Citi: Good Things Happen

In this special episode of the Good Thing Happen podcast, join Claire Williams OBE, Former Deputy Team Principal of Williams Formula 1 and Yishai Fransis, EMEA Head of Technology in Investment Banking, Citi to discuss navigating the evolving technology landscape and explore how to build an empowered team culture. Claire Williams discusses her experience taking over as the leader of the Williams Fo...

In Series 5, Episode 8 of Good Things Happen, host Alex Miller is joined by Erin McCune, Expert Partner, Bain & Company and Sophia Bantanidis, Analyst, Future of Finance, Citi Global Insights to discuss The Future of Cross-Border Payments and to share their insights on new technologies and innovations, partnerships and competitive dynamics reshaping the landscape. Erin McCune provides an optim...

In Series 5, Episode 7 of Good Things Happen, host Jorian Murray is joined by Lucy Farey-Jones, Chief Strategy Officer, Register and Alex Craddock, Chief Marketing and Content Officer at Citi to discuss Understanding Customer Needs and to share their insights on marketing, expectations of consumers and the impact since the digital revolution. Lucy Farey-Jones outlines the importance of understandi...

In episode 6 of Good Things Happen, host Alex Miller is joined by Melissa Gong Mitchell - Executive Director, Global Coalition on Ageing, Professor Ian Goldin - Professor of Globalization and Development, Oxford University and Nathan Sheets - Global Chief Economist, Citi to discuss Embracing Demographics and to share their insights on the macroeconomic implications, challenges and opportunities in...

In series 5, episode 5 of Good Things Happen, host Alex Miller is joined by Irina Gorbounova, Vice President M&A and Head of XCarb Innovation Fund, ArcelorMittal, and Liz Curmi, Global Thematic Analyst, Citi Global Insights, to discuss hard to abate industries, and share their insights on decarbonization and how the world progresses to net zero in this space. Irina Gorbounova outlines key oppo...

In series 5, episode 4 of Good Things Happen, host Jorian Murray is joined by Mary Kate O’Hare, Head of Art Advisory, Citi, and Wendy Chang, Director of the Rennie Collection, to discuss the appeal of collecting art and the aesthetic and wealth creation benefits. Mary Kate O’Hare shares her thoughts and advice on the best way to build a collection, shares her passion for art history and her excite...

In series 5, episode 3 of Good Things Happen, host Jorian Murray is joined by Alastair Campbell, writer, communicator, strategist and former advisor to British prime minister Tony Blair, to discuss the changing landscape of political communication, the role of traditional and social media, and the challenges of maintaining truth and reason in modern political debates. Campbell shares his views on...

In series 5, episode 2 of Good Things Happen, host Jorian Murray is joined by Ann Barron-Dicamillo, Global Head of Cyber Operations, Citi, and Ann Johnson, CVP & Deputy CISO, Microsoft, to discuss cybersecurity and career opportunities, key challenges including third-party risks, defending against AI-powered attacks, and preparing for the impact of quantum computing on encryption. Ann Barron-D...

In series 5, episode 1 of Good Things Happen, host Jorian Murray is joined by Charles Savage, CEO of Purple Group, Bradley Wattrus, Co-founder of Yoco and Keyuri Chibba, Head of Africa Digital FX Sales in Citi’s Market’s division to discuss the Rise of Fintech in Africa, and share their pioneering stories in the financial technology space. Charles Savage discusses his online investment platform an...

In the series finale of Good Things Happen, we joined Citi’s 11th annual Digital Money Symposium in London which took place on 20th June, to be inspired by thought leaders across the financial services ecosystem, discussing ‘the future of finance and money’. Guest host Alex Miller, from Citi’s Global Insights team is joined by Bin Ren, Founder & CEO of Sig Tech and Ronit Ghose, Citi’s Head of...

Following the Covid pandemic, the world has experienced a sharp rise in global digital interactions, from remote working and learning, to online shopping and telemedicine.  In this episode of Good Things Happen we look at what these shifts mean for healthcare around the world, including health equity and access, healthcare systems and long-term wellbeing. Dr Harshit Jain, Founder and CEO of Docere...

