Bob Armstrong

Bob is a seasoned executive and corporate director with extensive experience in finance, governance and strategic leadership. Contributing a keen understanding of member-focused technology, financial expertise, communication skills and governance experience, Bob has served on the Coast Capital Savings Federal Credit Union Board for ten years, including prior to the merger of Prospera, Coast Capital and Sunshine Coast credit unions to create a combined federal credit union. He is currently Board Chair and previously served as Chair of the Audit & Finance Committee.

Bob’s Board experience includes directorships with Rocky Mountaineer and the Institute of Corporate Directors, and he was previously on the Board of Central 1 Credit Union. His executive background includes leadership roles with Ritchie Bros. Auctioneers, where he held executive positions including Chief Financial Officer, Chief Operations Officer and Chief Strategic Development Officer.

In addition to his corporate responsibilities, Bob is committed to the community and serves as Board Chair of both Ballet BC and the Chris Spencer Foundation, and is an active member of Social Venture Partners.

Bob is a Fellow of the Chartered Professional Accountants of BC (FCPA, FCA) and holds the ICD.D designation from the Institute of Corporate Directors.