Clare Rowley

Clare Rowley is the Head of Business Operations at the Global Legal Entity Identifier Foundation (GLEIF) where she plays a pivotal role in steering global strategy, fostering international partnerships, and advancing the worldwide adoption of the Global Legal Entity Identifier System. In this capacity, she leads GLEIF’s global business development initiatives and oversees strategic partner relationship management programs. Collaborating closely with the GLEIF CEO and key stakeholders worldwide, Ms. Rowley is instrumental in shaping the future of legal entity identification and enhancing transparency across global financial ecosystems.

Bringing a wealth of experience from the public sector, Ms. Rowley previously served at the United States Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC), where she led cutting-edge technology initiatives aimed at strengthening bank resolution frameworks. Ms. Rowley is a CFA® charterholder and holds a Master of Science in Predictive Analytics from Northwestern University. With a strong track record in data-driven decision-making and financial system modernization, she is a recognized leader in the intersection of regulatory technology, financial stability, and global standard-setting.