Coffee with Kofi featuring Justin Onuekusi, Chief Investment Officer at St James's Place.

Fiercely bright yet humble, Justin is a leading light for many, having risen to become a Chief Investment Officer of a leading Financial Services institution. In this inspiring episode he shares the importance of family and friends in his journey to the top of the investment profession. Alongside his high profile role he makes time to give back, leading and supporting socially impactful initiatives with Encircle Mentoring, the Premier League and many more. To know Justin is to be proud of human endeavour and the power of a positive mindset. Key takeaways:* Justin's path to CIO was marked by strategic career moves, focusing on saturation and growth in each role before progressing.* Balancing technical skills with people skills is crucial for career advancement in financial services.* Leadership in large organisations can be isolating; developing strong support systems and self-reliance is essential.* Embracing diversity of thought and innovative cultures is key to driving better client outcomes in wealth management.Episode resources:Justin Onuekusi - www.linkedin.com/in/justinonuekwusiChay Executive Coaching - www.chayexecutivecoaching.com