As part of the Reuben Mark Initiative for Organizational Character and Leadership, the Organizational Leadership Series will host Rohan Weerasinghe, former General Counsel of Citigroup and current Of Counsel at Shearman and Sterling after spending 35 years at the firm as a market-leading capital markets and corporate governance lawyer.  The discussion will focus on Rohan's leadership role at Citigroup and Shearman and Sterling and how it has been shaped by his business, legal, public policy, and philanthropic experiences. The discussion will take place in JG Annex on Monday, November 20th from 12:00 - 1:30 pm; Lunch will be provided for those who  register and attend (Please reach out to Michael Willis regarding any dietary restrictions at his email [email protected]). Participants who cannot attend in person may join virtually via the Zoom link below:

https://columbiauniversity.zoom.us/j/92639524009?pwd=c2xPQzNIMWNidFlKOUZjMlFUTlUzZz09

About Rohan Weerasinghe:

One of the most accomplished partners in Shearman and Sterling’s history, Rohan served as Global General Counsel of Citigroup, Inc. from 2012 to 2022, during which he led Citigroup’s legal function worldwide, counseled the bank’s executive officers and board of directors, and helped Citigroup navigate a period of tremendous change in the banking industry and regulatory environment. Before his time at Citi, Rohan led Shearman & Sterling as its Senior Partner, having spent nearly 35 years at the firm as a market-leading capital markets and corporate governance lawyer. Rohan is a graduate of Harvard College, Harvard Business School, and Harvard Law School. He serves on boards and in advisory roles and is a respected senior member of the legal and financial communities.