Annette Royan

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ABOUT ANNETTE ROYAN

As a highly experienced Director of Operations and Business Development, I bring over 25 years of expertise in the financial services and professional services sectors, with a proven track record of driving organizational growth, operational excellence, and business transformation. My journey at EY spans 20+ years, where I have led strategic initiatives across EMEIA, focusing on business planning, operational management, business development, and process improvement. I am passionate about bridging business strategy with technical execution, leading large-scale transformation projects, and delivering sustainable value for clients, people, and the organization. My leadership style is grounded in stakeholder management, coaching, and building high-performing teams that thrive in multicultural and dynamic environments. A strong advocate for women in business, I actively mentor and support women in STEM, and women returning to work after a career break. I believe in empowering others to achieve their full potential and championing diversity and inclusion at every level. Key strengths include: Strategic direction and execution Business and succession planning Transformational change and process improvement Stakeholder engagement and relationship management Coaching, mentoring, and talent development With a deep understanding of the complexities of global markets and a relentless drive for results, I am committed to delivering impactful outcomes and accelerating growth for the organizations and communities I serve.