Mr Ian Russell
President and Chief Executive Officer
Investment Industry Association of Canada

Ian Russell is President and Chief Executive Officer of the Investment Industry Association of Canada (IIAC), a position he has held since its inauguration in April 2006.

Prior to his appointment at the IIAC, Mr Russell headed the Industry Relations and Representation group of the Investment Dealers Association of Canada. In his 20-year tenure at the Association, he has participated actively in many committees and working groups involved in regulatory and tax issues related to the securities industry and capital markets in Canada. He is a frequent columnist in industry publications and is a presenter and speaker on industry issues and developments.

In January 2014, it was announced that Mr Russell was appointed Chair of the International Council of Securities Associations (ICSA). He is first Canadian in 20 years to serve in this capacity.

Mr Russell has an honours degree in economics and business from the University of Western Ontario, and a postgraduate degree from the London School of Economics. He has completed the Partners, Directors and Officers Qualification Examination and is a Fellow of the Canadian Securities Institute.

Media Contact:
Michael Gotzamanis
Manager of Communications
Office – 416.687.5475
Mobile – 416.320.6920
mgotzamanis@iiac.ca