Laura Drinkwater

Laura Drinkwater serves as the Senior Director of Third Party Risk Management at Innovation Federal Credit Union, where responsibilities include leading the operational risk management team and implementing critical programs. Laura previously held the position of Director of Operational Risk at EQ Bank and Wyth Financial, enhancing enterprise risk management practices and aligning risk activities across various business units. Prior experience includes multiple roles at Concentra Bank, culminating in an interim position as Chief Internal Auditor, where Laura advanced internal audit processes and compliance frameworks. Laura's career began at SaskCentral and Co-operative Trust Company of Canada, focusing on operational audits and financial analysis. Laura holds an MBA and a Bachelor of Commerce in Finance and Operations Management from the University of Saskatchewan and completed leadership training at Leadership Saskatoon.