Financial services is entering a new era – shaped by M&A activity, AI adoption, regulatory pressure, and the rise of digital assets.
In this fireside chat, Sean Viergutz from PwC and Firas Kiyasseh from L.E.K. Consulting break down the real strategic questions facing banks, asset managers, and investors today.
You’ll hear how firms are thinking about growth, where AI is actually delivering value, and what the future of financial services consulting looks like.
In this episode:
- The shift from scale → scope in M&A strategy
- How firms are navigating uncertainty in capital markets
- Where AI is driving real impact (and where it’s overhyped)
- The truth about crypto and digital assets in financial services
- What top consulting firms look for when hiring
Whether you're exploring consulting or already in the industry, this is a behind-the-scenes look at how top firms are thinking about one of the most dynamic sectors today.
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