Emma S.

Independent Advisor Global Standards, Strategy, and Cross-sector Collaboration @Independant

Vancouver, BC, CA
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WORK HISTORY

Dec 2025 — Present

Independent Advisor Global Standards, Strategy, and Cross-sector Collaboration @Independant

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Senior leader with 15+ years of experience developing industry-defining frameworks, building consensus across complex international stakeholder groups, and translating executive vision into actionable global programs.Currently taking a portfolio approach while exploring opportunities to apply my experience in standards development, global governance, systems-level problem solving, and stakeholder alignment to initiatives that deliver positive impact for people and the planet.Areas of focus include:• Multi-stakeholder governance frameworks and global standards development • Strategy implementation and large-scale program delivery• Cross-sector collaboration across industry, NGOs, and public sector • Mission-driven organizations tackling complex systemic challengesAlongside advisory work, I am exploring leadership opportunities in global impact organizations supporting conservation and sustainability, while remaining open to senior roles within security governance and international standards ecosystems.

EDUCATION

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The University of Queensland

Bachelor of Business, Hospitality Management

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The University of Queensland

Bachelor's degree, Business - Hospitality Management

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QUT (Queensland University of Technology)

Graduate Certificate, Information Technology - Information Security

ABOUT EMMA S.

I am a global strategy and governance leader with more than 15 years of experience building international standards, leading multi-stakeholder initiatives, and delivering large-scale programs that create measurable impact. During a 14 year tenure at the PCI Security Standards Council, I progressed from Standards Manager to Senior Vice President, leading the development of globally adopted security standards used by organizations around the world. My work focused on aligning industry leaders, technology providers, compliance entities, and practitioners to develop frameworks that strengthened trust, resilience, and collaboration across the global payments ecosystem. At the core of my leadership is the ability to bring diverse stakeholders together to solve complex challenges—building consensus, establishing governance structures, and translating strategy into operational reality.Recently, I took time for global travel and hands-on conservation experience. These experiences deepened my commitment to applying my leadership and systems-thinking capabilities to initiatives that protect ecosystems, communities, and the planet. If you\'re working on initiatives that require global collaboration, systems thinking, and stakeholder alignment to tackle complex challenges, I would welcome the opportunity to connect.

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