Kerry Khoo Fazari

Current Professional Overview

Originally from Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, Kerry began her career experience in Singapore before permanently relocating to Canada, where she has established herself as a thought leader in data science in financial services.

Kerry leads the data science and engineering function within RBC’s Chief Data Office, driving strategic AI initiatives in data management, governance, and controls assurance. With a proven track record spanning over a decade, Kerry has progressed from individual contributor to leadership roles across Canada’s financial and professional services sectors.

In her role at RBC, she is focused on automation to optimize and enhance operational efficiencies and strategic decision making by developing and implementing AI/ML, Gen AI solutions and building robust data ecosystems and architecture designed to support AI/ML at scale within the CDO and the Enterprise Chief Legal & Administrative Office.

Career Trajectory

Kerry’s career reflects deep expertise in data science and engineering, with progressive leadership experience across premier organizations including PwC, Cossette, CIBC, and TD Bank. Her background spans consulting, marketing science & technology, and banking—bringing cross-industry perspectives to complex data challenges and organizational transformation.

Academic Credentials

Kerry holds a PhD in Engineering and an MSc in Statistics, both from the University of Toronto. Her doctoral research specialized in stochastic optimization, providing strong theoretical foundations for her applied work in data governance and AI-driven automation.

Personal Interests

Beyond her professional pursuits, Kerry is an accomplished professional musician with a diploma from the Royal College of Music (London, UK) in piano. She also plays violin, flute, and classical guitar. Kerry is an avid amateur photographer and passionate cyclist, commuting by bike when possible.