Standard Chartered Bank's journey from near collapse to recovery is explored through a conversation with Group CEO Bill Winters. Winters details the bank's historical roots in financing the British Empire, its modern role as a "connector bank" linking global markets, and the challenges of navigating complex regulations. He recounts joining the bank amidst compliance and credit crises, necessitating a significant balance sheet write-off and team overhaul. Winters emphasizes prioritizing regulatory relationships and communicating a vision of the bank's underlying strengths to shareholders. He reflects on lessons learned from his time at JP Morgan, including the importance of client service and disciplined management, and also addresses geopolitical tensions, digital assets, and corporate culture.
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