UNIT 1 PROJECT: WORLD LEADERS

Integrantes del equipo

Larry Fink CEO de BlackRock

PERSONAL DATA

Name: Laurence Douglas Fink (commonly known as Larry Fink) Age: Born on November 2, 1952, making him 71 years old Origin: Los Angeles, California, USA Profession: Chairman and CEO of BlackRock, an American multinational investment management corporation Family: Married to Lori Weider since 1974, and they have three children

• Qualities: Larry Fink is known for his leadership and vision in the financial industry, having grown BlackRock into the world's largest money-management firm with over $10 trillion in assets under management

INTEGRANTES

• Hernandez Alfaro Diego Antonio
• Almeida Hernandez Francisco Javier
• Ramirez Garcia Joshua Jared Antonio

What he doing to influence people or make an impact on the world.

1. Larry Fink is promoting sustainable investing by encouraging companies to adopt environmental, social, and governance (ESG) practices. 2. He is urging CEOs to focus on long-term growth rather than short-term profits in his annual letters to business leaders. 3. He is pushing for greater corporate responsibility by highlighting the need for companies to address climate change and social inequality. 4. Fink is leading BlackRock’s efforts to shift investments toward renewable energy and sustainable industries.

5. He is advocating for the financial industry to take a more active role in driving positive societal change through responsible investments.

DAILY ROUTINE

At 5:00 AM, Larry wakes up and starts his day with a 30-minute meditation, clearing his mind for the challenges ahead. Then, around 5:30 AM, he heads to the gym for an hour-long workout, focusing on both cardio and strength training to stay energized. By 7:00 AM, he enjoys a healthy breakfast, often consisting of oatmeal, fruit, and coffee, while reading the latest financial news. At 8:00 AM, Larry begins his workday by reviewing emails and catching up on global market reports to stay informed about international trends. Around 9:00 AM, he attends a series of virtual meetings with his leadership team, discussing BlackRock’s strategies and ongoing projects. Next, at 11:00 AM, he prepares for external calls, often with high-profile clients or global leaders, to discuss investment opportunities.

At 1:00 PM, after a quick lunch, he reviews quarterly reports and makes decisions regarding BlackRock’s investment portfolios.By 3:00 PM, he meets with the sustainability team, ensuring that environmental, social, and governance (ESG) principles are integrated into the company’s strategies.Later, at 5:00 PM, he takes a brief walk outside his office to clear his head before wrapping up his workday.Finally, around 7:00 PM, Larry heads home, where he spends time with his family and winds down by reading or watching the news, preparing for the next day.

INTERESTING FACTS

1. Larry Fink founded BlackRock in 1988, starting the company with a focus on risk management and fixed-income products. 2. Before creating BlackRock, he worked at First Boston, where he led the mortgage-backed securities division and experienced a significant financial loss of $100 million, which shaped his focus on risk. 3. He graduated from UCLA with a Bachelor’s degree in Political Science and later earned an MBA from UCLA Anderson School of Management.

4.In 2018, Fink wrote a letter to CEOs emphasizing the importance of sustainability and environmental, social, and governance (ESG) criteria in business decisions.5. Fink was rumored to be a candidate for a government position, including Treasury Secretary, but he declined any interest in entering politics.