Data Innovator Spotlight: Guiraude Lame - Chief Data Officer at Natixis

Professional Odyssey

Guiraude Lame’s journey is a testament to her expertise and dedication in the field of data management and financial services. With over 20 years of experience in the banking sector, she has been instrumental in driving digital, process, and data transformations across various functions, including financing, legal, and payments. As the Chief Data Officer at Natixis since 2020, Guiraude has led the charge in deploying data management strategies and leveraging technological advancements to enhance business operations.

Impact and Achievements

Guiraude’s impact at Natixis extends beyond her role as a data strategist. She co-pilots the Data – AI project within the French Tech Corporate Community, emphasizing the integration of artificial intelligence in data processes. Her efforts in promoting gender diversity in finance are also notable, as seen in her active participation in initiatives like the Women in Finance Shadowing Day, which aims to inspire young women to pursue careers in finance and data science. This initiative has received widespread acclaim, with participants rating their experience highly and many expressing a desire to join the industry​.

Leadership Philosophy

Guiraude’s leadership philosophy centers around inclusivity, empowerment, and innovation. She believes in fostering diverse communities and developing people and capabilities. Her approach is highly client-driven and result-oriented, focusing on creating value through strategic data utilization. Guiraude’s ability to conceptualize and share knowledge effectively with her teams has been a cornerstone of her leadership style.

Vision for Data

Guiraude envisions a future where data is not only available but immensely valuable to all facets of business operations. She is committed to defining and deploying a robust data ambition at Natixis, ensuring that data management practices are aligned with the company’s strategic goals. Her vision includes integrating advanced data analytics and AI to drive transparency, efficiency, and innovation within the financial sector​.

Join us in celebrating Guiraude Lame’s remarkable contributions to Natixis and the broader financial and data management communities. Her dedication and visionary leadership continue to inspire and drive progress in the industry.