Heidi Richards

Heidi Richards is a seasoned professional in regulatory strategy, policy, and compliance, currently serving as an independent consultant since 2022. Previously, Heidi held the position of Head of Risk, Regulatory, and Compliance at Afterpay from 2020 to 2022. Heidi's extensive experience in the financial sector includes roles as Executive General Manager (Acting) and General Manager at APRA from 2005 to 2020, and Senior Manager at the Reserve Bank of Australia from 2002 to 2005. Heidi also served as Assistant Director at the Federal Reserve Board from 1993 to 2002. Heidi holds an AB in Economics from Harvard University and a Master of Public Administration from Harvard Kennedy School.