Executive Director and Global Head of Learning and Skills at MSCI
Steve Rush is an award-winning Chief Learning Officer. He’s currently Executive Director and Global Head of Learning and Skills at MSCI, where he spearheads global learning, development, skills and leadership transformation. Renowned for shaping future-ready organisations, Steve has led strategic learning initiatives that align workforce capabilities with evolving business needs across global markets. His expertise spans enterprise-wide learning strategy, digital transformation, intergenerational leadership, and neuroinclusive talent development. With a rich background in financial services and organisational change, Steve has successfully designed and delivered large-scale learning and cultural transformation programs, embedding agile practices and future skills development at scale. He is a certified Master Coach and executive mentor, he partners with senior leaders to embed learning as a strategic enabler of growth and innovation. Steve is also the host of internationally acclaimed The Leadership Hacker Podcast, a global platform for leadership insights, and the author of his best selling book Leadership Cake.