Maria Giovanna Pugliese
About Maria Giovanna Pugliese
Maria Giovanna Pugliese serves as the COO of Compliance at Lombard Odier Group, bringing extensive experience from roles at HSBC, Barclays, and the Financial Conduct Authority. She holds advanced degrees from Università Bocconi and The London School of Economics, and is recognized for her expertise in legal and regulatory frameworks.
Current Role at Lombard Odier Group
Maria Giovanna Pugliese serves as the Chief Operating Officer (COO) of Compliance at Lombard Odier Group. She has held this position since 2021, contributing to the firm's compliance strategies and operational efficiency. Based in Geneva, Switzerland, she focuses on ensuring adherence to legal and regulatory standards within the organization.
Previous Experience in Financial Services
Pugliese has extensive experience in the financial services sector. She worked at HSBC in various roles, including Business Manager in the Europe Private Banking COO Office from 2013 to 2018, and Business Transformation Lead from 2017 to 2021. Additionally, she served as Head of Entity Management & Service Management at HSBC from 2018 to 2021. Her earlier roles include positions at Barclays Wealth and Investment Management and Morgan Stanley.
Educational Background
Maria Giovanna Pugliese has a strong academic foundation. She studied at Università Bocconi, where she earned a Laurea magna cum laude from 1994 to 1999. She also completed a Master of Science with Distinction at The London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE) in 2000. Furthermore, she trained at the Coaches Training Institute (CTI), achieving the Certified Professional Co-Active Coach designation between 2015 and 2017.
Expertise in Compliance and Governance
Pugliese possesses a robust background in legal, regulatory, and corporate governance frameworks, which is essential for her role in compliance. Her experience includes working as a Technical Specialist and Senior Associate at the Financial Conduct Authority, where she focused on banking reform and regulatory compliance. This expertise supports her commitment to achieving organizational clarity and excellence.
Professional Development and Coaching
In addition to her formal education, Maria Giovanna Pugliese has pursued professional development in coaching. She studied at the Coaches Training Institute (CTI) from 2015 to 2016, where she honed her skills as a coach. This training complements her leadership roles and enhances her ability to foster personal integrity and authenticity within organizations.