Mariam Adeola Ogunbambi
About Mariam Adeola Ogunbambi
Mariam Adeola Ogunbambi serves as the Head of Card Payments at Starling Bank, where she has worked since 2019. She has a diverse background in technology and finance, with previous roles at IBM, Clarasys, and Kantar, and has received multiple awards for her contributions to the industry.
Current Role at Starling Bank
Mariam Adeola Ogunbambi serves as the Head of Card Payments at Starling Bank since 2019. In this role, she leads the card operations team, focusing on the development and implementation of innovative payment solutions. Her leadership is pivotal in enhancing the bank's card payment offerings, ensuring they meet the evolving needs of customers.
Previous Experience at Starling Bank
Prior to her current position, Ogunbambi held multiple roles at Starling Bank. She worked as a Programme Manager from 2016 to 2018, where she managed various projects within the organization. Following this, she served as a Senior Operational Risk Manager for eight months in 2018, contributing to the bank's operational risk strategies.
Career Background
Mariam Ogunbambi has a diverse career background in consulting and business development. She began her professional journey as a Business Development Assistant at Crown Agents from 2008 to 2009. She then transitioned to Kantar as a Market Research Interviewer in 2012. After her time at Kantar, she worked at IBM as a Business Consultant from 2012 to 2015 and later joined Clarasys as a Senior Consultant from 2015 to 2016.
Education and Expertise
Ogunbambi studied at the University of Manchester, where she earned a Master of Business (MBus) in Global Business Analysis with Distinction in 2011. Her educational background provides her with a strong foundation in business analysis, which complements her extensive experience in the financial services and technology sectors.
Awards and Recognition
Mariam Ogunbambi has received notable recognition for her contributions to technology and financial services. She was honored with the TechWomen50 award, which acknowledges her as a leading woman in technology. Additionally, she received the FSOT Award for her impactful work in the financial services sector.