HSBC Bank, Global
A multi-Award-Winning Business Leader, Women’s Empowerment Advocate, Corporate Culture Architect Shauna Roper is a distinguished business executive with 17 years of experience in global financial services, specialising in driving strategic business and cultural transformation and operational excellence. Currently serving as Chief of Staff in HSBC Global Procurement, she collaborates with senior leadership to optimise operations, enhance decision-making, and achieve measurable business outcomes. Her role is integral to aligning procurement strategy with organisational goals, fostering resilience, and driving innovation across the supply chain. As the former Global Head of Diversity and
Inclusion in Global Functions, Shauna delivered an effective inclusion strategy, exceeding representation goals and significantly improving the organisations inclusion index. Her efforts have solidified her reputation as a leader who embeds D&I into the business agenda, demonstrating the powerful link between cultural inclusivity and enhanced performance. Shauna is also the founder of an entrepreneurial program for women in business, which resulted in senior leadership promotions and improved business performance, showcasing the potential of intrapreneurship.
With a decade-long background in Risk and Compliance, Shauna specialised in financial crime and regulatory advisory. Her deep expertise in embedding risk frameworks and delivering operational transformation continues to shape her approach in managing complexity and mitigating risks within procurement. Recognised for her ability to lead cultural and business transformation, Shauna has earned the trust of the Group Executive Office and the Holdings Board. Shauna was recognised as the Top 75 DEI influencer in EMEA, in 2022, Top 25 Black female trailblazer in the UK, in 2023 and was recently named Top 30 Inspirational Women and Change Makers for 2024.