Anne Whit

Strategic fintech and corporate development executive with more than two decades of experience driving business transformation, accelerating revenue growth, and leading organizational turnarounds across global financial institutions, technology companies, and consulting firms. Throughout my career with organizations including Huntington Bank, Visa, Barclays, Citi, Samsung, Boston Consulting Group, and Booz & Company, I have successfully developed market expansion strategies, negotiated complex strategic partnerships, and built high performing international teams. Having led initiatives across North America, Europe, and Asia, I possess extensive experience operating within diverse, multicultural business environments while delivering measurable commercial outcomes.

My expertise includes generating more than $16 billion in payment volume during 2024, leading enterprise-wide strategic initiatives, and creating scalable growth opportunities across banking, financial services, consulting, and technology sectors. I have a proven ability to develop long-term corporate strategies, improve operational performance, and accelerate innovation through emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence, blockchain, digital assets, and advanced payments. An MBA graduate of Columbia Business School, I combine strong commercial judgment with strategic thinking and disciplined execution to help organizations thrive in rapidly evolving markets.

Head of Fintech, Digital Assets & Ventures at Huntington National Bank (2025-01 – Present)

• Lead the bank's enterprise Digital Assets strategy, including stablecoins and tokenized deposits, defining strategic capabilities, priority business applications, commercial roadmaps, and go-to-market initiatives.
• Establish and manage strategic relationships with fintech companies, payment providers, and technology partners across AI, blockchain, cryptocurrency, and digital assets to support Huntington's innovation strategy and long-term revenue objectives.
• Direct the firm's corporate venture capital portfolio by identifying and managing investments in leading fintech venture funds aligned with enterprise priorities.
• Lead direct investments in high-growth fintech companies by developing investment theses, valuation models, commercialization plans, and integration strategies.
• Drive Huntington's fintech mergers and acquisitions strategy, overseeing target identification, due diligence, transaction evaluation, and post-acquisition integration planning.
• Recruit, mentor, and lead a high-performing Ventures team while promoting innovation, sound risk management, and cross-functional collaboration throughout the organization.

Head of Fintech, Technology Accounts & Ventures – CEMEA (Digital Partnerships) at Visa (2023-01 – 2025-01)

• Developed and implemented growth strategies focused on high-potential sectors including Buy Now Pay Later (BNPL), digital assets, commerce enablement, neo banking, brokerage platforms, fintech infrastructure, money movement, cryptocurrency, gaming, and identity solutions.
• Redesigned sales operations by introducing scalable processes and frameworks that improved team effectiveness and business growth.
• Established strategic partnerships with fintech organizations and global technology companies to expand revenue opportunities and strengthen market positioning.

Director, Head of Global Client Strategy, Fixed Income Markets & Securitized Products at Barclays Corporate & Investment Bank (2022-01 – 2023-01)

• Enhanced relationships with major asset managers and hedge funds through detailed analysis of client strategies and the development of tailored commercial solutions.
• Led strategic initiatives designed to improve profitability and increase client share of wallet.
• Generated strategic insights by evaluating internal product capabilities, identifying key revenue opportunities, and prioritizing high-margin offerings aligned with client objectives.

Director, Head of Digital Platform Strategy at Citi (2021-01 – 2022-01)

• Aligned digital products and services with the evolving needs of ultra-high-net-worth and high-net-worth clients to drive revenue growth.
• Led digital transformation initiatives that significantly improved customer engagement and overall client experience.
• Worked closely with cross-functional teams to develop innovative, client-focused digital solutions.

Director, Strategy & Partnerships | SVP, Global Innovation Lab Network at Citi (2016-01 – 2021-01)

• Led commercialization efforts for emerging startups while cultivating strategic institutional partnerships.
• Accelerated adoption of technologies including machine learning, blockchain, and augmented/virtual reality to expand product offerings and market capabilities.
• Helped define strategic direction for innovation and venture initiatives while balancing scalability and commercial success.
• Coordinated cross-functional teams spanning product management, engineering, legal, compliance, finance, and design to ensure successful execution of strategic innovation programs.

Engagement Manager & Consultant at Samsung Global Strategy Group (GSG) (2013-01 – 2016-01)

• Managed strategic projects across autonomous vehicles, advanced technologies, and financial services industries.
• Developed market entry strategies and operational models that supported sustainable business expansion.
• Led customer service transformation initiatives aimed at improving operational efficiency and enhancing customer experience.

Consultant at Boston Consulting Group (BCG) (2012-01 – 2013-05)

• Designed strategic pricing models and operational improvement initiatives that enhanced organizational performance.
• Developed digital transformation and risk management strategies for multinational clients.
• Advised organizations on multi-million-dollar engagements focused on profitability improvement and cost optimization.

Associate at Booz & Company (2010-01 – 2011-01)

• Delivered strategic consulting solutions covering procurement, commodities trading, and enterprise restructuring initiatives.
• Advised multinational organizations on strategic business challenges across multiple industries.
• Partnered with multidisciplinary teams to execute large-scale business transformation projects.

Detective, Counter Terrorism Division | Police Officer at New York City Police Department (2003-01 – 2008-01)

• Developed and supported counterterrorism strategies designed to safeguard critical infrastructure and major public events.
• Conducted high-level investigations to identify and mitigate threats to public safety.
• Worked collaboratively with municipal, state, and federal agencies to coordinate counterterrorism operations and initiatives.

Master of Business Administration (MBA) – Columbia Business School (2010-01)

Master of Science (MS) – Stevens Institute of Technology (2004-01)

Bachelor of Engineering (B.E.) in Civil Engineering – Stevens Institute of Technology (2003-01)