Jon Higgins

Background

About Jon Higgins

With over two decades of progressive leadership in finance, I have consistently driven transformative growth and operational excellence across global organizations including Barings, Wells Fargo, Bank of America, and Accenture. My expertise spans multiple functional disciplines including front office (COO, sales & trading), technology, operations, project management, and strategy (M&A). I have a proven track record in structured finance, commodity risk management, operations, technology, organizational transformation, and strategic consulting. Leadership I am committed to fostering a culture of excellence, innovation, and collaboration. My leadership philosophy centers around empowering teams, driving strategic growth, and cultivating strong client relationships. Recognized for my rapid learning abilities and strong emotional intelligence, I excel at managing complex projects and leading diverse teams to achieve outstanding results. By leveraging my expertise in problem-solving and analytical thinking, I drive superior performance and create value for all stakeholders, building high-performing teams, and consistently delivering exceptional results in dynamic environments. Communication Excellent written and verbal communication skills with a proven ability to convey complex ideas and concepts to diverse audiences. Proficient in conflict resolution and negotiation. Education Master of Business Administration WAKE FOREST UNIVERSITY Winston-Salem, NC Bachelor of Science, cum laude Management Information Systems FLORIDA STATE UNIVERSITY Tallahassee, FL Recognition / Certification Golden Spoke Winner 2014 & 2016 Wells Fargo Wholesale Division’s Highest Recognition Honor Certified Project Management Professional (PMP), not active