Victor J. Severino

Victor J. Severino has a diverse work experience spanning several organizations and roles. Starting in 2013, they held positions at the Ontario Ministry of Economic Development and Growth, where they served as Assistant Deputy Minister and Ontario Chief Negotiator for international trade agreements. Victor J. also worked in various roles at the Ontario Ministry of Economic Development, Job Creation and Trade, including Assistant Deputy Minister and Assistant Deputy Minister for the Cabinet Office.

During their tenure, Victor was involved in key negotiations, such as the Canada-EU Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement. Victor J. also served as Vice Chair of the Governance and HR Committee at Venture Ontario and Council Member at the C.D. Howe Institute.

In recent years, Victor has taken on leadership roles, including Interim VP of Partnerships and VP of WTC Business Enablement at the Toronto Region Board of Trade. Victor J. contributed their expertise as an Executive Advisor at Baleal Advisory Services. Additionally, they were a Member of the Board of Directors at the Ontario Place Corporation and participated as a Parent Representative on the Portuguese Advisory Committee at the Toronto Catholic District School Board.

Starting from January 2022, Victor serves as the Interim VP of Partnerships at the Toronto Region Board of Trade, overseeing strategic partnerships. Victor J. has also held various other positions, including VP of WTC Business Enablement and Interim VP of WTC Strategy & Enablement at the same organization, contributing to the business growth and operational strategy of the board.

Overall, Victor J. Severino has amassed a wealth of experience in government, trade negotiations, advisory services, and organizational leadership.

Victor J. Severino attended York University from 1984 to 1988, where they earned an Hons. B.A. degree in Public Policy and Administration. In 2006, they enrolled in the Public Executive Program at Queen's University. The end year for this program is not provided.