Mark Eklove
About Mark Eklove
Mark Eklove serves as the Assistant Vice President of Legal & Regulatory Compliance at Primerica in Mississauga, Ontario, where he has worked since 2022. He has extensive experience in legal counsel and compliance, having previously held positions at Allstream Inc. and Desjardins.
Work at Primerica
Mark Eklove serves as the Assistant Vice President of Legal & Regulatory Compliance at Primerica, a position he has held since 2022. He is based in Mississauga, Ontario, Canada. In this role, he acts as a legal and compliance resource on various topics, including Privacy, CASL, Accessibility, Unclaimed Property, and Cyber Security Risk. Eklove is responsible for preparing and presenting regular reports to senior management and the Boards of Directors, ensuring that the company adheres to legal standards and regulatory requirements.
Previous Experience at Allstream Inc.
Prior to his current role, Mark Eklove worked at Allstream Inc. as General Counsel and Director of Law & Privacy from 2006 to 2016. During his ten years at the company, he provided legal guidance and oversight on various matters, contributing to the company's compliance and legal strategy. His experience at Allstream Inc. equipped him with a strong foundation in legal and regulatory compliance.
Experience at Desjardins
Mark Eklove served as Senior Advisor & Legal Counsel at Desjardins from 2017 to 2021. In this role, he provided legal advice and support, focusing on compliance and regulatory matters. His tenure at Desjardins further enhanced his expertise in legal counsel and compliance, preparing him for his current position at Primerica.
Education and Expertise
Mark Eklove has a solid educational background in law and political science. He studied at The Hebrew University for one year before earning a Bachelor’s Degree in Political Science from York University from 1985 to 1988. He later obtained his LL.B. from the University of Ottawa, completing his studies from 1988 to 1991. His academic credentials support his expertise in legal and regulatory compliance.
Leadership and Mentorship
In his current role at Primerica, Mark Eklove leads and mentors a team of privacy and compliance professionals. He oversees investigations and responses to privacy issues and data breaches involving the field force, third-party service providers, or head office. His leadership ensures that the team remains effective in addressing compliance challenges and maintaining organizational integrity.