Citi Appoints APAC Tech Vice Chair
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Will McLane was named Asia Pacific vice chairman of technology at Citi, according to an internal memo, in addition to his existing role as vice chairman of the global financial institution’s group (FIG).
We have asked McLane to assist the APAC technology team in covering clients for unique stations to help scale BCMA’s (banking, capital market advisory) innovative pitching efforts globally, the memo said, adding that he would continue to support FIG clients in Asia.
According to the bank, McLane alongside other seniors in Asia, has applied innovative techniques for pitching such as videos, multimedia, props, and more in the last 18 months.
This role is a natural extension for [McLane], as he has been instrumental in providing critical thought leadership and creativity in pitching, resulting in several landmark transactions, the memo continued.
Scaling these innovative approaches and aligning them with our global relationships will help differentiate Citi, particularly in the current COVID-challenged operating environment.
Questions & Answers
Q.What will Will McLane's primary responsibilities be in his new role as APAC Tech Vice Chair?
What will Will McLane's primary responsibilities be in his new role as APAC Tech Vice Chair?
He will assist the APAC technology team in covering clients for unique situations. This aims to help scale BCMA's innovative pitching efforts globally, while he continues supporting FIG clients in Asia.
Q.Why was Will McLane considered a suitable appointment for the new technology role?
Why was Will McLane considered a suitable appointment for the new technology role?
The bank views this as a natural extension for McLane because he has significantly contributed critical thought leadership and creativity in pitching. This has already resulted in several landmark transactions.
Q.How has Citi been innovating its pitching techniques in the Asia region recently?
How has Citi been innovating its pitching techniques in the Asia region recently?
McLane and other senior staff in Asia have been using innovative techniques for pitching over the last 18 months. These include videos, multimedia, props, and other creative approaches.
Q.What existing role does Will McLane retain alongside his new appointment?
What existing role does Will McLane retain alongside his new appointment?
Will McLane will continue in his existing role as vice chairman of the global financial institution’s group (FIG). He will still support FIG clients within the Asia region.
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