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Ousmène Jacques Mandeng:Bretton Woods—Why the dollar?The Bretton Woods Conference will celebrate its 80th anniversary this year. The conference can be seen to have formalised the role of the U.S. dollar as the dominant currency in the international monetary system. This remains so to this day as does the considerable controversy it produced. |
Thu, Apr 4, 2024 | Bretton Woods Committee | |
Member Monday:David CervantesThe Bretton Woods Committee is pleased to welcome new member, David Cervantes. As a public policy professional, David brings with him a wealth of experience in finance and economic development. His previous work has centered on addressing access to capital challenges for small businesses through initiatives such as the State Small Business Credit Initiative and Opportunity Zones. |
Mon, Apr 8, 2024 | LinkedIn |
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Member Monday:Liz BronderThe Bretton Woods Committee is pleased to welcome new member, Liz Bronder. Liz has extensive experience in sustainable finance, multilateral development, and impact investing. With a background spanning Goldman Sachs and Morgan Stanley, she holds an MBA from INSEAD and a BSc in Applied Math from Yale, demonstrating a commitment to leveraging technology for nonprofit advancement. |
Mon, Apr 8, 2024 | LinkedIn |
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Mark Sobel:The IMF’s 80 Anniversary – A Time for Cheer and Reflection on the Future and New TerrainThis year marks the 80th anniversary of the IMF’s founding, an occasion to cheer the Fund’s enormous success, examine what is working and draw lessons for the future. |
Tue, Apr 9, 2024 | Bretton Woods Committee | |
Hung Tran:Breaking down Janet Yellen’s comments on Chinese overcapacityBWC is pleased to Member Spotlight Hung Tran's latest article with the Atlantic Council - 'Breaking down Janet Yellen’s comments on Chinese overcapacity.' The piece explores the challenges and implications of China's overcapacity, highlighting its intrinsic link to China's economic model and suggesting that calls for its end are unrealistic. |
Wed, Apr 10, 2024 | Atlantic Council |
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Ahsaneh Beschloss:Carlyle Appoints Afsaneh M. Beschloss as an Independent DirectorCongratulations to BWC member Afsaneh Beschloss for her recent appointment to serve as an independent director on The Carlyle Group's Board of Directors. With a background in sustainable and inclusive investing and roles such as the World Bank's Treasurer, Afsaneh brings a wealth of experience to Carlyle, offering a perspective that can support the firm’s objectives for steady and inclusive growth. |
Wed, Apr 10, 2024 | The Carlyle Group | |
Hung Tran:Brazil’s approach to the G20: Leading by exampleThe Bretton Woods is pleased to Member Spotlight Hung Tran's recent article published in the Atlantic Council discussing Brazil's leadership during its G20 presidency, focusing on the initiatives it has pursued in the face of significant geopolitical tensions. Despite the challenges, Brazil has adopted a non-aligned and cooperative approach, emphasizing practical solutions and global cooperation, particularly with countries in the Global South. |
Thu, Apr 18, 2024 | Bretton Woods Committee | |
Paul Sheard:Exclusive interview with former S&P Global Vice Chairman: Investors should be prepared for the Federal Reserve to raise interest rates againThe Bretton Woods Committee is pleased to Member Spotlight a recent interview by Paul Sheard with Yicai in which the former S&P Global Vice Chairman explains how investors should be prepared for the Federal Reserve to raise interest rates again.
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Thu, Apr 18, 2024 | Yicai | |
Member Monday:Michael HeldThis Member Monday we welcome new member Michael Held, Partner at WilmerHale. Michael Held has significant expertise in corporate governance, regulatory issues, and crisis management, notably during the 2008 financial crisis and the COVID-19 market turmoil. His practice now focuses on advising financial institutions, managing internal investigations, and promoting innovation in environmental, social, and corporate governance, as well as FinTech sectors. We appreciate his commitment and support, and we look forward to his engagement with The Bretton Woods Committee. |
Mon, Apr 22, 2024 | LinkedIn |
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Member Monday:Alejo CzerwonkoThis Member Monday we welcome new member Alejo Czerwonko, Chief Investment Officer (CIO) Emerging Markets Americas at UBS Global Wealth Management. |
Mon, Apr 22, 2024 | LinkedIn |