Rachel Tshondo

Relationship Director VP - High Growth and Entrepreneurs Barclays

With over 20 years experience in banking, Rachel is an expert in supporting high-growth businesses and entrepreneurs at every stage of their journey. Currently, as a Relationship Director in Barclays’ High Growth and Entrepreneur team in London, she leads strategic initiatives that empower innovative companies to scale and succeed in an ever- evolving financial landscape.

In addition to her client-facing role, Rachel serves as the National Lead for Fintech, spearheading Barclays’ efforts to engage with the dynamic fintech ecosystem. She brings a wealth of knowledge in financial services, startup development and venture capital, working closely with fintech leaders to foster growth, drive innovation and navigate the challenges of a rapidly changing market. Rachel is passionate about leveraging technology to reshape the future of finance and is dedicated to helping fintech businesses access the resources and expertise they need to thrive.