Natixis CIB boosts Green & Sustainable Hub in Asia Pacific with experienced hire
Natixis Corporate & Investment Banking (Natixis CIB) is pleased to announce the appointment of Jarek Olszowka as Head of Green & Sustainable Hub, Asia Pacific.
As a key member of Natixis CIB’s Green & Sustainable Hub (GSH), he will play a pivotal role in driving Natixis CIB’s green and sustainable finance business in Asia Pacific and will work with key stakeholders to originate and execute green and sustainable solutions. Jarek will focus on driving transformative change, accessing capital in sustainable formats, advising Natixis CIB clients on their transition journeys and creating optimal strategies for achieving their desired sustainability goals
Based in Singapore, Jarek reports to Sanjeev Kumar, Senior Country Manager, Singapore and Head of South East and South Asia, Raghu Narain, Head of Investment Banking, Asia Pacific and Orith Azoulay, Global Head of Green & Sustainable Finance.
Jarek has over 20 years of experience in the financial services industry. In his most recent role, he was International Head of Sustainable Finance and Debt Syndicate member of a major Japanese financial services group, where he led sustainable finance efforts for the investment banking team.
Orith Azoulay said, “We are pleased to welcome Jarek into our GSH team, bolstering our green and sustainable finance capabilities in Asia Pacific. At Natixis CIB, we are dedicated to delivering innovative and credible solutions for our clients, as we pursue a lower-carbon future and equitable transition. Despite heightened geopolitical instability and increased scrutiny of sustainability-related topics, we anticipate further positive developments in the months to come as we continue to push boundaries in this crucial space.”
Raghu Narain added, “Jarek brings with him a wealth of experience in sustainable finance which is a valuable addition as we strive to be the “go-to” financial partner for clients in their energy transition journey. In Asia Pacific, we see significant momentum in transition financing, and it will continue to be a key focus for us the region.”
Natixis Corporate & Investment Banking is a leading global financial institution that provides advisory, investment banking, financing, corporate banking and capital markets services to corporations, financial institutions, financial sponsors and sovereign and supranational organizations worldwide.
Our teams of experts in close to 30 countries advise clients on their strategic development, helping them to grow and transform their businesses, and maximize their positive impact. Natixis CIB is committed to aligning its financing portfolio with a carbon neutrality path by 2050 while helping its clients reduce the environmental impact of their business.
As part of Groupe BPCE, the second largest banking group in France through the Banque Populaire and Caisse d’Epargne retail networks, Natixis CIB benefits from the Group’s financial strength and solid financial ratings (Standard & Poor's: A+, Moody's: A1, Fitch: A+, R&I: A+).
