Divershefy Distinguished Director
Gretta C Antonescu
Non Executive Director | Board Advisor | Audit and
Risk Expert | Digital Transformation Leader |
Cybersecurity & AI Governance | Harvard Alumni
Entrepreneur In Residence Expert | Executive Mentor
International finance executive recognized for strategic foresight,Ā simplifying complexity and helping leaders see around cornersĀ whilst navigate digital disruption, regulatory change, and strategicĀ inflection points."
www.grettaantonescu.com
Expertise include:
- Extensive leadership experience in strategy development,
business turnarounds, and scaling high-impact initiatives across
complex, regulated markets. - In-depth expertise in regulatory frameworks and audit
oversight within financial services, enabling effective governance
and risk control. - Board-relevant specialization in Cybersecurity and AI
governance, supporting informed oversight of emerging digitalĀ and operational risks. - Skilled in leading global, cross-functional teams, bringing
together strategic foresight and entrepreneurial execution in
dynamic environments.
Current Boad Mandates
NED : āI am Heshimaā
Board Advisor: Qodeo, Exxeta
Past Positions
Head e-Trading Sales & Services and COO Global Trading Solutions Switzerland (Credit Suisse)
Chief Operating Officer Equity Derivatives & Cash Trading and Sales
Mortgage Backed Securities Fixed Income Sales (Credit Suisse First Boston)
Head of Sales and Operations (DMT Capital)
Managing Director(Marshal Tourism Ltd)
Experiences (Industries)
Financial Services, PsychologyĀ
Memberships
ā¢ Swiss FinTech Association
ā¢ Women in AI Governance
ā¢ Impact Emerging Markets Boards
ā¢ Women on Boards
Other engagements
Harvard Alumni Entrepreneurs in Residence SME
Neuroscience-based Executive Mentor
Career Achievement
Whilst there were several impressive achievements throughout my career - ranging from founding and scaling of a business that was awarded at WEF in 1997 to scaling-up businesses in UK and Switzerland - one of my key achievements was the pioneering (conceptualization and implementation) of Credit Suisseās first cross-asset electronic trading application and its integration into the CS Private Banking Online Platform and Advisory ecosystem.Ā
Board Resume
Non-Executive Director, Board Advisor, Digital Transformation Leader
with focus on Financial Services Audit & Risk Committees Strategy and Technology Innovation & Governance
Gretta is a certified NED, Board Advisor, and Digital Transformation Leader. She is a seasoned finance professional with 21 years of international expertise (London, NYC and Zurich) in Banking and Finance. Gretta brings deep expertise in the financial services industry and has demonstrated a track record of leading innovation and growth with strategic vision and digital expertise. With an international career, Gretta has successfully led multi-cultural and crossfunctional teams. The overarching theme throughout her career has been her aptitude in leadership positions and ability to create value through innovative business strategies and operational excellence.
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Education, Certifications, Awards
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EDUCATION
Master of Science in Banking & International Finance
Bayes Business School, London, UK
Bachelor of Finance in Banking & Accounting
Academy of Economic Studies, Bucharest, RO
CERTIFICATIONS
ā¢ ISC2 Cybersecurity
ā¢ Board Education Program, The Boardroom (2022)
ā¢ Global ESG Board Certification, Competent Boards Designation Program (2022)
ā¢ C-Level Program, European Women in Banking (2022)
ā¢ International Board Director Competency Designation, M. A. Pfister Strategy Group (2022)
ā¢ Women Advancing Leadership Program, Wharton Institute of Executive Education (2022)
ā¢ Executive Women Leadership Program, Yale Institute of Executive Education (2022)
ā¢ Series 63 Uniform Securities Agent State Law Examination, National Association of Securities Dealers (2005)
ā¢ Series 7 General Securities Representative Examination, U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (2005)
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šĀ Success through creativity, courage and determination
Join Gretta Antonescu, Board Director and Executive Mentor, as she shares her insights and experiences in this episode of the Divershefy Inspiring Leaders Podcast. Discover actionable leadership strategies and timeless wisdom from Gretta herself.
š§ Listen on Spotify: Spotify Podcast Link
š Explore more: Divershefy Podcast Page
š Connect with Gretta: www.grettaantonescu.com
Tune in and elevate your leadership journey!
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Holding a Board seat currently or have in the past: Canada, USA, Switzerland
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