Vikram Pandit

Vikram Pandit is an Indian-American banker and former CEO of Citigroup, one of the world’s largest financial institutions. He was born in 1956 in India and later moved to the United States for his education, earning a doctorate in finance from Columbia University. Pandit led Citigroup during a challenging time, particularly during the 2008 financial crisis, implementing significant restructuring and stabilization efforts. His leadership emphasized risk management and financial recovery. After stepping down in 2012, he has been involved in various philanthropic efforts and investment activities, remaining influential in finance and business discussions globally.