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Head Hunter Talks: a Conversation on Talent, Trends and Opportunities in Asset & Private Banking
Moderator, Marco Braga, Advisor, Aegis
Marco Braga
Advisor, Aegis
Marco is an established Marketing and Communications professional with extensive experience in the financial and insurance sectors. He has a proven track record of leading brand and communication strategies in major companies, including a significant tenure as Head of Brand & Trade Marketing at Zurich Insurance and Head of Marketing and Communication at ING Investment Management.
His expertise covers the full spectrum of marketing and communications. He is skilled in managing both internal and external communication activities, from overarching brand management and advertising to the creation of targeted sales support materials for distribution channels. He is also an experienced moderator, having led numerous institutional events and round tables. He brings a sharp, creative approach to corporate messaging, focusing on high-level strategy and copywriting.
As of 2024, he collaborates with Aegis, contributing his extensive experience to the firm's
marketing and communication initiatives.
Cristina Bianco, Founder and CEO, Aegis
Cristina Bianco
Founder and CEO, Aegis
As Founder and CEO, Cristina established Aegis in 2002, building on her extensive experience in executive search for the financial services sector.
Under her guidance, the firm has grown from its three founding partners to a team of over 70 professionals, successfully expanding its initial focus on finance into several other strategic sectors. Her leadership approach fostered both sustainable growth and the development of specialized practices across multiple industries.
Cristina specializes in senior and executive search within financial services and asset management, where her deep market knowledge and network have been instrumental in numerous high-profile placements. Her experience and expertise enable her to guide organizations in identifying optimal people solutions, going beyond conventional approaches to recommend strategies that best fit each organization’s unique situation and needs.
In addition to her work in executive search, Cristina has expanded her focus to include broader HR services, including executive assessment and coaching initiatives. Currently pursuing a business coaching certification, she provides strategic advisory services to boards and C-suite executives, combining her understanding of organizational dynamics with deep industry expertise to assist clients with their strategic hiring decisions and organizational development initiatives.
Dario Bussolin, Associate Partner, Business Line Manager Human Capital, Aegis
Dario Bussolin
Associate Partner, Business Line Manager Human Capital, Aegis
An Organizational Psychologist and Psychotherapist, Dario has over fifteen years of experience in the HR field, gained in both corporate roles and as an HR consultant. He holds extensive expertise in designing and implementing sustainable HR processes that are aligned with an organization's values, culture, and business strategy.
He collaborates with the Catholic University of Milan to drive innovation in methodologies and tools for human capital development, ensuring they are grounded in the latest scientific and statistical validation criteria. As an expert soft skills trainer, he designs experiential programs based on academically validated competency models to build effective leadership behaviors.
He leverages these competencies directly in his work with executives. As a Senior Assessor, he designs and manages executive assessments. In his role as a coach, he also supports senior leaders in refining their leadership style and managerial skills through growth paths tailored to both individual and organizational objectives.
Davide Roberto, Partner, Practice Leader Private Banking & Wealth Management, Aegis
Davide Roberto
Partner, Practice Leader Private Banking & Wealth Management, Aegis
With over a decade at Aegis, he joined the firm to launch and manage the recruiting practice for the Private Banking & Wealth Management area within the Aegis FSI division. Today, he is a Partner at Aegis and the practice he leads has become one of the firm's most important.
Davide possesses deep vertical expertise in his target market, understanding its specific organizational structures and strategic approaches. This specialized knowledge is a critical asset, and he frequently supports the Human Capital team on projects where his industry insight is key to the engagement's success.
Over the course of his career, Davide has supported clients beyond standard recruitment activities, engaging in major transformation initiatives and projects aimed at enhancing service quality and elevating the overall caliber of both clients and professionals. He has been instrumental in the evaluation and selection of strategic leadership talent essential for driving the desired business model transformation.
Furthermore, he has developed a strong interest in innovative fintech startups, evolving into a comprehensive advisor for these companies, covering everything from recruitment to organizational and strategic matters.
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