David Solomon
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- Goldman Sachs1h 21m
2022 Analyst Impact Fund
Asahi Pompei, Jim Kramer, Nikonj, Kee, Angela, Simon, Amber, Amy, Eduardo, Gabriella, Sandra, Eric, Anna Gipikoulos, Olivia, Lisa, Joseph, David Solomon
The seventh annual Goldman Sachs Analyst Impact Fund Finals brought four finalist teams from Singapore, Frankfurt, Copenhagen, and London to New York to pitch social impact projects before a panel including Jim Cramer. Team IntelliHealth secured the $250,000 first-place award for its telehealth platform, while Upwardly Global, Climate Science, and Witness received additional funding to scale their initiatives in workforce integration, climate education, and human rights verification. This in-person event marked a strategic shift for the competition, reinforcing Goldman Sachs' commitment to inclusive growth by deploying $550,000 in grants to support projects aligning with the firm's 2021 sustainability goals.
- Goldman Sachs22 min
Goldman Sachs Chairman and CEO David Solomon on the Economy, Investing and Sustainability
David Solomon, Valentijn van Nieuwenhuijzen, Alison Nathan, Valentine Van Nieuwenhuizen
Goldman Sachs has completed its acquisition of NN Investment Partners to significantly expand its European asset management platform and accelerate its sustainable investing capabilities under CEO David Solomon's four-year strategy. While the transaction strengthens the firm's fee-based revenue streams and operational scale, Solomon warns that clients should brace for increased market volatility and a heightened recession risk in Europe driven by energy supply disruptions and geopolitical tensions. The integration aims to combine NNIP's sustainability expertise with Goldman's global capital resources to deliver active returns that outperform passive benchmarks amidst the current uncertain economic climate.
- Goldman Sachs21 min
Goldman Sachs’ David Solomon on the Firm’s Performance, the Global Economy & What to Expect in 2022
During a January 6, 2022 conversation with Allison Nathan, Goldman Sachs CEO David Solomon reported record 2021 revenue and earnings driven by robust client activity while confirming the firm is ahead on 34 of 35 strategic key performance indicators. Solomon forecasted a 2022 macroeconomic shift characterized by persistent inflation and a hawkish Federal Reserve pivot that will likely trigger equity valuation corrections, noting a trend toward mid-sized mergers due to tightened regulatory environments. To support growth in digital banking and European asset management, the firm is finalizing acquisitions of GreenSky and Invergo while maintaining a long-term focus on sustainability initiatives and workforce development despite pandemic-related challenges.
- Goldman Sachs1h 1m
Watch Live: 2021 Goldman Sachs Gives Analyst Impact Fund Finals
Brooke Farrelly, Carli Gogol, Sidney Mitchell, Zac Sicher, Filip Jedmo, Jake Lewis, Daniel Mayers, Aoife O'Halloran, Tilly Thatcher, Srushti Deshmukh, Anagha Gurumurthy, Aditi Kulkarni, Nitiksha, Shreya Srikanth, Will Elia, Max Pivonka, Sara Rogers, Julian Sanchez, Erica Leslie, Julian Salisbury, David Solomon, Dennis Coleman, Asahi Pompei, Emmanuel Oniyuku, Liz Martin, Dan, Ate Latiranta, Lydia Finnegan, Leela, Preston L. James II, Madison, Simone, Nicole Esposito, Ian Drayton, Carrie Haleo, Rachel Schneider, Claire Thompson, Kia Williams, Brad
The sixth iteration of the Goldman Sachs Analyst Impact Fund brought together 1,600 colleagues to compete for grants supporting 300 non-profits, with four finalist teams presenting proposals to judges including David Solomon. Lime Connect won the top prize for its initiative to bridge the employment gap for people with disabilities, while Hello World, Div Inc, and Prasarana Trust secured second, third, and fourth place respectively, with Prasarana also receiving the $25,000 Fan Favorite award. The event successfully aligned the firm's culture of entrepreneurship with tangible outcomes, including a projected $700 billion potential GDP increase in India and significant strides in global digital access and minority entrepreneurship.
