Steve Yan

Director, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Accessibility (DEIA) 

Steve Yan, Director, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Accessibility (DEIA) at BDC has over 25 years’ experience in the financial industry.  

Steve’s career has spanned several sectors including retail banking, wealth management, sales and operations, talent acquisition and management, employee experience and more recently diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility. As Director, DEIA, he is responsible for creating and implementing various DEIA related strategies for BDC.  

Steve has been instrumental in supporting many DEIA initiatives including the launch of a national LGBTQ2+ network, developing a leadership program for BIPOC employees, and establishing an Indigenous talent strategy. He is also active in several LGBTQ2+ community groups and associations. 

Steve holds a BA from Concordia University in Public Policy and Administration and a degree in Marketing and Business Administration. Steve resides in Montreal where he participates in diverse community activities and is an avid foodie and traveler.