strategy at CIBC, with extensive experience in governance, risk management, and finance business support.
Current Position at CIBC
Darren Ruddock currently serves as Director of GRC Strategy at CIBC. He has held this position since 2022. In his role, Darren is responsible for developing and implementing strategies to enhance the bank's governance, risk management, and compliance frameworks. He focuses on identifying opportunities for operational improvements and risk assessments, providing guidance on risk mitigation strategies within the organization.
Previous Roles at CIBC
Before his current position, Darren Ruddock held multiple directorial roles at CIBC, including Director of Governance & Risk Management for Infrastructure (2020-2022), Director of Decision Support and Analytics for Retail Operations & INTRIA (2014-2020), Director of Finance Business Support for Mortgages (2013-2014), and Director of Finance Business Support for Retail Distribution (2010-2013). Earlier in his career, Darren took on various progressive roles at CIBC from 1991 to 2010. His extensive tenure has equipped him with a deep understanding of the bank's operations and strategic objectives.
Educational Background
Darren Ruddock received his Master of Business Administration (MBA) in Human Resource Leadership from the University of Fredericton. He also holds a Bachelor of Commerce degree in Business Management - Finance from Ryerson University. These educational credentials have provided Darren with a strong foundation in financial management and human resource leadership, enabling him to excel in his multiple roles at CIBC.
Professional Expertise
Throughout his career at CIBC, Darren Ruddock has developed and implemented multi-year strategies to enhance the bank's control environment. His professional expertise lies in risk management, risk mitigation strategies, and identifying opportunities for operational improvement. He has a proven track record of providing valuable insights to support the bank's decision-making processes and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.