- Goldman Sachs33 min
The Case for Investing in Black Women
Gizelle George-Joseph, David Solomon, Margaret Anadu, Melissa Bradley, Jake Seward
Goldman Sachs launched the "One Million Black Women" initiative, a three-part program led by CEO David Solomon and Global Head of Sustainability Margaret Anadu to address the $300 billion annual GDP loss stemming from the 90% wealth gap between Black and white women. Centered on research by Giselle George-Joseph and guidance from an advisory council including Melissa Bradley, the investment strategy targets structural barriers in education, capital access, and healthcare to boost Black entrepreneurship and community resilience. By leveraging the firm's Urban Investment Group experience, the initiative uniquely integrates support for Black women as mothers, professionals, and homeowners to drive post-pandemic economic recovery.
- Goldman Sachs1h 23m
Watch Live: 2020 Goldman Sachs Gives Analyst Impact Fund Finals
Eric Lane, Julian Salisbury, David Solomon, Stephen Scher, John Rogers, Asahi Pompei, Anne Black, Mabel, Abe, Olu, Anna Skoglund, Chris Johnson, Kim Posnett, Priyanka Pasi, Gauri, Mina Flynn, Jennifer Yume, Matthew, Av, Anshul Sugabi, Ruchand, Prashant, Khalil Razi, Carlos, Earl Hunt, Sarah Condon, Laura, Kia Williams, Arthur, Carrie Halio, Bridget Martinez, Alistair
The 2020 Analyst Impact Fund Finals engaged 733 Goldman Sachs analysts to evaluate non-profit proposals addressing critical global challenges like healthcare, climate change, and equity through a hybrid virtual and in-person format. Six finalist teams pitched their organizations, with Serum winning the $250,000 first-prize grant and an additional $25,000 "fan favorite" award, while Black Girl Ventures and CHaN secured second and third place respectively. This fifth annual competition has facilitated over $2.1 million in total grants to 69 nonprofits since its inception, serving as a key mechanism for junior talent to drive philanthropic impact and cross-office collaboration.
- Goldman Sachs23 min
Explore GS: Interns Catch Up with Our Chairman and CEO David Solomon
David Solomon, Fausto, Ila, Luke, Nicholas, Chico, Regina, Derek, Hannah, Felix, Max, Nandi, Zoe
Goldman Sachs CEO David Solomon guided approximately 1,200 summer interns through a virtual program that maintained operational momentum while prorating salaries to support staff during the pandemic. Solomon emphasized the firm's resilience by highlighting record-breaking launches like the Marcus-Apple credit card and outlined strategic priorities centered on employee health, client resources, and community support. Interns across global regions reported strong mentorship and active engagement in live business projects, reinforcing the firm's culture of connection despite remote barriers.
- Goldman Sachs20 min
Jovita Carranza, Administrator of the U.S. Small Business Administration
Jovita Carranza, David Solomon
On April 9, 2020, Goldman Sachs Chairman David Solomon and SBA Administrator Jovita Carranza hosted a call to outline the Paycheck Protection Program's expanded capacity, which now involves over 4,100 lenders and a $349 billion funding pool. The administration detailed critical loan mechanics, including a 1% fixed interest rate, a June 30 application deadline, and specific forgiveness rules tied to payroll and utility expenses. Carranza further advised small businesses on utilizing the SBA's new "Find a Lender" tool while addressing the urgent need for expedited permits to support essential goods production.
- Goldman Sachs40 min
US Senators Marco Rubio and Ben Cardin
Marco Rubio, Ben Cardin, David Solomon
Hosted by Goldman Sachs Chairman David Solomon on March 30, 2020, Senators Marco Rubio and Ben Cardin outlined critical CARES Act provisions to address the 96% of small businesses already impacted by the COVID-19 crisis. The discussion detailed the Paycheck Protection Program's 100% federal guarantee and loan forgiveness terms alongside emergency grants and tax credits designed to sustain payroll and operations for entities with 500 employees or fewer. While emphasizing rapid fund distribution through over 800 authorized lenders, the committee also cautioned against fraudulent schemes and anticipated further legislative action should the economic downturn extend beyond the initial 60 to 90-day window.
