Fumbi ChimaGlobal Chief Information Officer and Strategic Business Transformation Expert

Fumbi Chima is a seasoned technology executive with over twenty-five years of experience leading digital evolution across the retail and financial sectors. Currently serving as the Executive Vice President and Chief Information and Transformation Officer at BECU, Washington's largest credit union, she oversees technology strategy, IT operations, and information security. Her career is defined by her ability to lead large-scale digitalisation programmes for some of the world's most prominent brands, having previously held Global Chief Information Officer positions at Adidas, Fox Networks, Burberry, and Walmart. Throughout her career, Chima has mastered the complexities of integrating advanced systems into global enterprises. At Fox Networks, she managed the technical integration during the Disney acquisition, while her tenures at Burberry and Walmart saw her at the vanguard of shifts in digital marketing and supply chain logistics. Beyond her operational expertise, she is a dedicated advocate for diversity and gender representation in leadership. This commitment is evidenced by her board roles with organisations such as Women Corporate Directors and the Women at Risk International Foundation, alongside advisory positions for SAP and Appito. With a background spanning the UK, US, and Nigeria, Chima brings a truly international perspective to digital strategy and corporate culture. She is frequently sought after for her ability to align technological innovation with organisational talent, making her an authoritative voice for audiences navigating complex global transformations. On stage, Fumbi Chima is best known for talks on Diversity & Inclusion, Leadership and Digital Business & Strategy. Audiences leave with a clear, practical view of the subject rather than a generic overview — every keynote is shaped around the brief and the room. Their work resonates with leaders across Finance & Economics and Retail & Beauty, where the themes translate directly into team decisions, customer experience and growth strategy. Fumbi Chima is regularly booked for Business Speaker, adapting tone, length and format to suit the event — from a 20-minute opener to a full conference keynote with Q&A. To check availability or request a tailored brief for your event, send an enquiry and we'll come back with fees, dates and a short summary of how Fumbi Chima would approach your audience.