Blythe Barber

Blythe Barber has extensive experience in the financial services industry. Blythe most recently served as the Head of Business Development, North America at Droit starting in July 2021. Prior to that, they held the position of Senior Sales Manager, Europe and Asia-Pacific at Droit since June 2019.

Before joining Droit, Blythe worked at Catalyst as a Commercial Partner from May 2018 to June 2019. In this role, they were responsible for spearheading new business development, particularly focusing on growing Catalyst's regulatory and technology client base both in the UK and overseas. Blythe had a significant market track record and worked closely with the top 30 global banks in their capacity at Catalyst.

From September 2015 to May 2018, Blythe served as the Managing Director at JWG Group Ltd. Prior to that, they worked as a Director at Expand Research - A Company of The Boston Consulting Group from January 2014 to September 2015.

In 2013, Blythe held the position of Managing Principal at Capco, a global business and technology consultancy dedicated solely to the financial services industry. In this role, they designed, built, and operated technology solutions for specific operations and entire organizations within the financial services sector.

Blythe also has experience at Expand Research LLP, where they worked as a Director from July 2011 to January 2013. In this role, they developed and executed better business and technology strategies for global capital markets and wealth management clients. Blythe also held the position of Business Development Manager at Expand Research LLP from July 2009 to July 2011.

Before their time at Expand Research LLP, Blythe worked as a Financial Futures Trader at Schneider Trading Associates from June 2004 to January 2009. Blythe primarily traded short-term interest rate futures, European government bonds, and equity futures. Blythe also managed a team of traders and was responsible for company profit and loss as well as training.

Blythe began their career as a Financial Futures Trader at Kyte Group from March 2003 to June 2004.

Overall, Blythe Barber has had a successful career in the financial services industry, with a focus on business development, sales, and technology solutions.

Blythe Barber's education history includes a Bachelor of Arts Honours degree in Accounting and Finance from Kingston University, which was completed from 1999 to 2002. During this degree program, Blythe focused on various subjects, including Financial Reporting, Corporate Finance, and Management Accounting. Prior to attending Kingston University, Blythe attended highcliffe school from 1992 to 1997. However, no specific degree or field of study is mentioned for this period of education.