Shahnaz Sultana , Founder Chair of WE Global Women Foundation (WGWF),

Pioneering Women’s Leadership in the Financial Sector: Meet Shahnaz Sultana , Founder Chair of WE Global Women Foundation (WGWF),

Dhaka, Bangladesh – In a groundbreaking move to advance women’s careers in the financial industry, Shahnaz Sultana has founded the WE Global Women Foundation (WGWF), a pioneering platform dedicated to empowering women through knowledge sharing, networking, and mentorship.

With an impressive 28-year career in global banking, Shahnaz Sultana is a respected leader in the industry. She has held senior positions at renowned institutions such as American Express Bank Ltd. and Wells Fargo N.A., serving as the Country Chief in Bangladesh and Regional Risk Officer for the Asia-Pacific region.

Sultana’s extensive experience and expertise have earned her numerous accolades, including the prestigious Golden Spoke Award from Wells Fargo , the Global Citizen Award for her corporate social responsibility initiatives, and recognition from the Quarterly Town Hall at American Express.

Recognizing the persistent gender gap in the financial sector, Sultana has made it her mission to create opportunities for women to thrive and advance in their careers. Through WGWF, she aims to inspire female professionals by providing them access to influential industry leaders and facilitating knowledge-sharing programs.

“We strongly believe that our ‘Inspirational Leadership Program’ will empower women in finance by giving them a platform to learn directly from the industry’s top executives,” said Sultana. “By focusing on the United Nations ‘Sustainable Development Goal 5, we hope to drive meaningful change and create a more inclusive financial landscape.”

Sultana’s leadership extends beyond her work at WGWF. She has been instrumental in addressing critical industry issues, such as minimizing operational risk through the elimination of paper payments and raising awareness about automated sanctions screening. Additionally, she has played a pivotal role in improving the overall risk framework for banks across the Asia-Pacific region.

With her unwavering commitment to women’s empowerment and her proven track record of excellence in the financial sector, Shahnaz Sultana is poised to make a lasting impact on the industry and inspire the next generation of female leaders.