“Sharing wisdom gained from a global career to empower the next generation of leadership.”
Tweed Steadman is a seasoned operations and risk management executive with over two decades of distinguished service across some of the world’s most respected financial institutions. With a career forged at the intersection of compliance, governance, and global operations, Tweed has earned a reputation for guiding complex organizations through change while preserving institutional integrity and strengthening stakeholder trust. Her professional journey reflects an enduring commitment to risk-aware leadership and operational excellence, and a powerful drive to give back through board service and advisory contributions.
Beginning her career in financial operations at Merrill Lynch, Tweed quickly stood out for her ability to bridge the gap between frontline operations and executive oversight. Over ten years, she evolved from a specialist role to Vice President, managing global fees, documentation, and client services. Her impact was immediately evident, leading to operational savings and systems improvements that positioned the firm for more resilient global clearing operations. Her leadership in cost control and reconciliation during this period laid the foundation for her reputation as a pragmatic, systems-oriented executive who understood both the technical and relational aspects of global finance.
In 2010, Tweed brought her talents to J.P. Morgan Chase & Co., where she spent the next 14 years rising through the ranks to become Executive Director and Global Head of Compliance, Conduct, and Operational Risk for Risk Management & Compliance (RM&C). Her leadership was central to the oversight of a 10,000-person organization, where she managed risk governance frameworks and built structures that aligned global teams under a shared vision of operational integrity and compliance accountability. Her role required not just technical acumen, but exceptional influence and clarity in communication—skills she used to coordinate matrixed teams and drive strategic alignment between legal, compliance, and operational risk stakeholders.
In addition to her global responsibilities at J.P. Morgan, Tweed served in several critical leadership roles within the firm’s Corporate & Investment Bank. She managed large, geographically dispersed teams in billing, derivatives clearing, and client services, overseeing operations that handled billions of dollars in transactional flow and millions of invoices annually. Her capacity to deliver process innovation while improving control transparency transformed key operational functions. Through strategic investment, automation, and workforce optimization, she was instrumental in realizing a 42% reduction in manual processes—demonstrating her unique ability to translate strategic vision into practical, measurable outcomes.
Tweed’s leadership extended beyond process and systems; she championed the creation and implementation of training and upskilling programs, most notably the “Skills of the Future” initiative within Digital & Platform Services, and was ultimately adopted firmwide. This global effort reflected her deep understanding of the evolving demands of operational leadership and her commitment to preparing future leaders for the challenges of an increasingly digital and interconnected financial landscape. Her influence across continents—from North America to EMEA and Asia-Pacific—cemented her reputation as a collaborative force capable of uniting teams across cultures and regulatory environments.
While her professional track record is firmly grounded in financial services, Tweed brings a versatility that makes her a valuable partner across industries. She is open to sharing her expertise in a variety of sectors, including healthcare, finance, manufacturing, and beyond. Her international experience spans Australia, the UK, Argentina, India, Singapore, and Japan, and she brings with her a refined global perspective rooted in cross-cultural collaboration and regulatory navigation.
Currently serving as an Independent Travel Advisor with FORA Travel, Tweed has transitioned part-time into a role that aligns with her passion for exploration and people. Her interest in travel, which mirrors her professional experience navigating global systems, reflects a deeply held curiosity about the world and a commitment to lifelong learning. This role allows her to stay connected to the human side of service and connection—values that have underpinned her leadership philosophy throughout her career.
Tweed is now actively seeking board service opportunities where she can channel her 20+ years of experience into impactful contributions. Having recently concluded a long-standing tenure in institutional finance, she is driven by a desire to give back, to mentor, and to use her hard-earned insights to support governance and strategic oversight in new and meaningful ways. Her ability to navigate ambiguity, influence senior leaders, and construct risk-aware governance structures positions her as an exceptional candidate for advisory and board roles.
Her academic background in economics and finance from the University of Sydney and the Securities Institute of Australia laid the foundation for her analytical approach to leadership. Yet it is her lived experience—leading through volatility, driving change in regulated environments, and building high-performing teams—that truly defines her expertise. Tweed brings a rare blend of humility, authority, and global insight, making her a trusted advisor in any boardroom.
Throughout her career, Tweed has remained grounded in her values of integrity, resilience, and service. She believes in leading by example, building relationships before strategies, and elevating those around her. Her leadership style is thoughtful yet bold, measured yet visionary. In every chapter of her career, she has been a stabilizing presence during change, a strategic mind in times of complexity, and an empowering mentor to those navigating their own professional paths.
Character:
Tweed is guided by a strong moral compass, always prioritizing integrity, transparency, and fairness in her leadership. Her commitment to ethical conduct and accountability has made her a trusted leader in highly regulated and high-stakes environments.
Knowledge:
With deep expertise across compliance, governance, and risk management, Tweed is a walking repository of institutional and regulatory knowledge. Her insight into operational structures and international financial systems equips her to contribute meaningfully across industries.
Strategic:
Tweed has consistently demonstrated the ability to anticipate risks and architect forward-looking strategies that balance innovation with control. Her holistic perspective enables her to align teams around mission-critical objectives while maintaining long-term vision.
Communication:
Whether speaking to global teams or advising senior executives, Tweed is an articulate and persuasive communicator. She brings clarity to complex issues and builds consensus through thoughtful engagement and mutual respect.
