David Neal on Finance, Leadership, and Sustainability (CEO of IFM Investors) | Episode 13
Description
What does leadership look like when billions of dollars—and the public good—are on the line? In this episode, David Neal, CEO of IFM Investors and former CEO of the Future Fund, takes us through the defining chapters of his career in finance. From his early days in investment consulting in the UK to advising on the establishment of Australia’s sovereign wealth fund, and ultimately leading two of the country's most significant financial institutions, David reflects on the values, decisions, and mindset that have shaped his leadership.
We explore what it means to invest with purpose, how to lead through complexity, and the importance of long-term thinking in a short-term world. David shares candid insights on transitioning from technical expertise to executive leadership, building institutional culture, and navigating finance not just as a numbers game, but as a platform for public impact.
United States
