Abe Oke

Background

About Abe Oke

I’m a transformational Program & Portfolio leader with 15+ years of experience delivering complex regulatory, risk, and operational initiatives across global financial institutions. At American Express, I lead enterprise-wide intake and prioritization for the Global Accounts Receivable (GAR) function—aligning strategy, strengthening internal controls, and optimizing global receivables. My work sits at the intersection of enterprise strategy, business operations, and technology delivery. I’ve developed and implemented scalable governance frameworks that shape how work is assessed, sequenced, and executed—driving transparency, resource optimization, and risk mitigation across global programs. I partner closely with senior leadership, engineering, and product teams to execute strategic priorities and meet regulatory mandates. Across roles at Bank of America, BNY Mellon, State Street, and Wells Fargo, I’ve led the execution of high-impact initiatives—from CCAR, Basel Dodd-Frank, and SCCL to large-scale digital transformations, executed technology modernization at scale, and built cross-functional operating models that increase agility and efficiency in complex environments. I’ve also demonstrated a commitment to financial and regulatory expertise by completing coursework and sitting for the CFA Level I exam. I bring a proven ability to lead through ambiguity, foster cross-functional alignment, and translate vision into execution. Whether driving multi-year transformations, regulatory remediations, or enterprise platform implementations, I focus on delivering measurable value while empowering high-performing teams. Key Focus Areas at AMEX: • Enterprise Program Governance & Strategic Intake • Compliance, Controls & Risk Mitigation Initiatives • Global Accounts Receivable Transformation • Regulatory & Risk Program Leadership • Cross-Functional Alignment Across Product, Ops & Tech • Funding Transparency & Resource Planning • Enterprise Framework Development & Governance Strategic Capabilities: • Portfolio & Program Leadership (Global Scope) • Regulatory Compliance & Risk Mitigation • Capital Markets / Trade Lifecycle Oversight • Scaled Agile Delivery (SAFe, Scrum, Kanban) • Business Architecture & Workflow Optimization • Data-Driven Decision Making • Executive Stakeholder & Vendor Mngmt • Organizational Change & Transformation Education & Cert: • MBA – Graduated with Distinction: Outstanding Student Award • Leading Organizational Change – Massachusetts Institute of Technology • Certified SAFe Agilist • Certified SAFe POPM • Certified Scrum Master