John Lucas
Execution-oriented strategist | COO | Strategy | Transformation | Risk Management
- Role
- Managing Director, Head of Strategy and Transformation -- Supply Chain Management at Wells Fargo
- Location
- New York, NY, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About John Lucas
What I DoI’m a senior strategy and transformation leader with deep expertise in financial services, strategy, and enterprise-wide change. I’ve built my career by developing and implementing high-impact strategies that align complex business functions, improve operational performance, and strengthen regulatory compliance across global organizations.How I Make an ImpactI help organizations define where they’re going and chart a clear path to get there. Whether I’m designing a strategy, leading a transformation program, or building a maturity roadmap, I focus on clarity, collaboration, and execution. I work across functions to connect strategy with outcomes, ensuring that progress is measurable, sustainable, and tied to long-term success.Selected Highlights• Developed Wells Fargo’s first strategy roadmap for Supply Chain Management and transformed third-party risk oversight.• Built the first Corporate Risk strategy at Wells Fargo, aligning 15 sub-functions in one unified direction.• Oversaw a $800M+ cost transformation initiative at HSBC, driving US-wide efficiencies.• Recognized as an inclusive leader, mentor, and contributor to executive development programs.
Experience
Managing Director, Head of Strategy and Transformation -- Supply Chain Management
Nov 2022 — Present · New York, NY, US
In this role, I lead the transformation of Supply Chain Management, focusing on operational maturity, change management, and business operations.• Rolled out a new system of record for Third Party Risk Management, streamlining processes and strengthening controls.• Designed the first-ever strategic roadmap for Supply Chain, defining a multi-year vision and key milestones.• Guided cross-functional teams to improve reporting, drive efficiencies, and increase risk visibility.• Fostered alignment with enterprise-wide goals by collaborating closely with senior stakeholders.
Education
Yale University
Bachelor of Science
Massachusetts Institute of Technology - Sloan School of Management
MBA
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