Leanne Webber
About Leanne Webber
Leanne Webber serves as the Global Head of Tax at Russell Investments, where she has worked since 2011. With a strong background in U.S. federal tax regulations and international tax matters, she has held various tax-related positions at notable companies including The Walt Disney Company and Starbucks Coffee Company.
Current Role at Russell Investments
Leanne Webber serves as the Global Head of Tax at Russell Investments. She has held this position since 2011, contributing to the company's tax strategy and compliance efforts. In her role, she oversees tax-related matters on a global scale, ensuring adherence to U.S. federal tax regulations and international tax requirements. Her leadership in this area supports the company's financial reporting and strategic planning.
Previous Experience at Russell Investments
Before her current role, Leanne Webber worked at Russell Investments as the U.S. Tax Director from 2009 to 2011. During her two years in this position, she focused on U.S. tax compliance and strategic planning, laying the groundwork for her later responsibilities as Global Head of Tax.
Professional Background in Taxation
Leanne Webber has extensive experience in tax accounting, having worked in various prominent companies. She served as Tax Accounting Director at The Walt Disney Company for one year, from 2008 to 2009. Prior to that, she held the same position at Starbucks Coffee Company for ten years, from 1998 to 2008. Her career also includes six years at Weyerhaeuser, where she focused on tax compliance and research from 1992 to 1998.
Education and Expertise
Leanne Webber holds a Master of Science in Taxation (M.S. Tax) from Golden Gate University, where she specialized in Income Tax. She also earned a Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.) in Accounting from Pacific Lutheran University, completing her studies from 1986 to 1990. Her educational background supports her expertise in U.S. federal tax regulations and international tax matters.
Specialization in Tax Accounting
Leanne Webber specializes in income tax accounting, providing insights that enhance financial reporting and tax compliance. Her strong background in U.S. federal tax regulations contributes to the strategic planning processes within her organization. Additionally, her expertise in international tax matters plays a critical role in shaping the company's global tax strategy.