Heather A. Woodroffe

EY Americas Retail Risk Leader

Business-minded risk leader. Transforms innovative ideas into actionable impact. Wife and mother of strong girls. Wellness enthusiast. Passionate about creating connections that empower others.

Heather serves as the EY Americas Risk Leader for the Retail sector. With more than 15 years of experience, she advises clients on risk issues, including enterprise risk management, internal audit and internal controls, among others.

Heather has worked with companies from early stage to Fortune 100, including those preparing for initial public offerings and undergoing transformations. She excels in directing global teams and collaborating on complex projects.

Heather has an MS in Accounting and a BS in Accounting from The George Washington University.

How Heather is building a better working world

Heather believes in fostering collaboration and innovation to build a better working world. She engages with chief audit executives and other leaders to conduct insight sessions on the future of risk. Heather’s development of global training content and facilitation of knowledge-sharing networks promote continuous improvement and innovation. Her commitment to excellence and collaboration helps organizations navigate risks and seize opportunities, ultimately contributing to a more resilient and forward-thinking business community.

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