Laurie (Turnof) Schuster
About Laurie (Turnof) Schuster
Laurie (Turnof) Schuster serves as the Principal and Head of Operational Risk at Apollo Global Management, Inc., where she has worked since 2022. With a background that includes leadership roles at KPMG US, AXA Advisors, and Citi, she specializes in business process transformations and operational optimization.
Current Role at Apollo Global Management
Laurie Schuster currently serves as Principal - Head of Operational Risk at Apollo Global Management, Inc. since 2022. In this role, she is responsible for overseeing operational risk management strategies and ensuring the organization adheres to regulatory requirements. Her leadership involves guiding teams to identify potential risks and implementing measures to mitigate them effectively.
Previous Experience at Apollo Global Management
Prior to her current position, Laurie worked at Apollo Global Management, Inc. as Principal - Business Transformation from 2019 to 2022. In this capacity, she focused on designing and implementing business process transformations that emphasized operational optimization and intuitive design. Her work contributed to the development of operational roadmaps that enhanced business performance.
Professional Background and Career Progression
Laurie's career includes significant roles at various organizations. She was a Director at KPMG US from 2018 to 2019, a Vice President at LAMCO LLC from 2009 to 2011, and a Management Consultant at North Highland from 2014 to 2018. She also held senior positions at Citi and Lehman Brothers, where she gained extensive experience in operations and financial services.
Educational Background
Laurie earned her Bachelor of Arts degree in Economics from Columbia University, where she studied from 1999 to 2003. This educational foundation has contributed to her expertise in strategic planning and operations management, enabling her to navigate complex business environments effectively.
Expertise in Business Process Transformation
Laurie possesses extensive experience in designing and implementing business process transformations. Her specialization in cross-functional management and operations strategy & execution allows her to lead global collaborative teams in delivering impactful operational solutions. She has a proven track record in strategic planning and generating growth insights.