In a rapidly shifting world, the global economy is navigating a complex intersection of forces — slowing growth in mature markets, divergent monetary policy paths, intensifying geopolitical tensions, and accelerating technological disruption. Financial services leaders must balance short-term risk management with long-term reinvention as the foundations of global finance evolve.

This executive-level panel discussion brings together leading strategists, business, finance, and risk leaders to explore how the global economic landscape is evolving in the face of geopolitical realignment, technological disruption, and structural shifts in capital markets. The discussion aims to provide a forward-looking perspective on how financial institutions can strengthen resilience, adapt business models, and capitalize on innovation amid uncertainty.

The conversation will challenge traditional assumptions about competitiveness and adaptability, providing leaders with actionable perspectives to navigate 2025 and beyond.

Speakers:

• Calvin Tse | Managing Director, Head - US Strategy and Economics, BNP Paribas CIB

• Miki Edelman | Head of Americas, Macquarie Group

• Jeff Bernstein | Sr Managing Director, Equity Capital Markets, Riveron

Agenda:

• 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM ET: Registration and Networking

• 6:00 PM – 6:10 PM ET: Welcome and Opening Remarks

• 6:10 PM - 7:10 PM ET: Panel Discussion and Q&A

• 7:10 PM - 7:15 PM ET: Thanks and Closing Remarks and Door Prizes

• 7:15 PM – 8:15 PM ET: Networking Reception/Buffet Dinner/Drinks

To register, reach out to aen@ascendleadership.org

*AEN events are open to Senior Executives (within 3 levels of CEO) from Fortune 1000 firms.

Event Time Zone: Eastern Time

Please read the Ascend Terms of Registration and Participation carefully.

*Safety of our guests is paramount to Ascend. Attendees are responsible for monitoring their own condition and agree to comply with the safety, hygiene and CDC identified pandemic level communicable illnesses (including COVID-19) guidelines established by relevant health authorities. We request that attendees not attend an event should they test positive or if they experience COVID symptoms prior to the event.