Citi has partnered with Mastercard to host the Mastercard AI Digital Safari program in New York, an immersive experience designed for the next generation of high-net-worth wealth clients. The program aims to provide participants with exclusive engagements at leading institutions and organizations, including Cornell Tech, Google Cloud, Palantir, and Mastercard. This collaboration builds on the success of Citi's Young Successor Program held in Singapore, which has engaged over 500 individuals from 14 markets.
The Mastercard AI Digital Safari program offers a curated experience, including sessions at Cornell Tech on AI, navigating uncertainty, and a hands-on workshop on risk decomposition led by Professor Karan Girotra. Participants also gain insights on global economic trends and outlook from Michelle Meyer, Mastercard Chief Economist, and exclusive demonstrations at the Mastercard Experience Center led by Mariana Aguirre. The program provides a unique opportunity for participants to engage with leading academics, innovators, and business leaders.
Vicky Kong, Head of Wealth for Asia North and Australia at Citi, highlighted the significance of the program, stating that it represents the pinnacle of bespoke experiences curated for high-net-worth clients. The program empowers participants to navigate and lead in a world continuously reshaped by artificial intelligence and rapid innovation. Yeo Wenxian, Head of Wealth for Asia South at Citi, emphasized the bank's commitment to nurturing the leaders of tomorrow through the Young Successor Program.
The collaboration between Citi and Mastercard is a natural extension of their decades-long partnership, built on a shared commitment to anticipating client needs. Victor Nordenson, Executive Vice President and Global Account Management at Mastercard, noted that the program brings emerging leaders together with top innovators and institutions to share leading-edge insights on technology, commerce, leadership, and business acumen.
The Citi X Mastercard AI Digital Safari Program underscores Citi's commitment to supporting clients and their families across generations. Through Citi's global network and access to leading institutions and strategic partners, the bank continues to create opportunities that help clients prepare for the future with confidence. The program is a demonstration of how Citi leverages its global network to provide clients with unique access to global insights, cutting-edge technology perspectives, and unparalleled growth opportunities.
The Mastercard AI Digital Safari program is a first-of-its-kind collaboration between Citi and Mastercard, expanding Citi's commitment to developing future leaders. The program provides participants with a comprehensive understanding of the latest trends and innovations in AI, technology, and business. By engaging with leading academics, innovators, and business leaders, participants gain valuable insights and perspectives that can help them navigate the rapidly changing global landscape.
The success of the Young Successor Program in Singapore has led to the expansion of the initiative to new markets, including New York. Citi's commitment to nurturing the leaders of tomorrow is evident in its continued investment in programs that provide unique experiences and opportunities for growth. The Mastercard AI Digital Safari program is a testament to Citi's dedication to supporting its clients and their families across generations.
Key points
- Citi and Mastercard collaborate on AI Digital Safari Program to develop future leaders
- Program provides exclusive engagements at leading institutions and organizations
- Initiative aims to empower participants to navigate and lead in a world reshaped by AI and rapid innovation
