Craig Stanfield


Craig Stanfield, an investment professional with over 25 years of experience, joined Nova Scotia Business Inc. in 2001 as Manager, Investment Projects, and transitioned to Managing Director of Investment Attraction in 2008.

Craig Stanfield Full ImageAs Managing Director, Investment Attraction, Craig leads a team of seasoned professionals who work to create business opportunities and attract new investment to Nova Scotia. 

Before joining the NSBI team, Craig worked in both the public and private sectors where he provided counsel, managed numerous teams as well as conducted stakeholder relations. He also trained and worked with one of the world’s largest investment firms, and in various positions at the Branch, Regional Office and Head Office levels of a federal crown corporation. 

With a demonstrated track record of investment attraction and business development in Nova Scotia, Craig brings a wealth of experience to the NSBI team.

Craig received his Bachelor of Commerce from Dalhousie University in Halifax, Nova Scotia. Craig lives in Bedford with his wife, Joanne. They are proud parents of their daughters, Jaclyn and Stephanie.