Preeti Temple

Leader Bio

Strategic Supplier Management & Risk Leader with 13 + years of experience managing complex global contracts and relationships. Demonstrated competency in strategic thinking, and leadership skills with strong abilities in relationship management. Business and risk experience in large financial/insurance leading people in execution of planning, development, implementation, integration of risk/compliance management programs. Motivational leader who can easily navigate a dynamic and ambiguous environment while leading and developing high performing teams. Led the development of risk indicators, internal audit policies, risk mitigation controls and provided continual improvement of financial, operational, compliance and regulatory processes. Advanced knowledge in purchasing, contracts management, negotiation, vendor relations, strategic sourcing, training, process improvements, supplier performance, category management, and Third Party Relationships ensuring contracts provided by suppliers adhere to company standards and meet the legal/commercial commitments of the company.

"I love this work-- building relationships and mitigating risk is the dream job!"

Leadership Challenges

Preeti's motto is "people first and work second." The result will yield a high performing team who loves to work together and do their best work. Being a leader is a calling to help people and organizations reach their highest potential while enjoying the ride. This is tough to balance with business needs, but people will always outweigh the work in Preeti's book.

Key Takeaway

"A simplified process is easy to tailor to regulator expectations. Keep it simple and reduce risk strategically."

Fun Fact

Preeti enjoys spending time with her family adventuring the outdoors. The joys of her life include her three children, Sophie, Justis and Kate. Preeti is a Veteran wife and daughter. They enjoying living the small town life in Bulverde, Texas.