Emily Ekshian

Communications leader at the intersection of finance, technology, and policy at the Crypto Council for Innovation. I drive initiatives advancing digital assets, financial inclusion, and innovation, while amplifying underrepresented voices in emerging tech sectors and panel moderation with my business called MediaScope International.

What makes you a Risky Woman?

Lots of experience of Risk and Compliance in both buy side and sell side firms. Considerable international experience and a large contact network, both in regulators and in the private sector.

Name your top 3 achievements

1. Women in Compliance lifetime achievement award.
2. Chair of Bank of London.
3. Running a number of marathons.

What is the biggest risk you’ve taken in your career?

Moving to the Cayman Islands for a regulatory role. Joining the Metrobank Board as the first diversity member of the Board of the Listed Bank.

What’s something most people don’t know about you?

Have stayed with the local population of Northern Sweden for a while, the Sami population.

What is the best quality for successful leaders in Risk?

Patience, collaboration and a business mindset. Without business there is no need for risk professionals.