Institute of International Finance

CTBC Bank USA CEO Noor Menai to Speak at FT’s Global Banking Summit

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Monday, November 20, 2023
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CTBC Bank USA has announced that its President & CEO Noor Menai will present on November 29 at the Global Banking Summit , hosted by the Financial Times.

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  • CTBC Bank USA has announced that its President & CEO Noor Menai will present on November 29 at the Global Banking Summit , hosted by the Financial Times.
  • Menai, also a Board Member of Chia Network , will present on “How will blockchain technology build resilience to prevent future crises” panel.
  • The Global Banking Summit brings together top influencers from across the banking stack – from leaders in financial crime to open banking; from CEOs to chief sustainability officers.
  • In addition to his leadership of CTBC Bank USA, Menai serves as Deputy Head of International Business of the $240 billion parent bank in based in Asia.

Morgan Stanley Announces Ted Pick to Become Chief Executive Officer on January 1, 2024; James Gorman to Become Executive Chairman

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Wednesday, October 25, 2023
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The Board of Directors of Morgan Stanley (NYSE: MS) today announced that Co-President Edward (Ted) Pick will become the Firm’s Chief Executive Officer, effective January 1, 2024.

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  • The Board of Directors of Morgan Stanley (NYSE: MS) today announced that Co-President Edward (Ted) Pick will become the Firm’s Chief Executive Officer, effective January 1, 2024.
  • Mr. Gorman announced at the Firm’s 2023 annual general meeting of shareholders his intention to step down as Chief Executive Officer before the 2024 annual general meeting.
  • As Co-Presidents of Morgan Stanley, Andy and Dan will be invaluable leaders in helping Ted manage the Firm.
  • Pick said, “Morgan Stanley is a storied institution, and I am deeply honored to have been chosen to lead it.

Saudi Arabia's private sector international laggard on Green Initiatives - new research from executive search firm Metin Mitchell & Co. shows

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Thursday, April 6, 2023
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The first thing to stress is that the CSO is not just this year's corporate fashion.

Key Points: 
  • The first thing to stress is that the CSO is not just this year's corporate fashion.
  • Nor is it just a way of assuaging our conscience for the sake of our children and grandchildren.
  • CEOs who do not appoint a CSO with teeth should, in my opinion, be fired for failing their shareholders.
  • Please feel free to reach out to Dr. Metin Mitchell at [email protected] to explore ways in which your company can support the Saudi Green Initiative through the appointment of an effective CSO

Saudi Arabia's private sector international laggard on Green Initiatives - new research from executive search firm Metin Mitchell & Co. shows

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Thursday, April 6, 2023
Marketing, CSO, PwC, Institute of International Finance, Green Initiative, CP/M, McKinsey & Company, Future, Organization, Internet, Reading, MM, Growth, ESG, Environment, Empowerment, Conscience, Management, Kingdom

The first thing to stress is that the CSO is not just this year's corporate fashion.

Key Points: 
  • The first thing to stress is that the CSO is not just this year's corporate fashion.
  • Nor is it just a way of assuaging our conscience for the sake of our children and grandchildren.
  • CEOs who do not appoint a CSO with teeth should, in my opinion, be fired for failing their shareholders.
  • Please feel free to reach out to Dr. Metin Mitchell at [email protected] to explore ways in which your company can support the Saudi Green Initiative through the appointment of an effective CSO

CGTN: Chinese growth will boost global economic recovery in 2023

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Thursday, January 5, 2023
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Continued fiscal and monetary tightening to bring down inflation in several countries, coupled with supply chain disruptions and decreasing industrial production, further dim global economic prospects.

Key Points: 
  • Continued fiscal and monetary tightening to bring down inflation in several countries, coupled with supply chain disruptions and decreasing industrial production, further dim global economic prospects.
  • "Due to China's large role in global trade, its optimized measures and recent adjustments in pandemic response could inject vitality and provide a timely boost to the global economy."
  • "After refining its epidemic policies, Chinese economic growth is going to rebound in 2023," Liu told CGTN.
  • J.P. Morgan Asset Management's forecast shows that China's GDP growth is expected to rebound to 5.4 percent in 2023.

CGTN: Chinese growth will boost global economic recovery in 2023

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Thursday, January 5, 2023
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Continued fiscal and monetary tightening to bring down inflation in several countries, coupled with supply chain disruptions and decreasing industrial production, further dim global economic prospects.

