The Most Powerful Women in Banking
Honorees gathered at Tiffany's Landmark building in New York City, where American Banker interviewed them about the industry's trajectory and leadership lessons they've learned in their careers.
Federal Reserve Governor Lael Brainard was interviewed for the top job at the U.S. central bank when she visited the White House last week, according to people familiar with the discussions. She and Fed Chair Jerome Powell are the only people who have publicly surfaced as being in the running for the post.
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Collaborations among rival banks and fintechs can be mutually beneficial, Vanessa Colella says. A recent example is a small-business loan portal Citi created that other banks can use.
October 27
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The U.S. Treasury is creating a new role of point person for racial equity, hiring JPMorgan Chase veteran Janis Bowdler for the job.
October 25
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Lesher, previously the company’s head of middle-market banking operations on the East Coast, takes over as Wells is making technology investments in the unit.
October 22
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Citigroup told staff to avoid scheduling calls and meetings from noon to 1 p.m., another step in CEO Jane Fraser’s push to ease workers back into the office.
October 19
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Young entrepreneurs and soon-to-be heirs are expecting more social impact from their investments. Private banks are evolving in response — often by matching clients with like-minded advisors who are closer in age, and by hiring more women and people of color.
October 18
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