Gary Baker

Gary Baker is an experienced executive with a strong background in strategic change management and business development across various banking institutions. Currently serving as the Head of Lines of Business Operating Rhythms at Westpac since April 2021, Gary previously held roles at Q5 and the Commonwealth Bank, where significant contributions included establishing the Sustainable Change function to enhance risk strategy and optimization. Earlier career achievements at Barclays Africa Group Limited encompassed leadership positions in strategy and planning for Retail and Business Banking, along with innovations in sales processes and client segmentation. Gary holds a Diploma in Clinical Organizational Psychology from INSEAD and dual Bachelor's Degrees in Accounting and Commercial Law from the University of the Witwatersrand.