Rachel Power
About Rachel Power
Rachel Power serves as the Strategy & Transformation Lead for the Distribution Network at Nationwide Building Society, a position she has held since 2020. With a diverse background in corporate innovation and strategy, she has previously worked at notable organizations such as Accenture, Lloyds Banking Group, and KPMG.
Work at Nationwide Building Society
Rachel Power has served as the Strategy & Transformation Lead for the Distribution Network at Nationwide Building Society since 2020. In this role, she focuses on breaking down corporate barriers to enhance operational efficiency and drive strategic initiatives within the organization.
Previous Employment Experience
Prior to her current position, Rachel Power held various roles across multiple organizations. She worked at Accenture UK as an Open Innovation Ecosystem Senior Manager and as a Management Consulting Manager. She also served as a Programme Management Analyst at Lloyds Banking Group and held positions at Cutover, eBay, and Secure Code Warrior. Her experience spans across strategy, innovation, and partnership development.
Education and Expertise
Rachel Power studied at the University of Limerick, where she earned a Bachelor of Business Studies with a focus on Economics and Finance from 2004 to 2008. She furthered her education at the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants, achieving a Degree in Management Accounting from 2009 to 2015. Her educational background supports her expertise in corporate innovation and strategic transformation.
Background in Corporate Innovation
Rachel Power has a strong background in corporate innovation, which is evident from her roles at organizations such as the Aerospace Technology Institute, where she served as Head of Strategy, Engagement and Innovation. Her experience in advancing new technologies and enhancing the startup ecosystem aligns with her current focus in strategy and transformation.
Passion for Technology and Startups
Rachel Power is passionate about advancing new technologies and enhancing the startup ecosystem. This passion drives her strategic initiatives and informs her approach to breaking down barriers within corporate structures, allowing for greater innovation and collaboration.