Essya Hanachi is a seasoned finance business leader whose career has been defined by her success in shaping and advancing transformative strategies that enhance growth and profitability. Her career includes significant roles at top-tier international financial institutions such as Citigroup, JPMorgan Chase, and Goldman Sachs.

As a senior female leader in the banking sector, Hanachi is a passionate advocate for diversity, equity, and inclusion, and creating pathways for advancement in the industry.

In December 2023, Hanachi was appointed to the role of chief financial officer for Citigroup’s U.S. personal banking business, which includes its credit card, mortgage, and retail banking offerings.

Hanachi currently serves on the Board of Directors of SCO Family of Services, a non-profit organization that delivers vital human services and tools necessary to achieve success to children, families, adults, and communities in New York City and Long Island.

In addition to her B.S. in business administration from Georgetown, Hanachi also holds an MBA from Columbia University.

Hanachi resides in Brooklyn with her husband, Tony.