Isana Cordier

Isana Cordier is a seasoned financial services professional with over 24 years of experience, currently serving as Managing Director and Sector Head of Consumer Goods and Services at Absa Group since September 2011. In this role, Isana oversees multi-disciplinary teams and portfolios exceeding R2bn, focusing on budget achievement, growth identification, and product innovation. Prior experience includes Senior Relationship Manager at Rand Merchant Bank, where Isana marketed financial products in multiple industries, and Relationship Manager at Standard Bank Group, managing client portfolios with a specialty in construction. Isana began a career in banking as a Business Analyst at Absa Group before progressing to a business banker role. Educational qualifications include a Bachelor of Commerce in Industrial and Organizational Psychology from the University of Pretoria, a Bachelor of Commerce Honours in Accounting and Finance from the same institution, and a Transition to General Management program from INSEAD.