Neil Butters
About Neil Butters
Neil Butters serves as the VP and Head of Product Architecture at Interac Corp., where he has worked since 2014. He has over 25 years of experience in identity and payments, focusing on secure digital transaction solutions in Canada.
Work at Interac
Neil Butters currently holds the position of VP and Head of Product Architecture at Interac Corp., a role he has occupied since 2024. Prior to this, he served as VP of Product for Interac Verified from 2022 to 2024. His tenure at Interac began in 2014 when he joined as an EMVco Technical Associate. In his current role, he oversees the design and development of secure identity and payment solutions that facilitate digital transactions for millions of Canadians.
Education and Expertise
Neil Butters studied at RCC, where he achieved a diploma as an Electronics Engineering Technician from 1986 to 1988. He possesses over 25 years of experience in the identity and payments industries, combining expertise in digital identification and payments. His background includes over nine years of executive leadership experience in emerging technologies related to identity and electronic payments.
Background
Before joining Interac, Neil Butters worked at several prominent institutions. He served as a Senior Consultant for EMV Migration at Riyad Bank from 2002 to 2004 and as a Senior Consultant for Smartcard Technologies at the Royal Bank of Canada from 2005 to 2008. Additionally, he worked at Entrust Datacard as Manager of Systems Integration from 1988 to 2001, accumulating significant experience in the field.
Achievements
Neil Butters serves on the Board of Directors for the Digital Identity and Authentication Council of Canada (DIACC). He collaborates with industry stakeholders, regulators, and partners to promote the adoption and interoperability of digital identity and authentication solutions in Canada. His work focuses on creating products that enhance customer experience, reduce fraud, and comply with global standards.