What advice would you offer prospective candidates on
transitioning from school to the workplace?
Be true to yourself. Find something that you are passionate
about. Make sure you will have a mentor in the career you choose.
Hard work and being a team player are always rewarded.
If asked about your career at a dinner party, how would
you describe it?
Every day is something new. Everyone in this business no matter
how many years they have worked learns each day. The market
continues to challenge and intrigue us. I work with a group of
smart, energetic, motivated team players. We all work together well
to give our customers the best service we can.
Describe the most memorable experience you've ever had
at Citi.
The most memorable experience would be my promotion to MD. We
all work very hard every day to achieve goals and do our best to do
well for the Firm and our customers. The promotion to MD means one
has excelled in their role to produce as well as be a leader. I
have tried to make a difference for others in their lives and
careers.
What do you consider Citi's competitive
edge?
I think Citi’s competitive edge is most definitely their people.
Your assets are your people. We have very bright motivated
professionals who have excelled in a culture we have created. The
culture here is very much one of teamwork.
What other groups do you liaise with regularly within
the Firm?
My area touches upon many other areas. I am in Cash Trading. We
interact with: Prime Broker, Derivitives, Program Trading, Research
Sales, Equity Research.
What skills have you found to be the most useful in your
position?
I think people skills are very important as we use them every
day both internally and externally. Being able to work well under
pressure and think quickly are also very important.
How do you see the your business group/the Firm/the
industry changing in the future?
I think the business will continue to evolve. I also think many
smaller players will not exist in a few years. Citi is well
positioned to gain market share in this environment.
What do you enjoy doing outside work?
I love to ski, play golf and tennis, and go for long walks along
the beach.