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Lloyd Blankfein

Lloyd Blankfein is an American businessman best known for being the CEO and chairman of Goldman Sachs, a leading global investment banking and financial services firm. He led the company through significant events, including the financial crisis of 2008, where Goldman Sachs played a pivotal role. Blankfein joined Goldman Sachs in 1982, rising through the ranks to become CEO in 2006. He is recognized for his influence in finance and has been involved in discussions about banking regulations and economic policy. His leadership and decisions have had a lasting impact on both the firm and the broader financial industry.