Claude Sam-Foh

Enterprise Architecture, Cybersecurity & Digital Governance Leader

Claude is a technology and governance leader with over 30 years of experience across enterprise architecture, cybersecurity, digital strategy, and organizational transformation. He is committed to helping learners build confidence, critical thinking skills, and the ability to apply knowledge meaningfully in real-world contexts. In his roles as motivational speaker, academic advocate, and instructor, he’s known for blending expert-level insight with humour, making complex concepts accessible, practical, and engaging.

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Career Snapshot

Earned 30-plus professional credentials across twelve disciplines, including enterprise architecture, information security, privacy, AI, service management, and program/project management

Served as Chief Enterprise Architect and Chief Information Security Officer with the Ontario Government and the Financial Services Commission of Ontario

Former Director of Enterprise Governance, Risk Management, and Chief Architect at Centennial College

PeopleCert (ITIL) Ambassador, ISACA Academic Advocate, and ISC2 Authorized Instructor

Led major enterprise-wide transformations by identifying business improvement opportunities, shaping strategic vision, and implementing innovative governance and digital solutions

Taught a wide range of courses, including enterprise architecture, cloud computing, cybersecurity, SecDevOps, disaster recovery, ERP, business information systems, strategic management, and IT project management

“Knowledge secured and wisdom applied—that is the foundation of true leadership.”

— Claude Sam-Foh

More about Claude

Claude’s career began with a deep commitment to improving how organizations govern, secure, and design their digital ecosystems. Over more than three decades, he has contributed significantly to Ontario’s public sector and higher education landscape, helping institutions modernize operations, strengthen cybersecurity, and align technology with strategic goals.

His extensive industry experience directly informs his teaching. Claude is known for bringing real-world case studies into the classroom, merging academic theory with practical insights from government, higher education, and enterprise environments. His teaching style – rooted in clarity, humour, and relevance – helps learners build mastery and apply complex concepts with confidence.

Claude continues to inspire learners and professionals across multiple universities and industry associations. His work reflects an unwavering belief in continuous learning, personal growth, and the transformative power of education.

Microcredentials created by Claude

CURV 831 - Cybersecurity Risk Assessment