Tonic Titans: Nadine Chakar, Global Head of Digital Assets at DTCC

Episode 12  ·  Apr 21, 07:00 AM
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So here it is, our inaugural episode of Tonic Titans

And we’re delighted to say we’ve hunted down a fantastic Titan to kick off with... 

Here host Chris Watts - CEO of Tonic - sits down with Nadine Chakar, Global Head of Digital Assets at DTCC, for a candid chat about her journey, leadership and future innovation within financial markets.  

Nadine shares her personal pathway, from a childhood in Lebanon, to her move to the US for college, and her subsequent career growth within financial markets, across C-suite leadership roles in global custody, capital markets, fintech and market infrastructure. 

Along the way, Nadine manages to zoom-in on her current role at DTCC - at the forefront of the market’s accelerated transition to Digital Assets - as well as sharing key lessons learnt that have shaped her, plus her advice for the next generation. 

A thoughtful and inspiring debut Tonic Titans episode, with a true industry leader who continues to move the dial for the industry. 

Please do have a listen.  

  • 0:00 - Intro & Welcome
  • 1:50 - Quickfire Favorites Round
  • 5:28 - Career Deep Dive Begins
  • 5:46 - Current Role: DTCC Global Head of Digital Assets
  • 9:18 - Career Journey Overview
  • 9:42 - Growing Up: Lebanon, Civil War & Coming to Boston
  • 25:39 - Biggest Lesson Learned
  • 28:08 - DTCC No Action Letter & Digital Assets Strategy
  • 37:32 - Advice for Graduates & Future Leaders
  • 39:27 - Closing Remarks