Chris Turchansky — SPARQNOW

At-a-Glance

President and CEO of ATB Financial since January 1, 2026
Serves on the board of the Hockey Alberta Foundation
Holds a Commerce degree from the University of Alberta
Earned an MBA from Athabasca University
Carries the Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) designation
Has nearly 30 years of experience in the financial services career
Oversaw capital markets, commercial banking, and wealth management at ATB Financial, achieving record growth

Biography

Chris Turchansky became ATB Financial's President and CEO on January 1, 2026. He emphasizes ATB's role in supporting clients through a culture of client obsession and values the more than 5,000 team members as the organization's greatest strength, fostering an environment for their growth and impact.

Before his appointment as President and CEO, Turchansky oversaw ATB Financial's largest revenue-generating lines of business, including capital markets, commercial banking, and wealth management.