Ankit Shah, Cpa, Ca
About Ankit Shah, Cpa, Ca
Ankit Shah is the Executive Vice President of Strategy & Business Development at New Gold Inc., a position he has held since 2023. He has extensive experience in business development and finance, having previously worked in various roles at New Gold Inc., KPMG, and Ernst & Young.
Work at New Gold
Ankit Shah currently serves as the Executive Vice President of Strategy & Business Development at New Gold Inc., a position he has held since 2023. His responsibilities include overseeing strategic initiatives and driving business development efforts within the organization. Prior to this role, he was the Vice President of Strategy & Business Development at New Gold from 2019 to 2023. He initially joined the company as the Director of Business Development from 2017 to 2019, contributing to various strategic projects during his tenure.
Previous Experience in Mergers and Acquisitions
Before his time at New Gold, Ankit Shah worked at KPMG as a Senior Associate in Mergers and Acquisitions from 2008 to 2010. In this role, he was involved in analyzing and advising on various merger and acquisition transactions. His experience at KPMG provided him with a strong foundation in financial analysis and strategic planning, which he later applied in his roles at New Gold.
Background in Accounting
Ankit Shah began his career at Ernst & Young, where he worked as a Senior Staff Accountant from 2001 to 2008. This seven-year experience allowed him to develop expertise in accounting practices and financial reporting. He is a Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) and a Chartered Accountant (CA), which further solidifies his background in finance and accounting.
Education and Expertise
Ankit Shah studied at the University of Waterloo, where he completed the Accountancy Studies Co-operative Program and earned an Honours Bachelor of Arts. He also studied at the Canadian Institute of Chartered Accountants, which contributed to his qualifications as a CPA and CA. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his roles in strategy and business development.