Lyn Grobler

Lyn Grobler is the Group Chief Information Officer (CIO) at Howden Group Holdings, a position she has held since January 2016. In her role, she is responsible for overseeing all aspects of technology and implementing IT strategies to support the company's growth initiatives. Additionally, she serves as the Chair of Howden Group Services and is a member of the Howden Group Sustainability Committee.125

Professional Background

Before joining Howden, Grobler worked at BP for over 16 years, where she held various senior positions, including Vice President and CIO of Corporate Functions. Her tenure at BP was marked by significant contributions to transforming the organization's digital landscape and operational capabilities.34

Grobler's career also includes experience in managing large-scale global technology projects within the banking and trading sectors, both in London and South Africa.34

Education

Lyn Grobler holds a Higher National Diploma in Computer Systems from Durban University in South Africa and a National Diploma in Electronic Data Processing from Cape Peninsula University of Technology.3

Current Roles

In addition to her role at Howden, Grobler is the Vice-Chairperson of the Bank of Cyprus, where she chairs the Technology Committee. She also serves as a non-executive director on various boards, further highlighting her expertise in technology and governance within the financial sector.235

Her leadership in technology strategy and transformation has positioned her as a prominent figure in the insurance and financial services industries.