Business Beyond Borders - A Podcast by Bluente
Welcome to Business Beyond Borders, a podcast that explores the importance of international experiences in today’s working world.
This podcast is brought to you by Bluente, the world’s first business language services platform. We aim to connect professionals across the globe, one conversation at a time.
Join us as we engage with senior leaders from various industries ranging from legal to finance and many more, who will share insider tips for navigating global markets in their industry.
From multilingual entrepreneurs to savvy lawyers, our guests share their firsthand experiences and practical insights on building global networks and seizing international opportunities.
Get ready to expand your horizons and propel your career to new heights.
This podcast is brought to you by Bluente.
Bluente is the world’s first business language services platform. We built a document translation tool where you get your translated documents in less than 2 minutes, retaining the same format of your file. Try it now at https://translate.bluente.com/. We also we teach business languages (CN, ID, EN, ES) tailored for professionals through our mobile and web app. Find out more here: https://app.bluente.com/home/.
Business Beyond Borders - A Podcast by Bluente
Investing in Emerging Markets: Building Relationships and Unlocking Opportunities with Sean Ahn, Investment Officer at IFC
In this episode of Business Beyond Borders, we are joined by Sean Ahn, an investment officer at IFC, the private sector investment arm of the World Bank Group. With over a decade of experience, Sean has led remarkable transactions across Asia Pacific and beyond, covering diverse asset classes such as equity, mezzanine, distressed, corporate, and project finance. His expertise spans across multiple sectors, including agribusiness, consumables, natural resources, and infrastructure.
Prior to joining the IFC, Sean has also taken on various roles in prominent financial institutions such as Clearwater Capital Partners, Bain & Co.’s Private Equity group, and Goldman Sachs.
In this episode, we cover:
- Sean’s day-to-day work at IFC, sourcing investment opportunities in emerging markets
- How understanding cultural nuances and how cultural perceptions can impact investment decisions, and the importance of language in easing tensions
- How IFC measures project success
- The significance of character and integrity when assessing investments and hiring in emerging markets
Join us in this episode as Sean shares valuable insights and experiences on investing in emerging markets, and gain a new perspective on the intersection of international investment and culture.
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Bluente's Website: https://www.bluente.com/
Sean’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/seanahn/0
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