February 11, 2026 Forum Meeting
9 am
8905 Bathurst St Richmond Hill ON
Get ahead of the curve with AI and your credit decisions. Mark Wilson - CTO of eCapital.
It seems that Artificial Intelligence has moved, almost overnight, from a movie topic to a seemingly futuristic yet integral part of our business - or at least it should be. eCapital has been on a journey with Artificial Intelligence, working to integrate it into their daily decision-making processes throughout the entire company. Learn and discuss how AI is transforming business and how you can join the journey.
Mark Wilson has over 30 years of experience in the technical development of complex information technology systems. He is known for his ability to adeptly manage large-scale projects and is consistently an early adopter of emerging technologies, including early engagement with the emerging field of machine learning.
He leads a team of technology experts in the advancement of all eCapital platforms, products, and infrastructure. Mark’s previous roles include working with multinational organizations such as Ernst & Young LLP and forming his own consulting firm where he developed customized solutions for clients such as Research in Motion and the BMW Group. Mark holds a Bachelor of Mathematics from the University of Waterloo.
Corporate Credit Risk: Early Detection. Zain Bukhari Associate Director, Risk & Valuations, S&P Global Market Intelligence
This presentation examines corporate credit risk with a focus on the key qualitative and quantitative indicators that make up credit ratings. It explains how shifts in business risk, financial risk, and modifiers such as liquidity, and capital structure have the potential to influence rating outcomes and how these factors are assessed within a forward-looking credit framework. The presentation also highlights early warning signals that may indicate a potential upgrade or downgrade.
Zain Bukhari is an Associate Director in Risk & Valuations at S&P Global Market Intelligence. With more than nine years at the company he contributes to credit risk assessments and financial valuations across a range of asset classes. A lifelong Star Wars fan, he enjoys boxing, kayaking, and spending his time-off with his family.
The Credit Experts Panel. Answering questions submitted that will bring more clarity to concerns. The panel comes with wealth of knowledge.