Anthony Glenholme
About Anthony Glenholme
Anthony Glenholme serves as the Head of Efficiency and Strategic Cost Programme at Nationwide Building Society, a position he has held since 2017. With extensive experience in finance and strategic planning across various sectors, he has previously worked in senior roles at organizations such as Castle Trust Bank, EMI Music, and PepsiCo.
Work at Nationwide Building Society
Anthony Glenholme has been serving as the Head of Efficiency / Strategic Cost Programme at Nationwide Building Society since 2017. In this role, he focuses on enhancing operational efficiency and managing strategic cost initiatives. Previously, he held multiple positions within the organization, including Head of Business Planning for Group Operations Strategy and Architecture from 2013 to 2015, and Head of Finance for Group Distribution from 2010 to 2013. His extensive experience at Nationwide has contributed to significant cost efficiencies and strategic planning efforts.
Previous Experience in Finance and Strategy
Prior to his current role, Anthony Glenholme held various significant positions in finance and strategic planning across several organizations. He was the Director of Finance at Castle Trust Bank from 2015 to 2016 and served as Head of Group FP&A at RHM Group plc from 2004 to 2006. His tenure at EMI Music as Interim Head of Group FP&A from 2009 to 2010 further solidified his expertise in financial planning and analysis. Additionally, he worked at PepsiCo in multiple roles, including Head of Commercial Planning and Strategic Planning Manager.
Educational Background
Anthony Glenholme studied at Aston University, where he earned a Bachelor of Science with Honours in Human Psychology & Business. He completed his degree from 1987 to 1991, achieving a 2.1 classification. This educational background has provided him with a strong foundation in both psychological principles and business practices, which he has applied throughout his career in finance and strategic roles.
Achievements in Cost Efficiency and Financial Management
Throughout his career, Anthony Glenholme has demonstrated a strong ability to drive cost efficiency and financial management. He successfully delivered approximately £250 million in cost efficiency over three years for a major UK financial services organization. Additionally, he achieved a return on investment exceeding 10% on a £350 million annual investment program for a major UK grocery retailer. His leadership in establishing high-performing finance teams and implementing new financial tools has contributed to significant business growth and operational improvements.