In this episode of Careers in Finance with CFI, we're joined by Charlie Schilling, the CEO of Macabacus. Charlie's career journey is a masterclass in navigating diverse industries, spanning investment banking, management consulting, and senior leadership roles at major companies like Bloomberg and General Assembly.
Join us as we unpack Charlie's remarkable path and get his unfiltered insights on:
- Pivoting into Finance: The story of how a liberal arts major from Georgetown launched a career on Wall Street.
- The Investment Banking Foundation: How his early years in banking built a foundation of both technical and invaluable soft skills.
- Advisory vs. Operator: The crucial differences between advising a company from the outside and leading one from within.
- Building Leadership: How to transition from an individual contributor to a C-suite leader, and the lessons learned along the way.
- A CEO's Perspective: Charlie's leadership philosophy and his advice for aspiring leaders on navigating career pivots and managing change.
Whether you're starting your career or considering your next big move, Charlie's story offers powerful lessons on continuous learning, risk-taking, and the keys to long-term professional growth.