Cyrus Taraporevala

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About

Career
Cyrus Taraporevala was President and Chief Executive Officer of State Street Global Advisors from 2017 to 2022. Prior to joining State Street, Cyrus held numerous leadership roles in asset management including at Fidelity, BNY Mellon, Legg Mason, and Citigroup. Earlier in his career Cyrus was a partner at McKinsey & Company, based in New York and Copenhagen.

Cyrus was a founding member of the New York Stock Exchange Board Advisory Council, which proactively addresses the critical need for inclusive leadership on corporate boards by connecting diverse candidates with companies seeking new directors. He serves as a Board member of two non profit organisations: The Trustees of Reservations, a Massachusetts-based conservation organisation, and GBH, a public media producer, distributor, broadcaster and content creator.

Relevant skills and experience
Cyrus brings a unique mix of strategic perspectives and business skills. He has significant experience in driving organic and inorganic growth, and company transformations. He is one of the most senior professionals in the asset management industry and has successfully led and grown global businesses of scale. He played a critical role in affirming State Street’s reputation as both a stalwart and a pioneer within the sector. At times, Cyrus was helping to implement change amid market uncertainty caused by geopolitical tensions and an evolving regulatory environment.

Cyrus also possesses a unique vantage point on core board-related issues impacting public companies including sustainability. He has spoken about and published multiple articles on climate risk and other aspects of sustainability. He is credited with strengthening the sustainability credentials of State Street Global Advisors and is highly credible in providing perspectives on these topics.

 

Personal Details

Title: Mr
Surname: Taraporevala
Known as: Cyrus
DoB: 01/01/1967
Age: 59 years
M/F: Male
Nationality: American
Country of Birth: United States of America
Language: English
Qualification: MBA
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Committee/s

CompanyCommitteeRoleAppointment DateResignation Date
Royal Dutch ShellBoardMember02/03/2023
Royal Dutch ShellAuditMember02/03/2023
Royal Dutch ShellRisk & ComplianceMember02/03/2023

 

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