Key Points: 
  • Continued fiscal and monetary tightening to bring down inflation in several countries, coupled with supply chain disruptions and decreasing industrial production, further dim global economic prospects.
  • "Due to China's large role in global trade, its optimized measures and recent adjustments in pandemic response could inject vitality and provide a timely boost to the global economy."
  • "After refining its epidemic policies, Chinese economic growth is going to rebound in 2023," Liu told CGTN.
  • J.P. Morgan Asset Management's forecast shows that China's GDP growth is expected to rebound to 5.4 percent in 2023.

Aon and Revalue Nature to Accelerate Global Decarbonization Efforts

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Tuesday, September 20, 2022
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NEW YORK, Sept. 20, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Aon plc (NYSE: AON), a leading global professional services firm, and Revalue Nature Ltd., a next-generation developer of nature-based solutions, today announced they will work together to help accelerate the deployment of nature-based solutions and to reduce relevant risks associated with carbon offset transactions. This collaboration aims to encourage innovation in insurance for nature-based solutions and help deliver climate mitigation benefits, improve biodiversity and benefit local communities, in alignment with the Paris Agreement.

Key Points: 
  • Revalue Nature designs and develops nature-based projects globally, protecting and regenerating forests, mangroves and other natural assets to produce future carbon credits and meet increasing demand.
  • The carbon credits from Revalue Nature will be generated through nature-based conservation and restoration projects spanning Africa, Latin America and Asia-Pacific.
  • Aon plc (NYSE: AON) exists to shape decisions for the better to protect and enrich the lives of people around the world.
  • Revalue Nature is a next-generation developer of nature-based solutions with a mission to make ecosystems function at scale.

Aon and Revalue Nature to Accelerate Global Decarbonization Efforts

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Tuesday, September 20, 2022
Carbon, Public sector, Biodiversity, NYSE, Risk, AON, NEW, Organization, Institute of International Finance, Public, Growth, Aon, Aon (company), CEO, Private sector, Risk management, Goal, Solution, Nature, Paris Agreement, Climate, Forest, Insurance, Paris, Greenhouse, High-integrity pressure protection system, Renewable energy

NEW YORK, Sept. 20, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Aon plc (NYSE: AON), a leading global professional services firm, and Revalue Nature Ltd., a next-generation developer of nature-based solutions, today announced they will work together to help accelerate the deployment of nature-based solutions and to reduce relevant risks associated with carbon offset transactions. This collaboration aims to encourage innovation in insurance for nature-based solutions and help deliver climate mitigation benefits, improve biodiversity and benefit local communities, in alignment with the Paris Agreement.

Key Points: 
  • Revalue Nature designs and develops nature-based projects globally, protecting and regenerating forests, mangroves and other natural assets to produce future carbon credits and meet increasing demand.
  • The carbon credits from Revalue Nature will be generated through nature-based conservation and restoration projects spanning Africa, Latin America and Asia-Pacific.
  • Aon plc (NYSE: AON) exists to shape decisions for the better to protect and enrich the lives of people around the world.
  • Revalue Nature is a next-generation developer of nature-based solutions with a mission to make ecosystems function at scale.

Nasdaq Appoints Johan Torgeby to its Board of Directors

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Thursday, July 21, 2022
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NEW YORK and STOCKHOLM, July 21, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Nasdaq, Inc. (Nasdaq: NDAQ), today announced the appointment of Johan Torgeby to its Board of Directors.

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  • NEW YORK and STOCKHOLM, July 21, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Nasdaq, Inc. (Nasdaq: NDAQ), today announced the appointment of Johan Torgeby to its Board of Directors.
  • Torgebys appointment is effective immediately and expands the Board to 11 directors.
  • Johans extensive financial services and global leadership experience, with a particular focus on investor protection and risk management, will bring invaluable insights to the Nasdaq Board, said Michael R. Splinter, Chairman, Nasdaq.
  • I am excited to join Nasdaqs Board at such an important time during its strategic evolution and digital transformation, said Johan Torgeby.

Consumer Credit Industry Association Appoints Sarah Ferman Baker as President and CEO

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Wednesday, July 20, 2022
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WASHINGTON, July 20, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Consumer Credit Industry Association (CCIA) announced today that Sarah Ferman Baker has been appointed its President and CEO.

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  • WASHINGTON, July 20, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Consumer Credit Industry Association (CCIA) announced today that Sarah Ferman Baker has been appointed its President and CEO.
  • "I'm excited for the opportunity to shape the future of consumer financial security through the focused and dedicated advocacy efforts at CCIA," Ferman Baker said.
  • "We've got a top-notch team that's poised to harness the momentum that our members are bringing to the modern era of consumer asset and credit protection.
  • CCIA is the trusted resource and leading advocate for consumer asset and credit protection products & services.