This file contains a description of a current Citi employee and description of the employee experience through a set of questions and answers. Citi's competitive advantage is its extensive product offerings and the global reach of the Firm. Clients consistently comment on the Firm's seamless approach to addressing their needs across product areas.

]]> I work with intelligent, motivated and ambitious individuals who enjoy working together to exceed client expectations. It is imperative that new associates/analysts surround themselves with colleagues who encourage their professional development. At Citi, I have found that the culture encourages mentoring and candid feedback on your performance.

]]> The Global Loans desk works closely with several groups throughout the Firm. We regularly work with the structured products group to pitch our successful Collaterized Loan Obligation (CLO) and Total Return Swap (TRS) platforms. In addition, we have partnered on several deals with our High Yield bond desk and our Global Loans desks in London and Singapore.

]]> I have an MBA degree from Duke University. The structured teamwork in graduate school and the course work has prepared me for the collaborative environment at Citi. In addition, my previous career as a CPA aids in my understanding of financial statements of companies that my clients are evaluating.

]]> I enjoy traveling, reading, and participating in various sports. These outside activities provide a great outlet outside of work. In addition, they help to maintain the balance that is necessary to remain energetic and poised when addressing the numerous demands throughout the day.

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Name: Tyrone Thomas

Title: Associate

Education: MBA at Duke University - Fuqua School of Business

Program: Sales & Trading

Level: associate

Region: North America

What do you consider Citi's competitive edge?: Citi's competitive advantage is its extensive product offerings and the global reach of the Firm. Clients consistently comment on the Firm's seamless approach to addressing their needs across product areas.
How would you describe your team and the people you work with?: I work with intelligent, motivated and ambitious individuals who enjoy working together to exceed client expectations. It is imperative that new associates/analysts surround themselves with colleagues who encourage their professional development. At Citi, I have found that the culture encourages mentoring and candid feedback on your performance.
What other groups do you liaise with regularly within the Firm?: The Global Loans desk works closely with several groups throughout the Firm. We regularly work with the structured products group to pitch our successful Collaterized Loan Obligation (CLO) and Total Return Swap (TRS) platforms. In addition, we have partnered on several deals with our High Yield bond desk and our Global Loans desks in London and Singapore.
How do you apply your degree to what you're doing now?: I have an MBA degree from Duke University. The structured teamwork in graduate school and the course work has prepared me for the collaborative environment at Citi. In addition, my previous career as a CPA aids in my understanding of financial statements of companies that my clients are evaluating.
What do you enjoy doing outside work?: I enjoy traveling, reading, and participating in various sports. These outside activities provide a great outlet outside of work. In addition, they help to maintain the balance that is necessary to remain energetic and poised when addressing the numerous demands throughout the day.

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