EPISODE · Jun 11, 2024 · 29 MIN
Ep. 12: Cat Rüst, Revenue Growth Leader and Advisory Board Member
from Inspirational Journeys of the Best Minds · host IMERGEY
SPOTIFY - Title: [VIDEO] Ep. 12: Cat Rüst, Revenue Growth Leader and Advisory Board Member “I've worked with bankers over the last few years where they have never worked anywhere else. And they proudly tell me I've been 35 years with the same company. And I'm like, why would you tell somebody that? It shows you have no ambition to change, (...) you're so in your comfort zone.” As a seasoned expert in leveraging technology for transformative change and a vocal advocate for women in the tech industry, Cat Rust brings a wealth of experience and insights to the table. Her professional journey spans from driving technological initiatives in banking to becoming a serial entrepreneur of eight companies. Cat has been recognized as one of the top 100 women in fintech and one of the top 25 women leaders in Hong Kong fintech. As she shares with our host, Ria, stepping out of your comfort zone, diversifying your career experiences, and learning when to move on are essential traits for a successful career. Cat's story reminds us of the importance of adaptability, resilience, and continuous learning. As technology continues to disrupt industries and create new opportunities, being able to navigate through these changes with confidence and agility will cultivate an open mind. We invite you to tune in on Spotify or YouTube to hear (and watch) this episode on how Cat got to where she is today and the advice she has for professionals looking to stay relevant. What’s "Inspirational Journey Of The Best Minds" About? Through insightful interviews, we explore the personal and professional lives of accomplished senior executives. Listen in as we uncover the unique perspectives and explore the impact these leaders are making to shape the world we live in today. Watch this podcast on YouTube ➤ Episode 11: Mukta Arya, Chief Human Resources Officer (APAC) at Société Générale ➤ Episode 10: Simon Clarke, Managing Director, Relationship Manager, at Citi Private Bank ➤ Episode 9: Lee-Han Tjioe, General Manager (Hong Kong) at IBM Consulting ➤ Episode 8: Sammy Elazab - Sales Director, Southeast Asia, at Samsung Ads ➤ Episode 7: Vanessa Sorenson - Chief Partner Officer ANZ and Managing Director NZ at Microsoft ➤ Episode 6: Melissa Henson, Chief Marketing Officer, Philippines at AIA. ➤ Episode 5: Sherif Tawfik, Chief Sustainability Officer MENA of Microsoft ➤ Episode 4: Yves Briantais, VP APAC Marketing at Colgate-Palmolive ➤ Episode 3: Imane Eddine - Chief of Staff to the President of Microsoft Asia ➤ Episode 2: Amnah Ajmal, Executive Vice President of Market Development EEMEA at Mastercard ➤ Episode: Episode 1: June Boo, Head of Asia Business at LinkedIn Follow us on these platforms: ➤ LinkedIn ➤ Instagram➤ Website
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SPOTIFY - Title: [VIDEO] Ep. 12: Cat Rüst, Revenue Growth Leader and Advisory Board Member “I've worked with bankers over the last few years where they have never worked anywhere else. And they proudly tell me I've been 35 years with the same company. And I'm like, why would you tell somebody that? It shows you have no ambition to change, (...) you're so in your comfort zone.” As a seasoned expert in leveraging technology for transformative change and a vocal advocate for women in the tech industry, Cat Rust brings a wealth of experience and insights to the table. Her professional journey spans from driving technological initiatives in banking to becoming a serial entrepreneur of eight companies. Cat has been recognized as one of the top 100 women in fintech and one of the top 25 women leaders in Hong Kong fintech. As she shares with our host, Ria, stepping out of your comfort zone, diversifying your career experiences, and learning when to move on are essential traits for a successful career. Cat's story reminds us of the importance of adaptability, resilience, and continuous learning. As technology continues to disrupt industries and create new opportunities, being able to navigate through these changes with confidence and agility will cultivate an open mind. We invite you to tune in on Spotify or YouTube to hear (and watch) this episode on how Cat got to where she is today and the advice she has for professionals looking to stay relevant. What’s "Inspirational Journey Of The Best Minds" About? Through insightful interviews, we explore the personal and professional lives of accomplished senior executives. Listen in as we uncover the unique perspectives and explore the impact these leaders are making to shape the world we live in today. Watch this podcast on YouTube ➤ Episode 11: Mukta Arya, Chief Human Resources Officer (APAC) at Société Générale ➤ Episode 10: Simon Clarke, Managing Director, Relationship Manager, at Citi Private Bank ➤ Episode 9: Lee-Han Tjioe, General Manager (Hong Kong) at IBM Consulting ➤ Episode 8: Sammy Elazab - Sales Director, Southeast Asia, at Samsung Ads ➤ Episode 7: Vanessa Sorenson - Chief Partner Officer ANZ and Managing Director NZ at Microsoft ➤ Episode 6: Melissa Henson, Chief Marketing Officer, Philippines at AIA. ➤ Episode 5: Sherif Tawfik, Chief Sustainability Officer MENA of Microsoft ➤ Episode 4: Yves Briantais, VP APAC Marketing at Colgate-Palmolive ➤ Episode 3: Imane Eddine - Chief of Staff to the President of Microsoft Asia ➤ Episode 2: Amnah Ajmal, Executive Vice President of Market Development EEMEA at Mastercard ➤ Episode: Episode 1: June Boo, Head of Asia Business at LinkedIn Follow us on these platforms: ➤ LinkedIn ➤ Instagram➤ Website
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