James de Gaspé Bonar, Ph.D., is a seasoned leader and consultant with over 30 years of executive experience spanning Canada, the United States, and international markets. In several C-suite roles, including CEO and President, he has guided multinational corporations through the complexities of global innovation, business, and governance.

‍

His speciality is empowering board members and executive teams to successfully navigate the challenges of a hybrid human-digital workforce by embedding purpose, culture, and governance into actionable strategy. He is renowned for his ability to spark innovation, foster accountability, and drive sustainable, and long-term value in an ever-evolving AI-driven landscape.

‍

James equips leaders with proven frameworks, ethical guardrails, and decision-making tools to address AI’s impact on strategy, risk, and stakeholder trust. As AI becomes increasingly ubiquitous, he positions purposeful and ethical leadership as the ultimate competitive advantage for organizations worldwide. Known for an authentic, aspirational style, James inspires meaningful change and peak performance at every level of the organization.

‍

James holds a PhD from the Université de Montréal; and successfully completed advanced studies at the Université de Poitiers, France. He has taught at the University of Ottawa, Concordia University and Bishop’s University. He is a Professional Certified Coach (International Coaching Federation) and a certified Emotional Intelligence practitioner. James is a member of several international professional associations, including the International Society for Professional Innovation Management (ISPIM) and the Virtual Advisory Board.