- Goldman Sachs30 min
Sustainability - Goldman Sachs 2020 Investor Day
Asahi Pompei, Margaret Anadu, John Goldstein, David Solomon, Mike May
Goldman Sachs has declared a $750 billion ten-year commitment to integrate sustainable economic growth into its core operations, focusing on climate transition and inclusive development through initiatives like the Urban Investment Group. This strategy mobilizes capital across all divisions to finance green infrastructure, social sovereign bonds, and private impact investments while expanding philanthropic programs such as 10,000 Women to support 50,000 entrepreneurs globally. By leveraging rigorous risk management and standardized data disclosure, the firm positions private capital as a primary solution for global inequality and climate challenges amidst shifting regulatory and market demands.
- Goldman Sachs42 min
A Conversation with David Solomon - Goldman Sachs 2020 Investor Day
David Solomon, Julian Wellesley, Brennan, Mike, Kiana Wilson, Doug, Christian Bolu, Glenn, Betsy, Devin, Steve, John, Gerard Cassidy, Matt O'Connor, Jeff Hart
Goldman Sachs is executing a strategic pivot to diversify its Global Markets client base and expand Consumer and Wealth Management operations, specifically targeting a $1.3 billion expense reduction while simultaneously building toward $125 billion in deposits. CEO David Solomon and leadership team emphasized a "One Goldman Sachs" ethos to break internal silos, with management deferring specific payout ratios in favor of a CET1 target of 13% to 13.5% to fund accretive growth. The firm projects a three-to-four-year J-curve for new lending and transaction banking initiatives, planning to report progress against these capital allocation and efficiency milestones on an annual basis rather than quarterly.
- Goldman Sachs17 min
Goldman Sachs at 150: Part 10 – Going Forward (2019)
David Solomon has succeeded Lloyd Blankfein as Chairman and CEO of Goldman Sachs, initiating a strategic shift toward digital-first growth through the launch of the consumer platform Marcus and the gender-lens investment vehicle Launch with GS. This new era emphasizes "stakeholder capitalism" and aggressive diversity targets to secure uncorrelated perspectives, while the firm maintains its traditional emphasis on rigorous recruitment and consensus-driven teamwork. By balancing its 150-year heritage with these forward-looking adaptations, the institution aims to efficiently allocate global capital while serving a broader demographic of clients and communities.
- Goldman Sachs18 min
Joseph Tsai - Co-Founder and Executive Vice Chairman, Alibaba Group
Joseph Tsai, David Solomon, Joe Tsai
Goldman Sachs hosted its inaugural "Business & Investing" event in China, featuring a strategic discussion between CEO David Solomon and Alibaba Executive Vice Chairman Joe Tsai. Tsai detailed Alibaba's evolution from a small Hangzhou startup into a global powerhouse, highlighting its defensive expansion logic, proprietary technology investments, and the unique 40-member Partnership system designed to preserve corporate culture. The conversation also offered actionable guidance on scaling entrepreneurship through mission-driven focus, leadership humility, and long-term talent development.
- Goldman Sachs12 min
"Catch-Up With David": with Goldman Sachs’ Head of Global Consumer Business Harit Talwar
Launched two years ago as a digital storefront for consumer financial services, Marcus operates with zero physical branches to serve four million customers while targeting twenty million Americans with high-interest debt. Under the leadership of Harry, who combines global market creation experience with strategic oversight, the initiative leverages Goldman Sachs' capital and risk frameworks to offer loan refinancing rates three to five percentage points lower than existing credit cards. Despite facing cultural friction between the firm's demand for perfection and the entrepreneurial need for progress, the venture aims to evolve into a shareholder-atttractive business serving tens of millions of consumers within the early stages of its digital platform expansion.
- Milken Institute57 min
Shifting Tides: How CEOs Navigate Today's Challenges
Andy Serwer, David Solomon, Barbara Humpton, Jeff Harmoning, Carmine Decibio, Bob Backus
CEOs from Goldman Sachs, Siemens, Viacom, General Mills, and EY discussed the strategic imperative of integrating diversity, sustainability, and technology into core business operations rather than treating them as peripheral issues. Leaders like David Solomon, Barbara Humpton, and Bob Backus highlighted specific initiatives ranging from carbon neutrality goals and digital transformation to talent retention and the rejection of creative mandates to align with evolving consumer values. The panel further addressed the necessity of adapting workforce development, communication strategies, and regulatory stances to navigate a shifting global landscape while maintaining organizational authenticity and growth.