Steve McCaughey

Managing Partner at Tech Curious, an advisory firm providing emerging technology, digital transformation, innovation, and technology education services to organizations undertaking large, complex technology-driven transformation projects. Retired Managing Partner, Technology and Transformation for Deloitte Canada, responsible for emerging technology deployment, business transformation, and skills development for Deloitte’s 15,000 Canadian employees. Managing Partner of DSpace, Deloitte’s Innovation Labs, responsible for developing emerging technology applications, including AI/ML, Natural Language, Blockchain, Cybersecurity, and Low Code applications. Senior Consulting Partner selling and managing Deloitte’s largest and most complex Finance, HR and Procurement transformation projects with NA’s largest organizations. Extensive ERP / EPM / BI, Cloud, and IT experience. National Leader of Deloitte’s Finance Transformation practice, Deloitte’s highly acclaimed CFO Program, Oracle Enterprise Applications, Shared Services, and Strategic Cost Management practices. Comprehensive project management, governance, leadership, communications, and presentation skills, including risk management, quality assurance, and change management experience. Current interests include developments in Big-Tech, AI/ML, Natural Language, Blockchain, Cybersecurity, innovation, and business transformation. Frequent speaker on the impacts of emerging technology and digital skills development. Master’s degrees in Business (MBA), Information Science (MIS), CFA and CPA professional designations, and accredited Corporate Director (ICD.D). Sat on CPA Ontario Council and chaired HR and Risk Committees.