Atul Varde

Atul Varde is an accomplished technology leader who has worked with some of the largest co-operative financial institutions in Canada. Currently with Servus Credit Union as the Chief Information and Payments Officer, Atul has expertise leveraging technology to drive outcomes, implementing risk management solutions, and developing strategic plans to successfully lead change. He is looking forward to bringing his skills to the Alberta Central board and continuing to grow and learn in this new role.

Driven by a desire to improve the experience of members, Atul is focused on developing the products and features that users want. With a focus on innovation in all that he does, he has a long track record of bringing new systems, programs and services to credit unions and intends to bring this same focus on growth and transformation to the board. His previous board experience includes CUCC, as well as advisory roles for the Interac and the Prairie Payments Joint Venture (PPJV) boards. Atul brings balanced insights and a focus on good governance to his board work and is eager to make a difference for Alberta’s credit union system.

Atul has a Master of Science in Electrical Engineering from the University of Saskatchewan and a Bachelor of Engineering in Electronics and Telecommunications from the University of Poona in India. He also holds additional certifications from the University of California Berkeley, The Wharton School of Executive Education and the THNK School of Creative Leadership. A resident of Edmonton, Atul is an avid volunteer and frequent speaker at conferences and events.