Gordon Nixon
Former President and CEO (retired 2014), Royal Bank of Canada · Canada
Gordon Nixon is the Former President and CEO (retired 2014) of Royal Bank of Canada. Nixon is based in Canada. Earlier roles include positions at Royal Bank of Canada. Nixon was born in 1957 in Montreal and educated at Smith School of Business.
Gordon Nixon was President and CEO of Royal Bank of Canada from 2001 to 2014. He began his career in 1979 at Dominion Securities, working in global markets and investment banking, and held various leadership positions at RBC before becoming CEO at age 44. He currently serves as Chairman of Bell Canada Enterprises and on the boards of BlackRock and other organizations.
Recent developments
AI summary of recent coverageRecent coverage has focused on Gordon Nixon stepping down as chair of BCE, with reports indicating he will take on a role with U.S. fintech company Fiserv. The headlines suggest this departure marks another transition in Nixon's career following his tenure leading Royal Bank of Canada.
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Key Facts
Source: Wikidata ↗- Born
- January 25, 1957 · Montreal
- Citizenship
- Canada
- Education
- Smith School of Business
- Awards
- Member of the Order of Canada, Order of Ontario
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Gordon Nixon: FAQ
- Who is Gordon Nixon?
- Gordon Nixon is the Former President and CEO (retired 2014) of Royal Bank of Canada, based in Canada.
- Where did Gordon Nixon work previously?
- Earlier roles include Royal Bank of Canada (CEO, until 2014).
- Where was Gordon Nixon educated?
- Gordon Nixon studied at Smith School of Business.