Global Regulatory Forum 2022 – Session 4: Optimising Capital Markets to Support Infrastructure and Growth-Enhancing Investments

Caroline D. Pham

Commissioner

Commodity Futures Trading Commission

Caroline D. Pham was nominated by President Biden and unanimously confirmed by the U.S. Senate as a Commissioner of the Commodity Futures Trading Commission for a term commencing on April 14, 2022. She is a recognized leader in financial services compliance and regulatory strategy and policy, with deep expertise in derivatives, capital markets, and emerging issues like digital innovation. Prior to her appointment, Pham was a managing director at Citigroup and held various senior roles where she led global programs and teams, and advised boards of directors, executive and senior management, policymakers, and regulators. She has received awards and held numerous leadership positions in professional, industry, and academic organizations and is a graduate of UCLA and the George Washington University Law School.

Nikhil Rathi

Chief Executive

FCA

Nikhil was appointed chief executive of the FCA on 1 October 2020. Nikhil was previously chief executive of London Stock Exchange (LSE) plc and Director of International Development. Before joining the LSE in 2014, Nikhil served in HM Treasury, latterly as Director of Financial Services. Nikhil is also a member of the Prudential Regulation Committee and the Financial Policy Committee.

H.E. Mohamed Ali Al Shorafa

Chairman

Abu Dhabi Department of Economic Development

H.E. Mohamed Ali Al Shorafa Al Hammadi is a member of the Abu Dhabi Executive Council and the chairman of the Abu Dhabi Department of Economic Development (ADDED). His wealth of management experience in the private sector combined with his distinguished and dynamic leadership style have placed him in a unique position to actively contribute to the Emirate’s economic success. His Excellency is one of the outstanding national figures recognized for his outstanding success, professional intelligence and dedication to the homeland. This is reflected in his high educational background and keenness to join establishments that reflect his interests. He holds an MBA from the London Business School and certificates from prestigious international institutions, including MIT’s Sloan School of Management, Citibank Global Asset Management, Harvard Business School in addition to the senior executive leadership program of the University of Harvard. H.E. Al Shorafa is currently the head of the Abu Dhabi Investment Office (ADIO) - an ADDED affiliate, Chairman of the Khalifa Fund for Enterprise Development (KFED), Chairman of Hub71 – a key initiative of the Abu Dhabi Government’s development accelerators program, Chairman of the Board of the Securities & Commodities Authority (SCA), Chairman of Free Zones Council - Abu Dhabi, Chairman of the Etihad Aviation Group, and Vice-Chair of the Abu Dhabi Global Market. H.E. Al Shorafa was the CEO and managing director of UEMedical, a board member in the Strategic Partnership Council of the Department of Health - Abu Dhabi, and a board member and chairman of the Healthcare Working Group of the UAE-UK Business Council. In addition to that, he was also the vice chairman of United Eastern Group (UEG) and Gulf Contractors Company (GCC). Al Shorafa spent nine years at the Abu Dhabi Investment Authority (ADIA) before taking on his next challenge by launching UEMedical. The organizations, where HE is involved, are contributing to the economic growth of the Emirate of Abu Dhabi. In view of his many significant accomplishments, H.E. Al Shorafa was named by Arabian Business, in partnership with Bombardier, as one of the world’s most powerful Arabs in the years 2019 and 2021.

Joanna Cound

Head of Global Public Policy Group

BlackRock

Joanna Cound, Managing Director, is Head of BlackRock's Global Public Policy Group (GPPG), which engages with policy makers and regulators at the global, regional, and national levels to help address financial services policy challenges and to bring the voice of the end investor to the table. The team delivers data driven thought leadership to policy makers, clients, and industry peers, across the spectrum of financial policy issues impacting savers and investors. She is a member of BlackRock's European Executive Committee, BlackRock's Global Operating Committee and the BlackRock Group Limited (BGL) Enterprise Risk Management Committee. She co-chairs the EMEA External Affairs Committee and is a member of the Global External Affairs Operating Committee. Prior to moving to this role, Ms. Cound was International COO for BlackRock's Cash Management Group. Ms. Cound's service with the firm dates to 1996, including her years with Merrill Lynch Investment Managers (MLIM), which merged with BlackRock in 2006. Prior to joining MLIM in 1996, Ms. Cound worked for Fidelity as head of European product development and as a marketing manager for Citibank retail bank in Germany. Ms. Cound earned a BA degree in European studies from Loughborough University and a masters in European studies from the College of Europe in Bruges, Belgium. She also has an MBA from the London Business School. Ms. Cound is a member of the Chatham House Council and of the Human Resources Committee of Loughborough University.Joanna Cound, Managing Director, is Head of BlackRock's Global Public Policy Group (GPPG), which engages with policy makers and regulators at the global, regional, and national levels to help address financial services policy challenges and to bring the voice of the end investor to the table. The team delivers data driven thought leadership to policy makers, clients, and industry peers, across the spectrum of financial policy issues impacting savers and investors. She is a member of BlackRock's European Executive Committee, BlackRock's Global Operating Committee and the BlackRock Group Limited (BGL) Enterprise Risk Management Committee. She co-chairs the EMEA External Affairs Committee and is a member of the Global External Affairs Operating Committee. Prior to moving to this role, Ms. Cound was International COO for BlackRock's Cash Management Group. Ms. Cound's service with the firm dates to 1996, including her years with Merrill Lynch Investment Managers (MLIM), which merged with BlackRock in 2006. Prior to joining MLIM in 1996, Ms. Cound worked for Fidelity as head of European product development and as a marketing manager for Citibank retail bank in Germany. Ms. Cound earned a BA degree in European studies from Loughborough University and a masters in European studies from the College of Europe in Bruges, Belgium. She also has an MBA from the London Business School. Ms. Cound is a member of the Chatham House Council and of the Human Resources Committee of Loughborough University.