Sarah Baldeo

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Sarah Baldeo is an accomplished Executive with an illustrious background in neuroscience, technology, corporate strategy, investing and entrepreneurship. With nearly 20 years of leadership experience, she has made significant contributions in various fields.

Currently, Sarah is CEO & Equity Partner at IDQ Advisory Group and has held senior executive positions at several notable companies, including Canada News Wire, Ceridian, FinancialForce, TransparentBusiness, Insurance Search Bureau, and Deloitte Canada, and CGI Canada. Her extensive experience spans across different industries, showcasing her versatility and expertise.

Sarah Baldeo holds an Executive MBA from the University of Toronto and a degree in neuroscience from York University. She has also acquired certifications from prestigious institutions such as Princeton, Ryerson, and the University of Illinois, demonstrating her commitment to continuous learning and professional development.

Throughout her career, Sarah has actively participated in various organizations and initiatives. She served as the Chair of the Professional Background Screening Association and was an anchor member of the Canadian Women’s Chamber of Commerce. She also worked with the RBC Initiative, Women in Identity, and was part of the University of California Advisory Board for Leadership.

Sarah Baldeo contributes her knowledge and expertise to organizations like the Women’s Infrastructure Network and serves on the CivicAction ELN Executive Committee, Advisory Council at Cyber Security Global Alliance and the Advisory Board for Napice, a learning platform for engineers.

Sarah Baldeo is a sought-after speaker and has been invited to speak at numerous events and conferences. In August 2023 Sarah gave her first TEDx talk in Toronto: “Ballistic Interruption, The Neuroscience of Resilience.” Some of the organizations she has spoken at include Build a Dream, Gaming Security Professionals of Canada, FEM for STEM, GirlStrong, Powerful Women in Cyber, WomenTech Global, Women in Cyber, Women Enterprise Organizations of Canada, Alberta Women Entrepreneurs, the University of Calgary Haskayne Business School, and the University of Toronto Rotman Business School. She’s also spoken on expert panels being interviewed by CBC News & Bloomberg TV.

Outside of her professional endeavours, Sarah Baldeo has pursued her creative side by acting in various productions. She has appeared on platforms such as Netflix, Amazon Prime, Fox News, and has been featured in national TV commercials for Autotrader and other well-known brands.

A proud Torontonian, Sarah is deeply committed to improving accessibility and equity within the global economy. Her dedication to these causes has garnered recognition, including being awarded the 2023 40 Under 40 Global Business Elites awards, nominations for the 2023 WXN Canadian DEI Awards, winning the 2021 University of Toronto Rotman Social Impact Award, and being a finalist for the 2021 WomenTech Global Award.

Overall, Sarah Baldeo is an accomplished professional speaker who combines her expertise in technology, business, and neuroscience to inspire and educate audiences. Her extensive experience, leadership roles, and commitment to social impact make her a highly respected figure in her field.