David N. Bowden is a Senior Business Advisor and Entrepreneurship Instructor in the MaRS Discovery District. As a Strategic Growth Consultant since 2008, he has led strategic business transformation projects for numerous clients. Prior to this, Mr. Bowden held international and executive roles at a number of large companies. His extensive volunteer service includes serving as a Director and past Chair of Habitat for Humanity Canada for 14 years and CESO volunteer advisor since 2017. He is a Director of the Bata Shoe Museum and a Member of the Professional Engineers of Ontario. 

Mr. Bowden is a double graduate of the University Toronto. He received a BASc from the Faculty of Applied Science and Engineering and an MBA from the Rotman School of Management. He has completed the ICD (Institute for Corporate Directors) NFP Governance Program.