Stefan is an accredited Non-Executive Director and senior international banking executive with more than 25 years’ experience in leadership, governance, operations, risk management and organisational transformation. His most recent role was as a Chief Operating Officer and Managing Director of NatWest Bank Europe, working closely with its Management and Supervisory Boards on strategy, governance and organisational development.
Throughout his career, Stefan has been particularly interested in how organisations can adapt and innovate to deliver better outcomes for the people they serve. He has led major transformation programmes, developed high-performing teams and used technology, data and new ways of working to strengthen organisational effectiveness and resilience.
His connection with the homelessness sector is very personal. Stefan has supported the homelessness charity Crisis for many years. This experience has strengthened his belief in the importance of giving people not only immediate support, but the opportunity and confidence to build sustainable, independent futures.
Outside work, Stefan is a sports enthusiast, enjoys learning languages and is interested in music and contemporary art. He is also writing a young-adult novel series as a fun project.
