LSE Focal Point

LSE Focal Point is the official podcast of the LSESU Business & Investment Group. Since being founded in late 2020, we have grown to become the largest student-run business podcast in the UK, and hosted more than 150 industry leaders from a wide variety of fields. Thank you for your support so far and tune in for more exciting episodes to come! Listen now on Spotify and Apple Podcasts: https://buff.ly/3r1L6NG https://buff.ly/3xZzHyL #podcast #lse #business

“Follow your instincts, follow your curiosity.” – Sanjit Biswas, Samsara CEO and Co-Founder Excited to share that our CEO is featured on the latest episode of the LSE Focal Point podcast! He discusses his incredible journey to Samsara and his vision for the future of technology. Give it a listen below! Spotify: https://buff.ly/3r1L6NG  Apple: https://buff.ly/3xZzHyL

Join us for an insightful conversation with Sanjit Biswas, CEO of Samsara covering his journey to entrepreneurship, the impact of digital transformation and regulation, and Samsara’s strategic evolution to address diverse market needs. Out now on Spotify and Apple Podcasts: https://buff.ly/3r1L6NG https://buff.ly/3xZzHyL #podcast #iot #samsara LSESU Business and Investment Group

Join us for an engaging conversation with Renaud de Lesquen, CEO of GIVENCHY. We will delve into topics including the brand's vision and strategy, how diverse cultural nuances and consumer behaviours across regions shape the company's marketing focus, and LVMH's commitment to sustainability and innovation. Out now on Spotify and Apple Podcasts: https://buff.ly/3r1L6NG https://buff.ly/3xZzHyL #podcast #fashion #givenchy #lvmh LSESU Business and Investment Group

Join us for a superb conversation with Lisa Petrelli, MA, CFA, ICD.D, Country Head and Head of Global Markets for Canada at UBS, looking at topics including her experience transitioning from trading to management, significant market events such as 2008 financial crisis, and the COVID-19 pandemic, and lastly her constructive outlook for the market in 2024. Out now on Spotify and Apple Podcasts: https://buff.ly/3r1L6NG https://buff.ly/3xZzHyL #podcast #assetmanagement #ubs LSESU Business and Investment Group

Join us for an insightful conversation with Terri Loska, CEO at Dartmouth Partners, looking at topics including the evolution of hiring practices in the financial services industry, how Dartmouth Partners support clients and candidates through various stages of their careers and the impact of digital transformation on the industry. Out now on Spotify and Apple Podcasts: https://buff.ly/3r1L6NG https://buff.ly/3xZzHyL #podcast #consulting #dartmouthpartners LSESU Business and Investment Group

Join us for a fabulous conversation with Peter Oppenheimer, Chief Global Equity Strategist and Head of Macro Research in Europe at Goldman Sachs, looking at topics including the role of macro research at Goldman Sachs, analysis of macroeconomic trends, global markets, and influence of AI on the finance industry. Out now on Spotify and Apple Podcasts: https://buff.ly/3r1L6NG https://buff.ly/3xZzHyL #podcast #investmentbanking #goldmansachs LSESU Business and Investment Group

Join us for a thought-provoking conversation with Heather Kennedy Miner, Chief Operating Officer and Managing Director at Advent International, looking at topics including Advent's talent acquisition, its AUM, global presence, and lastly, her insights into the current economic and geopolitical uncertainties and identifying opportunities within the private equity space. Out now on Spotify and Apple Podcasts: https://buff.ly/3r1L6NG https://buff.ly/3xZzHyL #podcast #privateequity #adventinternational LSESU Business and Investment Group

Join us for an engaging conversation with Andrew McCaffery, Global CIO, Asset Management at Fidelity International. We'll discuss the evolving role of fiscal and monetary policies, state intervention in economies, and their impact on investment strategies and also explore Fidelity International's strategic shift towards private assets, such as direct lending, infrastructure equity, and infrastructure credit. Out now on Spotify and Apple Podcasts: https://buff.ly/3r1L6NG https://buff.ly/3xZzHyL #podcast #financialservices #fidelityinternationl LSESU Business and Investment Group

Join us for another incredible conversation with Eric Kutcher, Senior Partner and Chief Financial Officer at McKinsey & Company. We'll delve into topics such as the evolution of the consulting industry over the past three decades, the challenges faced by clients in the technology, media, and telecommunications (TMT) sectors, and navigating complex technological and geopolitical landscapes to drive sustainable growth and competitive advantage. Out now on Spotify and Apple Podcasts: https://buff.ly/3r1L6NG https://buff.ly/3xZzHyL #podcast #consulting #mckinsey LSESU Business and Investment Group