Jens-Michael Schaal

Jens-Michael Schaal is an accomplished executive serving as Vice President of Global Expansion at Invest Ottawa since August 2019, where the focus is on driving economic growth and job creation in Ottawa’s knowledge-based industries. Jens-Michael is also a Board Member for Consider Canada, advocating for policies that support economic development across major Canadian municipalities, and actively participates in TEC Canada as a member of both the Board and Executive Committee. Previously, Jens-Michael held prominent diplomatic roles for the Ontario Government, supporting trade and investment between Canada and the USA and India. With a strong foundation in finance and public administration, Jens-Michael's diverse experience encompasses educational programs for economic integration, policy development in the ICT sector, and senior roles in banking, underscored by multiple advanced degrees and executive training from prestigious institutions.