Dr. Geeta Sharma
Ex-Director (Finance) | Former CRO | DPDP Readiness & Data Governance | Board Governance & Accountability | Advisor & Mentor | Championing Women Leadership
Steel Authority of India Limited•Delhi, India
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An accomplished finance leader and woman board professional with over 30 years of experience driving business excellence, profitability, and sustainable growth across diverse sectors. I bring a unique blend of strategic vision, operational insight, and people-centric leadership.Currently open to opportunities as an Independent Director, I offer years of proven experience on the Boards of various companies — both as a functional and nominee director. I deeply understand the dynamics of governance, compliance, financial stewardship, and the transformative power of boardroom decision-making.🌿 What I Bring:• Boardroom expertise with a strong grasp of risk, strategy, finance, and stakeholder management• Deep involvement in M&A, restructuring, and turnaround strategies• Strength in mentoring finance teams, building robust systems, and leading high-impact initiatives• Experience navigating crises and disruptions with poise and results💫 My Passion:1. As a senior woman leader, I actively mentor and guide aspiring women professionals, helping them lead with confidence, clarity, and compassion — balancing personal aspirations with professional ambition. I believe you can have it all — a meaningful career, leadership impact, and a happy family life — with the right support, mindset, and community.2. I am also deeply passionate about shaping young minds by introducing them to the power of vision, leadership, and financial awareness at an early age. • For students (Classes 4–8): I conduct engaging sessions on creating Vision Boards — helping children dream, visualize, and build confidence in their aspirations through structured imagination and goal-setting. • For students (Classes 9–12): I guide students on developing clarity of purpose, leadership mindset, and decision-making skills — preparing them for real-world challenges. • Financial Awareness for Youth: I actively promote early financial literacy — teaching the fundamentals of money management, saving, investing, and the importance of financial independence. I believe that when children learn to think with vision and act with awareness, they grow into confident, responsible, and future-ready individuals.Let’s connect if you are:• Looking for a committed Independent Director with finance, risk, and transformation credentials• Seeking a thought partner or advisor in strategic finance, growth, or governance• Passionate about creating inclusive leadership ecosystems that lift more women to the top· Vision boards, leadership & financial literacy programs for school students
Career Timeline
- Aug 2024–Present· 2 yrs 2 mos
- Chief Risk Officer, General Manager, Enterprise Risk Management and Strategic DisinvestmentCurrentAug 2024–Present
- Aug 2018–Aug 2024· 6 yrs
- Director, FinanceAug 2018–Aug 2024
- Aug 1991–Aug 2018· 27 yrs
- Deputy General Manager (F&A)Aug 1991–Aug 2018
- Deputy General Manager, FinanceAug 1991–Aug 2018
Education
FCMA
Cost & Management Accountancy
Institute of Cost Accountants of IndiaB.Com.M.Com; Ph.D
Accountancy & Business Statistics
University of Rajasthan