Barbara Ridpath

Barbara Ridpath is the Chair of the Ethical Investment Advisory Group (EIAG) of the Church of England.12 She has a diverse background in finance, ethics, and risk management. Her current roles include:

1. Chair of the EIAG, providing independent ethical advice on investment to the Church of England's National Investing Bodies1
2. Non-Executive Director at Paragon Banking Group16
3. External Director of ORX, an operational risk association3

Previously, Ridpath served as:

• Director of St Paul's Institute at St Paul's Cathedral from 2014 to 20185
• Head of Risk Strategy at HSBC1

Ridpath's expertise spans ethical investment, risk management, and ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) issues. She has been appointed as an independent Non-Executive Director of the Open Banking Implementation Entity (OBIE).6 Her LinkedIn profile indicates she studied at Columbia University - School of International and Public Affairs.4