Bridging Finance and Theater

In this chapter, the speaker reflects on their unique educational background combining economics and finance with theater arts, illustrating how the skills from theater have enhanced their career in finance. They share experiences from their early career at Goldman Sachs, exploring the high-energy dynamics of the trading floor and the evolution of their professional journey back to BlackRock. The discussion also highlights the performance and significance of ETFs during market stress, particularly during the COVID-19 sell-off, showcasing their role in providing liquidity and transparency.