Industry Insights

Industry Insights 4

Financial services leadership has evolved from pure stewardship to strategic partnership. In an era defined by digital acceleration and fintech disruption, organizations require CFOs and finance executives who serve as true co-pilots to the CEO. Our consultants identify leaders capable of balancing rigorous asset protection with the agility to drive investment strategy, risk mitigation, and sustainable business growth.

Industry Insights 4

Core Services

We deliver executive search and talent advisory services for financial services leaders across banking, insurance, fintech, and other financial institutions. Our approach ensures strong governance, risk management, and strategic financial leadership.

People

Executive Search

Tailored and effective solutions for your top-level talent acquisition needs.

Expert

Talent Management

Strategically optimize your workforce and ensuring long-term success and sustainability.

Graph

Research & Talent Intelligence

Data-driven insights on talent market trends to drive strategic decisions.

Your Business Partner for the Financial Services Industry

ZMG Ward Howell partners with financial services organizations to secure leaders who uphold governance, integrity, and performance. Let’s help you build a leadership team you can trust.

Naisa Gabrielle

Naisa Santos

Executive Director

Naisa Gabrielle J. Santos heads the Banking and Financial Services practice, bringing in-depth industry knowledge and a strategic approach to executive search. She partners with financial institutions to identify leaders who drive growth, compliance, and innovation. Her strong market insight and client focus make her a trusted advisor to organizations navigating a rapidly evolving financial landscape.

Maria Victoria

Marivic Aro

Director

Maria Victoria Q. Aro leads the Financial Services Practice, specializing in insurance and related sectors. She leverages her deep industry expertise to identify leaders who drive growth, innovation, and regulatory excellence. Her strategic insights help clients strengthen their leadership pipelines and achieve long-term business resilience.

Loree

Lorebel Beltran

Assocate Director

Loree N. Beltran specializes in leadership recruitment within the Financial Services sector. She partners with clients to identify executives who excel in strategic management, governance, and transformation. Her deep market understanding ensures precise alignment between talent and organizational vision.

Raymond

Ray Hicks

Assocate Director

Raymond Martin Hicks IV focuses on executive search within Banking and Fintech. His understanding of digital transformation, compliance, and financial innovation allows him to connect clients with leaders who advance organizational growth. He helps strengthen ZMG Ward Howell’s presence in the evolving financial landscape.

Our Specialized Group in Financial Services Industry

Financial

Financial Services, Banking, Disruptive Technology, and Conglomerates

Specializes in the Financial, Banking, and Accounting sector, connecting firms with trusted leaders who strengthen stability, compliance, and growth.

They also handle Private Equity, Venture Capital, and Disruptive Technology.

Other Specialized Groups at ZMG Ward Howell

Industrial

Industrial and Infrastructure Industries

Infrastructure, Construction, Agro-Industrial, and Manufacturing industries.

Consumer

Consumer & Conglomerates

FMCG, Retail, Healthcare, Pharmaceuticals, and Utilities.

Emerging

Emerging Industries

Renewable Energy, IoT, and High-tech industries.

FMCG

FMCG and Pharmaceuticals

Commercial, FMCG, Pharmaceuticals, and Supply Chain.

Technical

Technical, Industrial, and Energy Industries

Renewable Energy, Industrial, Engineering and Technical Operations.

Insurance

Insurance, Real Estate, and Service Industries

Insurance, Real Estate, Retail, and Service Industries.

IT

ICT, Cybersecurity, and Analytics

Information Technology, Telecommunications, Digital Transformation, Cybersecurity, Data, Cloud, and Analytics.