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