Rocco Caminiti

• Masters of Business Administration (Université du Québec à Montreal); Fellow of the Institute of Canadian Bankers (Canadian Securities Institute)
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Rocco Caminiti is a respected executive and educator based in Ottawa, Ontario, currently serving as Director of Finance Operations at Export Development Canada (EDC). With a career spanning financial services, international trade, and post-secondary education, Rocco is known for his strategic leadership and commitment to advancing Canada’s global trade capabilities. He holds an MBA from Université du Québec à Montréal and is a Fellow of the Institute of Canadian Bankers, underscoring his expertise in financial governance and operational excellence.

Professional Contributions:
At EDC, Rocco has played a key role in supporting Canadian exporters through innovative trade finance solutions. He is a regular contributor to EDC’s Trade Insights, where he shares expert analysis on global market trends, trade risk management, and economic resilience.
Rocco is also a frequent speaker in webinars and media forums, offering thought leadership on export financing, international trade strategy, and sustainable business practices. His insights have been featured across EDC’s digital platforms and industry events.

Academic Engagement:
In addition to his corporate leadership, Rocco is deeply committed to education. He has served as a professor at Algonquin College, where he taught courses in financial services and business strategy. At Carleton University, he currently teaches Regionalization and Globalization, a fourth-year course in the Bachelor of International Business Program that explores global trade dynamics, international institutions, and strategic adaptation across trade blocs such as NAFTA, the EU, and ASEAN.

Community Leadership:
Beyond his professional achievements, Rocco has made a lasting impact through his extensive community involvement. He has served for over a decade on the University of Ottawa Heart Institute Foundation, contributing to the advancement of cardiovascular health and research. His commitment to civic engagement is further reflected in his work with the Westboro Community Association Board of Directors, where he championed local initiatives and urban development. Additionally, Rocco has partnered with the Ottawa Hospital through the fitness community, promoting wellness and fundraising efforts that benefit patient care and community health programs.

Rocco’s leadership is marked by a collaborative spirit, a passion for innovation, and a strong belief in the power of community. His work continues to inspire positive change across both corporate and public sectors in Ottawa and beyond.