Jane Atherton
About Jane Atherton
Jane Atherton is the Head of North America at Temasek, with extensive experience in board governance and financial services, currently serving on the boards of iCapital Network, C2FO, and Reach the World.
Title at Temasek
Jane Atherton currently serves as Head, North America at Temasek, based in New York City. Her role includes overseeing the investing activities in North America, with a particular focus on strategic growth and market expansion. She brings extensive experience in financial services and board governance to her position at Temasek.
Board Roles and Governance
Jane Atherton has significant experience in board governance. She is currently a Board Member at iCapital Network, C2FO, and Reach the World. Her previous board roles include being a Board Member at Forge and a Board Observer for companies like Blend, Flywire, Bill.com, and AvidXchange, Inc. Her strategic insights and guidance have been instrumental in these positions.
Background in Investment Banking and Corporate Finance
Jane Atherton has a comprehensive background in investment banking and corporate finance. She worked at Citigroup Global Markets as a Managing Director for 17 years. Prior to that, she held a managerial position in the European Corporate Finance Division at Schroders plc for five years. Her transition from a legal career into finance showcases her versatile expertise.
Legal Education and Qualifications
Jane Atherton holds a degree in Law (LLB Hons) from The University of Sheffield and completed her Law Society Final Exams with honors at the College of Law, Chester. Her strong legal background provided a foundation for her subsequent career in corporate finance and financial services.
Career Progression at Temasek
Jane Atherton has had a distinguished career at Temasek. She was the Deputy Head North America / Managing Director Financial Services from 2017 to 2023 before being promoted to Head, North America. She also served as Co-Head North America / Managing Director from 2023 to 2024. During her tenure, she played a significant role in the company's strategic initiatives and growth in North America.