In this conversation, our guest Mr. Schlosstein shares his inspiring journey from an immigrant upbringing to becoming a prominent figure on Wall Street. The discussion covers the pivotal role of education in his life, his experiences in Washington, D.C., and his transition to the private sector, where he co-founded BlackRock and later joined Evercore. Throughout the episode, Mr. Schlosstein emphasizes the importance of mentorship, treating people with respect, and the value of hard work, integrity, and resilience in achieving success. We also discuss his philanthropy, mentorship of the next generation of leaders and what he looks forward to in this chapter of his life.

Show Notes:

Intro (0:00)
Early Life and Education (1:30)
Career Beginning in Washington D.C. (6:51)
Transition from Washington to Wall Street (14:00)
Resilient Mindset (18:26)
Larry Fink and The Birth of BlackRock (21:24)
Talent + Merging Cultures (28:12)
Seeking New Challenges: HighView Investments (34:28)
Evercore (38:20)
Strategies for Global Expansion (43:00)
Being a Great Advisor (47:29)
What’s Next (52:10)
Signature Questions (57:03)
Outro (1:04:04)