Robert Arena

Robert Arena, CPA, CA has a diverse and extensive work experience. Starting in 2005, they worked as a Senior Associate at PwC until 2008. Robert then joined KRP LLP as a Senior Staff Accountant from 2008 to 2011. Afterwards, they became the Financial Controller at Global Edge Brands Inc from 2011 to 2013. From 2013 to 2018, they worked at Pfaff Automotive Partners as an Assistant Group Controller, managing a team of 25 across Canada. In 2018, Robert joined R. Ferri Automotive as a Senior Controller, overseeing eleven locations and nine distinct brands. At Georgian College, they served as a Faculty member and Professor at the Automotive Business School of Canada starting in 2018. Currently, they are the Chief Financial Officer and Vice-President Finance at PAG Direct, leading a team of 20 across the Greater Toronto Area and London, while also collaborating with the ownership group on merger and acquisition activities.

Robert Arena, CPA, CA completed their Bachelor of Commerce, Honours degree with a focus on Accounting from York University. Robert also obtained a Certificate in Management and a Certificate in Accounting from the same university. Additionally, they hold the Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) certification from the Chartered Professional Accountants of Canada (CPA Canada).