60 seconds with...behavioral economist Shlomo Benartzi

We all know what they are experts on, but we want to know what makes our speakers tick. In this series, we sit down with some of our key speakers for 60 seconds to find out a bit more about them before they take to the stage at FundForum International in Berlin, 12-14 June 2017.

60 seconds with... behavioral economist Shlomo Benartzi

1. What is your personal philosophy?

I always tell my daughter: there’s a reason we have two ears and one mouth. You can always learn a lot more by listening than talking.

2. If you could do another job for just one day, what would it be?

Sommelier!

3. Disruption is always on the tip of everyone's tongue. In your opinion, what is going to be the ultimate game-changer for the finance industry?

I think true disruption will come from those who understand how to flip behavioral challenges into opportunities. It will require merging scientific research, digital technology and business know-how to create financial products that leave everyone better off.

4. What's your favourite thing about Berlin?

Ask me after FundForum. It’s my first time in Berlin and I’m very excited.

5. What are you most looking forward to at FundForum International 2017?

That little hidden coffee shop where, in between sessions, I will have a conversation that will inspire me with another big idea on how to improve the financial well-being of millions of people

Want to hear more? Shlomo Benartzi will be deliver the keynote presentation, Thinking smarter about how online investment is transforming all your customer relationships, at FundForum in Berlin on 14th June.

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