Dr. Ingrid Hengster

Ingrid Hengster is the CEO for Barclays Germany and co-leads the Global Chairman Group within the Corporate & Investment Bank. As the CEO of Barclays Germany, she is the franchise leader with responsibility over key decision making and accountability for business strategy and results. She is also responsible for enhancing Barclays’ profile locally with priority clients, regulators, governments and the business community.

In 2024, Ingrid was appointed to co-lead the Global Chairman Group (GCG) representing Barclays’ most effective and senior bankers. She has been a member of the GCG since the group’s inception in 2021. The Global Chairs develop trusted relationships with some of Barclays’ most important clients, particularly at the CEO and Board levels. As Co-Chair of the GCG, Ingrid provides counsel to Barclays’ highest priority clients across Europe, connecting them with global opportunities.

Ingrid has more than 30 years of experience across different areas of banking. During her time at KfW´s Executive Board from 2014-2021, she played a leading role in building their venture capital business and managing the overall promotional business in Germany.

Ingrid began her career at Oesterreichische Kontrollbank, moving on to take senior roles at Commerzbank, UBS, Credit Suisse and CEO of RBS Germany.

Ingrid is passionate about education, especially the financial education of young people, and supporting innovative start-ups through their growth phases. Her other interests include international relations and classical music.