Stephen Geran
About Stephen Geran
Stephen Geran serves as the Head of Digital Product Innovation and Chief Product Owner at Nationwide Building Society, where he has worked since 2022. He has a diverse background, including roles at Habiplace, ExxonMobil, and the Royal Navy, and he emphasizes innovation and compliance in product development.
Current Role at Nationwide Building Society
Stephen Geran serves as the Head of Digital Product Innovation and Chief Product Owner at Nationwide Building Society. He has held this position since 2022, operating out of London, England. In this role, he leads the full product funnel process, which includes conducting data-first feasibility studies and engaging with senior stakeholders. He also oversees a cross-functional delivery team and is responsible for partner commercial and legal negotiations, both internally and externally.
Previous Experience at Nationwide Building Society
Prior to his current role, Stephen Geran worked at Nationwide Building Society in various capacities. He was a Senior Product Manager for Home Propositions from 2021 to 2022 and served as a Senior Strategy Analyst for seven months in 2020. His responsibilities included ensuring compliance across product, design, and engineering practices by liaising with Risk and control functions.
Founding Role at Habiplace
Stephen Geran was the Founder and Chief Product Officer at Habiplace from 2016 to 2020. During this four-year tenure in Dorset, he focused on product development and innovation, contributing to the establishment of the company within its market.
Military Background in the Royal Navy
Stephen Geran served in the Royal Navy as an Artificer from 2001 to 2009. His military training included studying Marine Engineering at the Royal Naval School of Engineering from 2003 to 2007. This experience provided him with a strong technical foundation and discipline that he has applied throughout his career.
Experience at ExxonMobil
Before joining Nationwide Building Society, Stephen Geran worked at ExxonMobil from 2009 to 2015. His role in operations contributed to his understanding of large-scale business processes and operational efficiency, skills that he has leveraged in subsequent positions.