LBS Executive and Leadership Team

Gavin Maitland, the Chief Financial Officer at LBS, directs the fiscal health and budgetary planning for the institution. Managing complex financial portfolios, the Chief Financial Officer ensures the allocation of resources supports high-level postgraduate management research and teaching initiatives. Maitland oversees the long-term financial sustainability of the school, balancing operational costs with the need for continuous investment in faculty and infrastructure. By analyzing market trends within the higher education sector, the Chief Financial Officer optimizes revenue streams and maintains fiscal discipline across all departments. This leadership role requires constant collaboration with the board to align financial goals with the broader mission of the school. Gavin Maitland maintains rigorous standards for financial reporting and transparency, ensuring the institution remains competitive within the global landscape of business education. Through precise fiscal management, the Chief Financial Officer secures the resources necessary for academic growth and institutional stability.

Mark Fisherman, the Group Chief Financial Officer at LBS, manages the consolidated financial operations and enterprise-wide risk assessment strategies. Overseeing the broader financial architecture, the Group Chief Financial Officer coordinates fiscal policies across international partnerships and diverse academic programs. Fisherman drives the development of long-term capital strategies, ensuring the institution maintains a robust balance sheet while expanding its global footprint. By integrating advanced financial modeling, the Group Chief Financial Officer supports the strategic expansion of business administration programs into new markets. Mark Fisherman monitors global economic shifts to mitigate institutional risk, providing the necessary oversight to sustain growth. This role involves frequent interaction with external stakeholders and internal leadership to ensure financial alignment with the overarching mission. Through disciplined capital allocation and strategic planning, the Group Chief Financial Officer strengthens the financial foundation required for the school to maintain its position as a premier global business education provider.

Diana Popova, the President at LBS, directs the overall strategic vision and academic mission of the institution. Overseeing the executive leadership team, the President ensures the school maintains its reputation for excellence in postgraduate management, finance, and business administration. Popova drives the development of innovative curricula that address the evolving needs of the global business community. By fostering partnerships with industry leaders and academic institutions, the President expands the reach and influence of the school on a global scale. Diana Popova leads the board and faculty in setting long-term goals, ensuring that every initiative supports the core mission of advancing business knowledge. This leadership role involves navigating complex academic and administrative challenges to maintain institutional growth. Through decisive leadership and a focus on academic rigor, the President secures the future of the school as a top-tier destination for business education, ensuring that the institution remains at the forefront of management research and professional development.

Ben Stevenson, the Head of Sustainability, Bloom Procurement Services Chief of Staff at LBS, architects the environmental and social governance frameworks for the institution. Managing the procurement lifecycle, the Head of Sustainability, Bloom Procurement Services Chief of Staff ensures that all supply chain activities align with the school's commitment to sustainable business practices. Stevenson integrates green initiatives into the daily operations of the campus, reducing the carbon footprint while optimizing procurement efficiency. By coordinating with the Chief of Staff office, the Head of Sustainability, Bloom Procurement Services Chief of Staff streamlines administrative workflows to support academic departments. Ben Stevenson drives the implementation of ethical sourcing policies, ensuring that all vendors meet strict sustainability criteria. This leadership role requires balancing operational efficiency with the school's mission to promote responsible management. Through strategic oversight of procurement and sustainability, the Head of Sustainability, Bloom Procurement Services Chief of Staff fosters an environmentally conscious culture across the entire organization.