We are living in a new space age, one that promises to deliver extraordinary technological, commercial, and potentially environmental benefits.    Lori Garver, former Deputy Director of NASA and Jason Gursky, Citi’s resident Aerospace and Defense Analyst join the podcast to help us understand what is happening in the interplanetary world.    Lori, A three-time advisor to presidential candidates an...

We live in a world where there is enough food to feed everyone on the planet. However,  conflict, climate change, disasters, inequality  and most recently – the  COVID-19 pandemic  mean  one in ten people  globally are still  going to bed hungry  and millions  are living on the brink of famine.   Virginia Villar Arribas, Deputy Director of Private Sector Partnerships at the World Food Programme (W...

AI is having a transformative impact across multiple industries and the world. But what exactly is driving this rapid growth and what are the ethical considerations we need to consider as AI continues to evolve? Prag Sharma, Citi’s Global Head of Artificial Intelligence Centre of Excellence joins the podcast to tell us what he believes this year has in store for AI – the latest advancements and em...

This is an extraordinary time in global history. Over the next decade, it is projected that there will be $100 trillion dollars of new wealth around the world – created through human ingenuity, free markets, great ideas and capital and talent coming together. So says Andy Sieg, Head of Citi Wealth. Andy joins the podcast to discuss all things Wealth. From clients’ increasingly global needs to priv...

On August 28th, Paris will host The Paralympic Games - where some 4,400 Paralympians will compete in 23 sports in front of over 3 million spectators.    The Paralympics shines a spotlight on the incredible talent, dedication, and perseverance of Paralympic athletes.  Championing freedom, empowerment and a strong sense of personal identity, parasport not only promotes inclusive professional sportin...

Talent is everywhere, but all too often opportunity isn't. The futures of far too many young people are determined by background, not potential.  Evidence shows that people born into low-income families do not have access to the same opportunities as those born into privilege, regardless of their skills or hard work. Andrew Pitt, Citi’s Global Head of Research and Insight joins the podcast to...

Dive into the exciting world of banking's future! Join us for an exclusive chat with industry insiders as we unravel the fascinating intricacies of AI. Discover AI's journey in financial institutions, offering a deeper understanding of the nuanced world of AI maturity in banking. Our guests dive into the magic of generative AI! They go beyond just generating text, unlocking its incredible...

In this episode, we embark on a fascinating journey through Asia's digital transformation—a journey that can only be described as a time machine propelling the region into the future. Our esteemed guests, Lawrence H. Summers, 71st US Secretary of Treasury and the Charles W. Eliot University Professor, Harvard, and Jan Metzger, Head of Asia Pacific Corporate and Investment Banking at Citi, guid...

In this insightful episode, we delve into the realm of neurodiversity featuring Darren Jarvis, Chief Administrative Officer, Markets, Banking and Services at Citi and James Cusack, CEO of Autistica. Both guests take us through their personal journeys, shedding light on the hurdles they've encountered and the victories they've achieved. They underscore the significance of open dialogues, em...

In this episode, we immerse ourselves in the world of Formula One and the forefront of automotive technology. Join Dan Fallows, the Technical Director of Aston Martin Aramco Cognizant Formula One® Team, and Itay Michaeli, Director, Global Autos sector at Citi Research, as they embark on an exhilarating journey of pushing boundaries both on and off the track. Discover the cutting-edge technologies...

In Kenya alone, two out of every five houses still lack access to a reliable electric grid. On a global scale, approximately 200 million households are still without reliable electricity. It's an enormous challenge, but remarkable companies, like Sun King, are tirelessly working towards solutions. To bridge this energy gap and make solar power accessible to all, a substantial amount of financi...

Education and access to learning resources have an extraordinary impact on individuals and communities, shaping their lives in significant ways. On this episode of Good Things Happen, we have the pleasure of hosting Kamal Ahmad, the Founder of the Asian University for Women, and Ayesa Latif, a Managing Director and the Citi EMEA campaign lead with E for Education. Together, they share their inspir...

Alternative investments encompass a wide range of investment options that extend beyond the conventional asset classes like cash, stocks, and bonds. This expansive category includes private equity, venture capital, hedge funds, art, real estate, and more. The realm of alternative investing has witnessed remarkable growth in recent years, reshaping the landscape for private wealth clients. On this...