Debbie Lewis is an award-winning CIO and AI strategist recognized for transforming organizations at the intersection of technology, business, and strategy. She is currently Senior Advisor, Artificial Intelligence at the Royal Canadian Mint, where she previously served as CIO for nine years, leading digital adoption and modernization initiatives that reinforced the Mint’s global leadership in refining and manufacturing precious metals. With extensive CIO experience in both public and private sectors—including leadership roles at the North West Company, Sport Chek, Home Depot, and Staples Canada—Debbie has delivered large-scale technology projects that improved customer experience, efficiency, and resilience. Today, she is shaping the Mint’s AI roadmap, advancing solutions that drive innovation, security, and long-term competitiveness in a rapidly evolving digital era.