John A. Thain

John A. Thain is an American businessman known for his role as a CEO in several high-profile financial institutions. He gained prominence as the CEO of Merrill Lynch during the financial crisis of 2008, where he oversaw the sale of the company to Bank of America. Thain previously held leadership positions at the New York Stock Exchange and was CEO of CIT Group. His name is often associated with the rapid changes in the financial sector and the challenges faced by financial firms during economic downturns. Thain is also noted for his focus on corporate governance and financial innovation.