
Claudette McGowan
CEO
Protexxa
Claudette McGowan is a global IT leader with 20+ years of experience in digital transformation and cybersecurity, having worked for organizations like Deloitte, BMO, and TD Bank. Currently the CEO of Protexxa, she’s also Vice-Chair of MaRS Discovery District and Board Chair of CILAR. Claudette co-led the launch of Phoenix Fire & The Firehood, supports numerous boards, and is pursuing a PhD in Computer Science at Toronto Metropolitan University. She holds an MBA and three honorary doctorates.