Scott Bok
Former chairman and CEO of the investment bank Greenhill & Co., now part of Mizuho. Author of the book, Surviving Wall Street: A Tale of Triumph, Tragedy, and Timing.
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Apr 3, 2026 • 54min
Scott Bok Explains What Investment Bankers Actually Do All Day
Scott Bok, former Greenhill CEO and Wall Street dealmaker, breaks down what investment bankers really do when they are not just building spreadsheets. He talks about how banking changed since the early 1980s, why judgment and CEO communication matter most, how private equity reshaped the business, and why AI may push the job toward psychology, tactics, and client relationships.
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May 19, 2025 • 53min
Scott Bok on How Bankers Spread the Gospel of Capitalism
Scott Bok, former CEO of Greenhill & Co. and author of 'Surviving Wall Street,' dives into the changing landscape of investing and capitalism. He reveals how bankers have acted as evangelists for shareholder primacy, particularly during the Reagan era. Bok shares insights on mergers and acquisitions, emphasizing the culture differences between traders and investment bankers. He also discusses the impacts of globalization and the rising trend of deglobalization, all while illustrating the strategic shift in corporate governance and deal-making in today’s economic climate.
