Joel Buatre

Joel Buatre is a seasoned professional with over a decade of experience at Standard Bank Group, currently serving as the Digital Portfolio Lead in the Corporate and Investment Banking division. In this role, Joel is instrumental in implementing the CIB Digital Strategy to promote sustainable digital transformation across Africa. Prior positions include Head of Program Management and Business Manager in Investment Banking, where Joel managed strategic initiatives and stakeholder communication. Earlier in the career, Joel held the position of Head of Strategic Risk Operations, focusing on global risk management and operational efficiency. Joel also served as a Manager at KPMG from 2005 to 2008. Joel holds a Bachelor of Commerce degree in Economics from the University of Pretoria.