This file contains a description of a current Citi employee and description of the employee experience through a set of questions and answers. It was very exciting to be given the opportunity to run Citi’s OTC equity options marketing and structuring desk in 2005. Since then I have been able to expand my desk’s capabilities to offer multi-asset class solutions to clients.

]]> Having a desk head (leadership role) at the Firm gives me an opportunity to expand business opportunities and advance our product offering for our clients. This leadership role has allowed me to be a true role model for others coming up the ranks. Key motivators each day include the opportunity to work with extremely high-skilled colleagues, the ability to deliver innovative solutions to clients and the ability to stand prominently among our competitors given Citi’s breadth and willingness to deliver it’s strengths to clients.

]]> Citi has an extraordinary presence in the financial markets. Its sheer size and global dominance allows it to travel in the top three spots in most categories when ranked against competitors. Our in-depth knowledge of local markets, our sheer ability to price competitively with our large balance sheet puts us in the top class of investment firms on the street. In addition to our business franchise strengths, Citi has a phenomenal sense of cultural diversity. This diversity among the employee population strengthens the Firm’s understanding of the diverse client base we cover.

]]> The structuring of OTC derivatives across multi- asset classes attracts a group of highly intellectual, technical, innovative and problem-solving financial engineers and salespeople who truly understand client needs. This highly skilled group of individuals stands on the front lines as they create the next generation of financial solutions for clients.

]]> I use technical knowledge of Equity and Hybrid derivatives to achieve success in my role. I use strong client relationship skills and tenacity to drive deals to closure. I use innate leadership skills to motivate a team to reach their highest potential.

]]> - Georgetown University Recruiting Team
- Summer Analyst Mentoring Program
- Diversity Recruiting
- Women’s Diversity Sub-Committee
- Women’s Recruiting

]]> I think it would be fascinating to have dinner with Condoleezza Rice.
In a previous life, I wanted to work for the CIA or NSA, and studied international relations and Russian. I think it would be extremely interesting to pick her brain on world affairs (not to say she could divulge much that is not already public knowledge). Additionally, I think it would also be interesting to hear her view of how she achieved her success and how she was able to position herself into such an extraordinary role at such a challenging time for the United States on the global stage.

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Name: Lori Krikorian

Title: Director

Education: B.A Catholic University/George Washington University

Program: Capital Markets Structuring & Origination

Level: associate

Region: North America

Describe the most memorable experience you've ever had at Citi.: It was very exciting to be given the opportunity to run Citi’s OTC equity options marketing and structuring desk in 2005. Since then I have been able to expand my desk’s capabilities to offer multi-asset class solutions to clients.
What about your career excites you the most - gets you out of bed in the morning?: Having a desk head (leadership role) at the Firm gives me an opportunity to expand business opportunities and advance our product offering for our clients. This leadership role has allowed me to be a true role model for others coming up the ranks. Key motivators each day include the opportunity to work with extremely high-skilled colleagues, the ability to deliver innovative solutions to clients and the ability to stand prominently among our competitors given Citi’s breadth and willingness to deliver it’s strengths to clients.
What do you consider Citi's competitive edge?: Citi has an extraordinary presence in the financial markets. Its sheer size and global dominance allows it to travel in the top three spots in most categories when ranked against competitors. Our in-depth knowledge of local markets, our sheer ability to price competitively with our large balance sheet puts us in the top class of investment firms on the street. In addition to our business franchise strengths, Citi has a phenomenal sense of cultural diversity. This diversity among the employee population strengthens the Firm’s understanding of the diverse client base we cover.
How would you describe your team and the people you work with?: The structuring of OTC derivatives across multi- asset classes attracts a group of highly intellectual, technical, innovative and problem-solving financial engineers and salespeople who truly understand client needs. This highly skilled group of individuals stands on the front lines as they create the next generation of financial solutions for clients.
What skills have you found to be the most useful in your position?: I use technical knowledge of Equity and Hybrid derivatives to achieve success in my role. I use strong client relationship skills and tenacity to drive deals to closure. I use innate leadership skills to motivate a team to reach their highest potential.
What non-work related activities do you get involved in through Citi (community, mentoring, charity)?: - Georgetown University Recruiting Team
- Summer Analyst Mentoring Program
- Diversity Recruiting
- Women’s Diversity Sub-Committee
- Women’s Recruiting
If you could have dinner with anyone (past or present) who would it be and why?: I think it would be fascinating to have dinner with Condoleezza Rice.
In a previous life, I wanted to work for the CIA or NSA, and studied international relations and Russian. I think it would be extremely interesting to pick her brain on world affairs (not to say she could divulge much that is not already public knowledge). Additionally, I think it would also be interesting to hear her view of how she achieved her success and how she was able to position herself into such an extraordinary role at such a challenging time for the United States on the global stage.

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