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    Our People

    By collaborating with talented colleagues in an entrepreneurial environment, we are pushing the boundaries of possibility and creating new opportunities.

    Who We Are

    Nasdaq is a global technology company that is relentlessly reimagining the markets of today. Not by chasing the possibilities of tomorrow. But by creating them.

     

    What We Believe In

    We are driven by our purpose: to champion inclusive growth and prosperity. We create technology that helps our customers unlock human potential that benefits economies and communities around the world.

    Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

    Every day Nasdaq is building a culture that embraces diversity and inclusion, creating an environment where we all feel connected and empowered to succeed.

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    I feel proud to be a part of a company that has such astrong sense of mission. Whether it’s promoting financial literacy or fighting financial crime or expanding capital markets participation in underrepresented communities, the work we do atNasdaq makes a positive difference in the world.

    Gabriel Hitt, Associate Vice President, Employer Brand & Culture, Nasdaq

    Employee Spotlight

    Our People Make Nasdaq

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    "Nasdaq has a culture that really recognizes a person’s ability to expand, understands that progression is important, and gives us competencies quickly."

    Smitha Krishnamurthy, Senior Director, People Strategy Team, APAC, Nasdaq
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    "Nasdaq stands for innovation, teamwork and collaboration, and is client-focused."

    Gunilla Hellqvist, SVP, European Market Services, Stockholm, Sweden , Nasdaq
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    John Son

    "The reason why I've been here for so long is that I just love technology, and I think technology is interwoven into our company DNA – technology touches everything that we do on a day-to-day basis."

    John Son, Director of MarketSite Technical Operations, New York, Nasdaq
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    Abdo Zein Al Abedeen

    "I might not be able to change the entire world, but it is surely worth trying. I sleep better at night knowing that there is at least one person that I was able to help."

    Abdo Zein Al Abedeen, QA Test Specialist, Nasdaq
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    Nasdaq Pulses with Opportunity

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    Aug 09, 2022

    Meet the leadership team

    Nasdaq executives are at the forefront of our corporate strategy, championing technology and market innovation to transform global markets and economies.

    Portrait photography of Adena T. Friedman Chair and CEO, Nasdaq, Inc.

    Adena T. Friedman

    Chair and Chief Executive Officer

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    Tal Cohen

    President

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    Nelson Griggs

    President

    Oliver Albers headshot

    Oliver Albers

    Executive Vice President, Chief Product Officer, Capital Access Platforms

    Valerie Bannert-Thurner headshot

    Valerie Bannert-Thurner (Ph.D.)

    Executive Vice President, Chief Revenue Officer, Financial Technology

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    Roland Chai

    President, European Market Services

    Stephanie Champion , Senior Vice President, Head of Sales, Financial Crime Management Technology, Nasdaq

    Stephanie Champion 

    Executive Vice President, Head of Nasdaq Verafin

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    Brenda Hoffman

    Executive Vice President, Chief Technology Officer, Market Services and Financial Technology

    Laurent Jacquemin, Executive Vice President, Chief Client Success Officer, Financial Technology, Nasdaq

    Laurent Jacquemin

    Executive Vice President, Chief Client Success Officer, Financial Technology

    Kevin Kennedy, Executive Vice President, North American Markets, Nasdaq

    Kevin Kennedy

    Executive Vice President, North American Markets

    Edward Knight, Executive Vice Chairman, Nasdaq

    Edward Knight

    Executive Vice Chairman

    Lou Modano is Executive Vice President, Chief Information Security Officer, and Global Head of Corporate Information Technology for Nasdaq.

    Lou Modano

    Executive Vice President, Chief Information Security Officer

    Headshot photography of Daniela Peterhoff, Executive Vice President, Chief Strategy and Transformation Officer, Market Platforms at Nasdaq.

    Daniela Peterhoff

    Executive Vice President, Chief Strategy and Transformation Officer, Market Platforms

    Brad Petersen

    Brad Peterson

    Executive Vice President, Chief Technology / Information Officer

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    Jeremy Skule

    Executive Vice President, Chief Strategy Officer and Executive Chair, Financial Crime Management Technology

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    Bryan Smith

    Executive Vice President, Chief People Officer

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    Jeff Thomas

    Executive Vice President, Chief Revenue Officer & Global Head of Listings, Capital Access Platforms

    Sarah Youngwood, EVP & CFO at Nasdaq

    Sarah Youngwood

    Executive Vice President, Chief Financial Officer

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    John Zecca

    Executive Vice President, Global Chief Legal, Risk and Regulatory Officer

    Careers at Nasdaq

    With 8,525 employees spread over 38 countries around the world, we're a global team driven by purpose.

    With 8,525 employees spread over 38 countries around the world, we're a global team driven by purpose.

    Join the Nasdaq Team

    Interested in making a positive impact while doing meaningful work? We are seeking forward-thinking innovators like you to help fuel inclusive growth and prosperity.

    Interested in making a positive impact while doing meaningful work? We are seeking forward-thinking innovators like you to help fuel inclusive growth and prosperity.