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Andrew Moor – CEO of EQB Inc (EQB.TO)
Andrew Moor has been the CEO of EQB Inc, the parent company of Equitable Bank, since 2007. Under his leadership, the bank has evolved into Canada's leading digital bank, widely known for innovation in mortgage lending, digital banking, and fintech partnerships. Moor has championed initiatives like the launch of EQ Bank, Canada's first mobile-only bank, and driven the institution’s expansion into modern, efficient banking practices.
📊 Company Overview: EQB Inc (Equitable Bank)
The CEO of EQB Inc earns approximately C$3.4 million annually, according to recent proxy filings.
| Detail | Info |
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| Ticker | EQB.TO (TSX) |
| Sector | Financials |
| Industry | Banking & Digital Finance |
| Market Cap | ~C$2.5 billion |
| Founded | 1970 |
| Headquarters | Toronto, Ontario, Canada |
| Employees | ~1,200 |
| Key Subsidiary | EQ Bank |
EQB Inc is a publicly traded Canadian financial services company that operates primarily through Equitable Bank and EQ Bank. It has built a reputation as Canada's Challenger Bank™, offering digital-first financial products, competitive interest rates, and a rapidly growing suite of savings, lending, and investment services. It has also made several strategic acquisitions, including Concentra Bank in 2022.
👤 CEO Profile: Andrew Moor
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Nationality: Canadian
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Education:
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MBA from the University of British Columbia
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Engineering degree from Cambridge University
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Career Highlights:
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Appointed CEO of Equitable Bank in 2007
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Former President of Invis Inc., a major Canadian mortgage brokerage
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Oversaw the transformation from a traditional lender to a digital banking leader
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Leadership Style: Visionary and innovation-driven, with a focus on customer-centric digital transformation
💰 CEO Compensation
| Component | Value (2023) |
|---|---|
| Base Salary | C$735,000 |
| Annual Bonus | C$750,000 |
| Share-Based Awards | C$1.7 million |
| Other Compensation | C$215,000 |
| Total Compensation | C$3.4 million |
Note: A large portion of Moor’s pay is tied to performance-based equity and long-term shareholder value creation.
🏆 Strategic Priorities under Moor
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Digital Banking Innovation: Launched and scaled EQ Bank, one of Canada’s most successful digital banks
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Strategic M&A: Led acquisition of Concentra Bank to broaden EQB’s national presence
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Customer-Centric Technology: Developed new tools and APIs for faster mortgage approvals and real-time banking
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ESG Commitment: Introduced green mortgage products and enhanced sustainability reporting
🧭 Notable Achievements
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Market Leadership: EQ Bank ranked #1 in customer satisfaction among mid-sized banks
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Financial Performance: Record earnings and asset growth in 2022–2023
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Industry Awards: Moor recognized as a Fintech Thought Leader in Canada
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