LSE Focal Point Podcast

Join us for another magnificent episode at Focal Point where today we are joined by Richard Bloxam, the Global CEO of Capital Markets at JLL. Since joining JLL in 1994, Richard has been working across the capital markets business to develop real estate investment strategies for the biggest and most active investors in the world. Richard holds a Bachelor’s degree in Geography from the University of Exeter and a Post Graduate Diploma in Estate Management from London Southbank University. Recorded in September 2023.

Join us for another excellent episode at Focal Point where today we are joined by Michael Kovacs, Founding Partner of Castleforge. Prior to his current role, he was Vice President at Westbrook Partners where he was involved in transactions representing over £2bn of asset value, and an Analyst at The Blackstone Group. Michael holds a Bachelor’s degree in Economics from the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania. Recorded in September 2023.

Join us for another insightful episode at Focal Point where today we are joined by Carl Wu, the Co-Founder & CEO of New Frontier Group. Under his leadership, New Frontier has become the leading integrated healthcare provider in China, servicing approximately 10 million patients annually across 50 cities. Prior to his current role, he was a Managing Director at Blackstone and was one of the founding members of Blackstone Asia. Carl is also a LSE Alumni from the BSc Economics Class of 2004, and was acknowledged by Fortune as one of the “40 Under 40” Global Business and Political Leaders in 2021.  Recorded in September 2023.

Join us for another brilliant episode at Focal Point where today we are joined by Murray Roos, the Group Head of Capital Markets at LSEG. Prior to his current role, he held numerous senior positions at prominent investment banks, including Global Head of Prime Finance at Deutsche Bank and Global Co-Head of Equities and Securities Services at Citi. Murray holds a Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering from the University of Cape Town and worked as a Chemical Engineer before starting his career in Finance. Recorded in July 2023.

As the last episode for the summer, join us for another engaging episode at Focal Point where today we are joined by John Rudaizky, the Global Brand and Marketing Leader at EY. Prior to his current role, he was Managing Partner at Saatchi & Saatchi, Global Business Director at J. Walter Thompson Worldwide, and CEO of Team Vodafone and Team GSK at WPP. John obtained a bachelor's degree from City, University of London and holds a diploma from the Charted Institute of Marketing. We will be back in the new term. Recorded in April 2023.

Join us for another exciting episode at Focal Point where today we are joined by Ian Stuart, the CEO of HSBC UK. Prior to his current role, he led the Corporate Banking business at Barclays for six years, and held various roles in Business Banking during his 22 years at the Royal Bank of Scotland. Ian studied at the University of Reading and is a business partner to Meningitis Now. Recorded in June 2023.

Join us for another wonderful episode at Focal Point where today we are joined by Jonathan Turner, partner at Accel. Prior to his current role, he was a managing partner at Headline VC and one of the co-founders of Qatalyst Partners. Jonathan holds a degree in PPE from the University of Oxford and is a Finance Leaders Fellow at The Aspen Institute. Recorded in May 2023.

Join us for another fascinating episode at Focal Point where today we are joined by James Fennell, the CEO of Lichfields. James has over 30 years of experience in planning and is also an Independent Member of the Planning Decisions Committee at the London Legacy Development Corporation. Recorded in April 2023.

Join us for another exciting episode at Focal Point where today we are joined by Nick Diamond, Managing Director at Accenture. Prior to his current role, he was a Managing Director for Global Brands at TCC and worked at Procter & Gamble for over 18 years, holding positions such as Director of Marketing for Global Tesco and Commercial Director for Pharmacy Channel. Nick holds a BA in Geography from the University of Manchester.  Recorded in March 2023.

Join us for another engaging episode at Focal Point where today we are joined by Roland Sonnenberg, the Senior Partner at Bain & Company. He began his career as a chartered engineer, worked at PwC for 21 years specialising in Aerospace and & Defence and joined Bain & Company in 2022, providing expertise in Aerospace & Defence and Advanced Manufacturing & Services. Roland holds a bachelor’s degree in Engineering from Birmingham University. Recorded in March 2023.