Contact Tony

  • tony.balasubramanian@mackayceoforums.com
Forum Chair

Tony Balasubramanian

Vancouver, BC

About Tony

  • Strategic Leadership
  • Global and Industry-Spanning Expertise
  • Human Centred and Change-Driven

    Bio

    Tony is a seasoned strategic Executive and trusted advisor with over three decades of experience at the critical intersection of business and technology. With a global portfolio spanning Canada, the U.S., Europe, Asia, South America, and beyond, he has advised Fortune 500 companies, mid-market firms, and public sector organizations—guiding them through complex transformations, technology integrations, and leadership development. He empowers leadership teams to elevate enterprise performance and deliver lasting value. His advisory work covers a broad range of industries, including financial services, healthcare, private equity, aerospace, energy, telecommunications, and education.

    Tony has served on multiple boards and chaired committees, bringing deep experience in advising executives and mentoring leadership through ERP initiatives, M&A integrations, and digital modernization efforts. Tony has held leadership roles such as SVP of Technology at VistaVu Solutions, Partner at MNP LLP and PwC, and CIO at Ceridian. He is also the founder of KOMOREBI Coaching & Consulting Services. With advanced certifications and executive training from institutions like Harvard, MIT, and the Growth Institute, Tony combines technical insight with human-centered leadership. He is passionate about helping people and organizations navigate change, unlock their potential, and thrive in a digital world.

    Tony’s Group Overview

    Tony is deeply passionate about helping people and organizations move forward.

    Meeting Locations

    Tony’s Forum Group meets 7 times per year. Each member hosts the meeting at their preferred location, hosted within the Greater Vancouver, BC area.

    Group Member Overview

    Tony leads and mentors his Forum Group, consisting of executives and CEOs, to help them resolve their biggest challenges.

    • Engineering, Construction & Manufacturing
    • Finance
    • Non-profit: National Charity; Technology Services

    Special Advisors

    MacKay Chairs engage a committee of Special Advisors in their professional and group development, expanding the network and support available to our members and Chairs. These seasoned experts bring a wealth of knowledge and experience, elevating the quality of our Forums. By collaborating closely with Forum Chairs, they enhance the peer support system, tapping into a deeper pool of connections and expertise to foster even greater leadership development and business success.

    Benefits of Peer Learning

    Leadership can be isolating. Peer learning creates rare space to be understood, challenged, and supported by others carrying similar responsibility.

    What is Peer Learning?

    A Trusted Space

    A confidential, judgement-free environment where leaders can speak openly, think clearly, and be fully heard.

    Shared Experience

    Perspective from peers who understand the weight and consequences of leadership decisions.

    Diverse Perspectives

    Insight from non-competing peers across industries, backgrounds, and leadership styles.

    Voices From Our Forums

    Hear directly from our community how peer learning at MacKay CEO Forums delivers perspective, accountability, and practical insight, helping leaders think clearly, make better decisions, and move forward with confidence.

    Assess Your Leadership Mastery

    Designed for CEOs, Executives, and Business Owners, this assessment offers a structured reflection on how you lead, decide, and show up across all areas of life. Discover your leadership strengths, growth edges, and readiness for peer learning.

    Take the Quiz

    Who It’s For

    MacKay forum groups are designed for CEOs, Executives, and Business Owners who value confidential dialogue, shared experience, and a high -accountability culture. Members are growth-oriented leaders navigating real complexity such as people, strategy, scale, and succession, and are committed to showing up prepared, engaged, and open to perspective.

    Find the MacKay Membership That’s Right for You

    Find the peer learning membership that fits your leadership role.

    Become a Forum Chair

    Apply your facilitation skills, business acumen, and leadership experience to build high-trust, judgement-free peer learning forums for CEOs, executives, and business owners.

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