Warren Jestin

Warren Jestin served as Senior Vice President and Chief Economist at Scotiabank for 25 years, capping a distinguished career that spanned nearly four decades with the institution. Joining Scotiabank in 1978, following an early professional career as a professor and his tenure with the Bank of Canada, Mr. Jestin became instrumental in shaping the bank’s economic insights. In his extensive role, he was directly responsible for providing critical economic perspectives, detailed insights, and precise financial forecasts to Scotiabank’s senior executives, partners, and a diverse range of customers.

His vast knowledge, insightful views, and accurate predictions were considered indispensable to the bank and its extensive clientele. Throughout his tenure, he adeptly managed a dedicated team of economists, ensuring they delivered high-quality research and robust support across Scotiabank’s domestic and international business lines, catering to clients from retail banking to capital markets. Mr. Jestin concluded his highly distinguished executive career at Scotiabank on March 1, 2016.

These continuous contributions, both during and after his executive tenure, have firmly established his reputation as an influential and respected leader in the Canadian financial sector, recognized for his exceptional foresight and strategic economic guidance.