CAMEOWORKS
Founded in 2005 by Deanna Oppenheimer, CameoWorks advised entrepreneurs in the areas of transformation, growth through scale techniques, and stakeholder management. Cameoworks’ reach extended far and impacted many - from early stage companies experiencing game-changing growth all the way to industry leaders who were driven to remain ahead.
Deanna Oppenheimer
an experienced global corporate board leader known for her ability to transform entrenched institutions into forward thinking, customer-centric champions.
With its history of advising disrupters across all industries, Deanna has now developed a portfolio of several activities:
BoardReady
Deanna’s extensive experience as a board director led her to found BoardReady - a 501(c)(3) nonprofit advocating for more inclusive, generative boardrooms by pairing ‘board ready’ candidates with companies seeking directors.
Boardwork
After a career in financial services as a turnaround executive, Deanna brought her experience into private and publicly listed boardrooms in North America, the UK and continental Europe.
Executive Mentorship
Deanna provides insights, guidance, and support to innovative executives to help them navigate the complexities of corporate dynamics and take the next steps in their careers.
BoardReady
Founded by Deanna in 2017, BoardReady was born out of a shared belief that current business leaders must find avenues of inviting future diversity into the boardroom. As a not-for-profit organization, BoardReady empowers organizations to achieve an exceptionally diverse and inclusive board.
Connecting
the TalentVault
The TalentVault opens doors to exclusive opportunities such as board searches, high-impact events, and valuable resources to help you land your next board seat.
Collaborating
BoardBoost
Deanna, alongside her Co-Founder Phyllis Campbell, play a key role in strengthening boardrooms by connecting companies with top-tier talent from the TalentVault network.
Comparing
Thought Leadership
The BoardReady Index and thought leadership pieces offer insights on board governance, leadership trends, and industry best practices.
Boardwork
IHG (InterContinental Hotels Group) is one of the world's leading hotel companies, encompassing a wide range of brands catering to various segments of the hospitality market. Their diverse portfolio of brands caters to a wide range of travelers, from luxury seekers to budget-conscious guests, providing quality accommodations and service across various market segments.
As Chair, Deanna is responsible for leading the Board and ensuring it operates in an effective manner, promoting constructive relations with IHG’s shareholders and with stakeholders.
IHG Hotels & Resorts
Chair of the Board, 2022 - Present
Thomson Reuters
Director, 2020 - Present
Thomson Reuters is a global information and technology company, specializing in providing critical intelligence, data, and innovative solutions to professionals in various industries. With a focus on financial markets, legal, tax, accounting, and media sectors, Thomson Reuters empowers professionals with trusted insights and tools to make informed decisions.
As an independent non-executive director, Deanna brings insights and expertise to Thomson Reuters. She serves on the Audit and Corporate Governance committees.
Slalom, Inc.
Director, 2021 - Present
Slalom, Inc. is a global consulting firm known for its innovative approach to business and technology solutions. With expertise in areas such as strategy, technology, data analytics, and organizational effectiveness, Slalom helps clients navigate complex challenges and drive meaningful change.
Deanna provides independent oversight and governance expertise to the Slalom board. She has served as an independent non-executive director since 2021.
Previous Board Roles
Executive Mentorship
Leadership meets guidance.
In addition to Deanna’s extensive board career, she worked at Barclays, starting as chief operating officer of the UK business before becoming CEO of UK and Western Europe Retail Banking. Her final role was Vice Chair, Global Retail Banking. Deanna’s clear customer-focused strategies led to Barclays’ #1 ranking among high street banks in customer satisfaction and 92% employee engagement. Her relentless focus helped achieve double-digit growth in annual financial results in the UK and to stabilize Barclays’ Western Europe business during the euro crisis.
Before Barclays, Deanna was the President of Consumer Banking at Washington Mutual, Inc. During her tenure, Washington Mutual was named Best Retail Bank in the Americas by Lafferty International and Top 40 Store Concepts in the World by Retail Industry Leaders Association.
With decades of experience at the highest levels of corporate leadership, Deanna offers unparalleled insight and support to executives navigating today's dynamic business landscape. Whether you're seeking to refine your leadership style, tackle complex challenges, or chart a new career path, Deanna’s mentorship offering provides personalized mentorship tailored to your goals.