William Keliehor
About William Keliehor
William Keliehor is the Chief Commercial Officer at Interac Corp. in Toronto, Canada, with over 25 years of experience in the financial services industry across more than 30 markets. He has held various leadership roles at prominent companies including Citibank, American Express, and MasterCard, and has a strong background in innovative problem-solving in emerging markets.
Work at Interac
William Keliehor has served as the Chief Commercial Officer (CCO) at Interac Corp. since 2019. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing commercial strategies and initiatives within the organization. His leadership contributes to the development and execution of Interac's business objectives in the Canadian market.
Previous Experience at Dynamics Inc.
Prior to his current position, Keliehor worked at Dynamics Inc. as the Executive Vice President and Chief Payments Officer for the EMEA region from 2015 to 2019. During his tenure, he focused on enhancing payment solutions across Europe, Turkey, the Middle East, and Africa, contributing to the company's growth in these diverse markets.
Career at Citibank
Keliehor held multiple roles at Citibank Middle East, Africa, Pakistan, and Greece. He served as Managing Director - Credit Cards Head from 2006 to 2009 and previously as Director - Global Expansion Corporate Payments from 1998 to 2002. His experience at Citibank spanned various leadership positions, focusing on credit card services and global business development.
Education and Expertise
William Keliehor studied at the University of Houston, C.T. Bauer College of Business, where he earned a degree in Accounting and Finance from 1987 to 1992. His educational background supports his extensive career in finance and payments, equipping him with the necessary skills for strategic advisory roles in financial technology.
Achievements in Financial Services
Keliehor has a track record of innovative thinking and problem-solving skills, particularly in emerging frontier markets. He has over 25 years of multi-national experience across more than 30 diverse market geographies. His roles have included strategic advisory positions for financial technology companies and various Board of Directors roles at Citibank and American Express in Russia and the Middle East.