Andrew Spence

Andrew Spence

KEYNOTE SPEAKER

Toronto, Ontario

Investment Risk Management Expert | Leading Economist | Best-Selling Author

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ANDREW SPENCE BIOGRAPHY

Andrew Spence is a leading economist, best-selling author, and recognized financial expert, renowned for his deep expertise in investment strategy, asset allocation, and risk management. As a trusted board advisor, he collaborates with institutional investors, including pension plans, insurance companies, independent asset managers, and large family offices. Andrew’s guidance empowers organizations to navigate complex financial landscapes with confidence, ensuring long-term growth and stability.

Andrew’s career began at Her Majesty’s Treasury in London, where he honed his expertise in fiscal policy and economic strategy. Building on this foundation, he transitioned into the investment industry, serving as an executive at two of Canada’s foremost pension plans. His unique perspective on financial systems led to a secondment at the Bank of Canada, where he served as Special Adviser to the Governor. In this pivotal role, he contributed to high-level decisions on monetary policy and crisis management, cementing his reputation as a thought leader in global finance.

In addition to his professional accomplishments, Andrew has shared his knowledge as a lecturer at the University of Toronto. At the Rotman School of Business, he taught courses on asset allocation and investment planning, and at the Munk School of Global Affairs, he explored the intricacies of global capital markets and crisis management. His academic engagements underscore his commitment to fostering the next generation of financial leaders.

Andrew’s skills extend beyond technical financial expertise. His ability to translate complex economic concepts into actionable insights makes him an invaluable resource for clients and audiences alike. Whether advising on strategic investment decisions or delivering keynote addresses, Andrew’s presentations are characterized by clarity, relevance, and a forward-looking perspective.

As a best-selling author, Andrew has further solidified his standing in the financial community. His publications provide practical frameworks for understanding and responding to today’s rapidly evolving economic environment. His ability to connect theory with real-world application has earned him accolades from industry peers and readers worldwide.

When he’s not advising clients or contributing to the financial discourse, Andrew enjoys exploring global economic trends and their societal impacts. His passion for understanding the intersection of economics and policy continues to drive his work, ensuring his contributions remain both timely and impactful.

Andrew Spence Related Media

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Would Bank Competition Boost the Economy? | The Agenda
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Full Comment

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You won’t believe how badly your bank is fleecing you

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Fintechs Canada

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How Canadians are getting fleeced by their banks with Andrew Spence

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No Nonsense with Pamela Wallin

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How Banks are "Fleecing" Canadians with Andrew Spence | No Nonsense with Pamela Wallin

Andrew Spence Related Content

Articles & Magazine Feature

Carmichael: A pair of little books expose the economy’s big problem

The Logic

The two books are Fleeced by Bay Street insider Andrew Spence, and The Big Fix by Denise Hearn and Vass Bednar, a couple of policy wonks at Columbia University and McMaster University, respectively.
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Articles & Magazine Feature

Canadians are being gouged by their banks at every turn. This has to stop

THE GLOBE AND MAIL

Andrew Spence is a veteran financial services executive and the author of Fleeced: Canadians Versus Their Banks, published by Sutherland House, from which the following has been adapted. Tucked away on page 37 of the federal government’s 2023 fall economic statement, amid other forgotten promises to make groceries, wireless services and air travel more affordable for Canadians, was a commitment to crack down on “excess bank fees.”
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Articles & Magazine Feature

Why are credit card interest rates so high in Canada?

MoneySense

In this excerpt from his book Fleeced, Andrew Spence explains how Canadian banks succeed at keeping credit card interest rates higher than they need to be.
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Articles & Magazine Feature

The barriers and benefits as a global bank looks to branch out in Canada

THE CANADIAN PRESS

TORONTO - It’s not every day, or even every decade, that a big foreign bank decides to have a go at Canada’s retail banking market. But Spain's Banco Santander — which has already shown an ability to attract customers, with more than 168 million of them worldwide — is poised to be among the few that have tried as it nears the all-clear to expand in Canada.
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Andrew Spence Topic Presentations

Andrew Spence Toronto, Ontario, Canada delivers Keynote presentations, workshops, fireside chats, moderated Q&A and other presentation formats on a wide variety of topics.Each presentation is unique, customized and tailored for audiences, industries, conferences, and event formats.

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Andrew Spence Speaking Testimonials

Andrew Spence’s presentations on Economics, Markets and Investing are insightful, entertaining, and thought provoking. He cuts away the superfluous noise and distractions to reveal the underlying and fundamental forces operating on our markets and economies. Unlike many economists Andrew is prepared to propose, with evidence and reason, forward looking positions and predictions. Andrew’s preparation is evident in his up-to-date data analysis, customization to his audience and clear organization. I recommend, without reservation, having Andrew present to your team, organization, association or Board.

Bill Furlong

Regulator, Board Member, Author, Former Senior Financial Services Executive

Andrew Spence is an entertaining and engaging speaker. I have invited him to speak at a number of my team events and have always received great feedback. He has a deep understanding of financial markets and investment decision making, and his presentations are always understandable, relevant, and usable for our investment team.

James Davis

Chief Investment Officer
OP Trust

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