At Smartmonies, we help children build lifelong money skills – and these five UK banking leaders are also transforming financial education for young people and families.
1️⃣ Alison Rose – Former CEO, NatWest Group
Champion of: MoneySenseAlison Rose made history as the first woman to lead a major UK bank and was a fierce advocate for financial education. Under her leadership, NatWest’s MoneySense programme became one of the UK's most trusted free resources for schools, children, and parents. With interactive games, lessons, and real-world scenarios, Alison helped bring money lessons into classrooms nationwide.
💬 "Building financial confidence from an early age is crucial for lifelong security."
2️⃣ Anne Boden – Founder and Former CEO, Starling Bank
Champion of: Digital Financial Literacy Anne Boden reimagined banking for the smartphone generation. By making financial tools simple, visual, and educational, Anne helped millions, especially younger users, understand budgeting and saving through their phones. Starling’s user-friendly approach empowers customers to take control of their finances with confidence.
💬 "Education doesn’t stop at school. Your bank should teach you too."
3️⃣ Tom Blomfield – Founder of Monzo
Champion of: Transparency & Accessible Money ManagementTom Blomfield believed banking should be as easy as texting a friend. With Monzo, he prioritised clear language, real-time spending notifications, and budgeting tools that help users (including young adults) manage money intuitively. By stripping away jargon, Tom helped change how the next generation interacts with their finances.
💬 "We’re making banking work for humans, not the other way around."
4️⃣ Debbie Crosbie – CEO, Nationwide Building Society
Champion of: Community-Focused Financial EducationLeading one of the UK’s most trusted mutual organisations, Debbie Crosbie has focused on supporting local communities through financial education projects and grants. Under her guidance, Nationwide invests in programmes that tackle financial exclusion and teach essential money skills to families.
💬 "Strong communities start with financial confidence."
5️⃣ Nikhil Rathi – CEO, Financial Conduct Authority (FCA)
Champion of: Consumer Protection & EmpowermentWhile not a banker, Nikhil plays a key role in ensuring banks prioritise fair treatment and education for customers. He has consistently highlighted the importance of protecting vulnerable groups, including children and teens, by promoting clearer financial guidance and regulations that encourage financial literacy.
💬 "We must help people make informed choices about their money."
Why This Matters for Smartmonies:
These leaders prove that financial education is no longer a "nice to have"—it’s essential. At Smartmonies, we share their mission, bringing money skills directly to children aged 8-12 with interactive, relatable resources designed just for them.
👉 While these leaders are changing banking from the top, we empower kids from the ground up.
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