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10 Defining Moments in the Life of Mark Carney

Also known as: Mervyn King’s successor, Governor Carney
Born: 1965-03-16 (Canada·Northwest Territories·Fort Smith)
Age:60

Mark Carney is a Canadian economist known for serving as the Governor of the Bank of Canada and later the Governor of the Bank of England, contributing significantly to global economic policies.

1995-01-01

Joined Goldman Sachs

Mark Carney began his professional career at Goldman Sachs, gaining significant experience in global finance markets.

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2003-08-25

Deputy Governor of the Bank of Canada

Appointed as Deputy Governor at the Bank of Canada, where Carney helped navigate the Canadian economy through challenging times.

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2008-02-01

Governor of the Bank of Canada

Became Governor of the Bank of Canada, leading the institution during the global financial crisis.

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2011-11-04

Chair of the Financial Stability Board

Carney was appointed as the Chair of the Financial Stability Board, playing a critical role in overseeing global financial regulation.

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2013-07-01

Governor of the Bank of England

Became the first non-Briton to be appointed as the Governor of the Bank of England.

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2013-11-01

Chair of G20's Financial Stability Board

Reappointed as Chair of the Financial Stability Board, continuing his international influence on financial policies.

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2019-12-31

Stepping Down as Governor

Announced he would step down as Governor of the Bank of England, ending his term in early 2020.

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2020-01-01

UN Special Envoy on Climate Action and Finance

Appointed as the United Nations Special Envoy on Climate Action and Finance.

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2020-10-01

Vice Chair and Head of ESG at Brookfield Asset Management

Joined Brookfield Asset Management as Vice Chair and Head of ESG and Impact Fund Investing.

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2021-03-16

Published 'Value(s): Building a Better World for All'

Released a book titled 'Value(s): Building a Better World for All', addressing societal challenges and economic reform.

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