Stephen Lopes

Stephen Lopes, CPA, serves as a Partner and National Gi3 Growth Leader at Deloitte, where responsibilities include leading growth strategies for a practice that supports over 1,100 clients in Canada in securing nearly $1 billion in annual incentives. Stephen also co-leads the National COVID-19 Subsidies Offering, assisting over 600 clients in accessing more than $2 billion in emergency relief. Previous roles include Ontario Gi3 Marketplace Leader, contributing to significant revenue growth, and a Senior Manager position that transformed Deloitte's practice in BC into a top performer. Beyond Deloitte, Stephen is an investor and limited partner in various early-stage ventures, including Vessel, Inovia Capital, and Brightspark Ventures. Academic qualifications include a Chartered Professional Accountants designation and degrees from Concordia University, along with active contributions to CPA Canada and nonprofit fundraising initiatives.