In this special pre-Money20/20 Asia episode of The Bank Tellers, Sheryl Chen, Head of Content, Asia, sits down with Deven Somaya, Managing Director and Global Head of Emerging Commerce Solutions at Citi, for a deeply personal and wide-ranging conversation from Singapore.
With over 24 years at Citi, Deven shares insights from his global career journey, including his decision to move from engineering to banking, the evolution of his leadership style, and why embracing change has been his biggest unlock. He also talks about the importance of authenticity at work, tackling imposter syndrome, and the power of giving back, highlighting his work supporting young women in Singapore through fintech and STEM programs.
If you're interested in the human side of financial leadership, the power of mentorship, and how to build a fulfilling career in banking and fintech, this is a must-watch.
Key Topics Include:
-Deven's unexpected entry into banking
-Finding your authentic self at work
-Giving back through STEM education in Singapore
-Confidence, mentorship, and breaking barriers
-What keeps Deven excited about Citi
-Advice for young professionals entering fintech
Citi
https://www.citi.com/
Follow Deven:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/devensomaya/
Follow Money20/20:
YouTube: @Money2020Tv
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/money2020/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/money20_20
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Money2020
X: https://www.twitter.com/Money2020
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@money20_20
Stuff You Should Know
If you've ever wanted to know about champagne, satanism, the Stonewall Uprising, chaos theory, LSD, El Nino, true crime and Rosa Parks, then look no further. Josh and Chuck have you covered.
Dateline NBC
Current and classic episodes, featuring compelling true-crime mysteries, powerful documentaries and in-depth investigations. Follow now to get the latest episodes of Dateline NBC completely free, or subscribe to Dateline Premium for ad-free listening and exclusive bonus content: DatelinePremium.com
CrimeLess: Hillbilly Heist
It’s 1996 in rural North Carolina, and an oddball crew makes history when they pull off America’s third largest cash heist. But it’s all downhill from there. Join host Johnny Knoxville as he unspools a wild and woolly tale about a group of regular ‘ol folks who risked it all for a chance at a better life. CrimeLess: Hillbilly Heist answers the question: what would you do with 17.3 million dollars? The answer includes diamond rings, mansions, velvet Elvis paintings, plus a run for the border, murder-for-hire-plots, and FBI busts.