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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.

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    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 Culture

    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 a strong 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 at Nasdaq makes a positive difference in the world.

    Gabriel Hitt, Senior Director, Talent Attraction & Employer Brand, Nasdaq

    Employee Spotlight

    Our People Make Nasdaq

    "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 Operations, Stockholm, Sweden , Nasdaq
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    "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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    "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

    Nasdaq Futures: The Virtual Internship Experience
    Nasdaq interns get hands-on experience working on complex projects. As an intern, you'll have the opportunity to work across departments and learn how to deliver excellence in an entrepreneurial culture.
    Aug 17, 2020
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    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.

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    Adena T. Friedman

    Chair and Chief Executive Officer

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    Ann Dennison

    Executive Vice President, Chief Financial Officer

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    Brad Petersen

    Brad Peterson

    Executive Vice President, Chief Technology / Information Officer

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    John Zecca

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

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    Nelson Griggs

    President, Capital Access Platforms

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    Tal Cohen

    President, Market Platforms

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    Brendan Brothers

    Brendan Brothers

    Interim Head of Anti-Financial Crime

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    Roland Chai

    Executive Vice President, Marketplace Technology

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    Brenda Hoffman headshot

    Brenda Hoffman

    Executive Vice President, Chief Technology Officer, Market Platforms

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    Kevin Kennedy

    Executive Vice President, North American Markets

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    Edward Knight

    Executive Vice Chairman

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    Jeff Thomas

    Executive Vice President, Corporate Platforms

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    Bjørn Sibbern headshot

    Bjørn Sibbern

    President, European Markets

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    Jeremy Skule

    Executive Vice President, Chief Strategy Officer

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    Bryan Smith

    Executive Vice President, Chief People Officer

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    Nasdaq senior leaders support our executive team by executing strategic initiatives and creating exciting client growth opportunities.

    Oliver Albers headshot

    Oliver Albers

    Executive Vice President, Investment Intelligence

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    Catherine Addona-Peña

    Catherine Addona-Peña

    Senior Vice President, Chief Risk Officer

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    Ira Auerbach

    Senior Vice President, Head of Digital Assets

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    Valerie Bannert-Thurner headshot

    Valerie Bannert-Thurner (Ph.D.)

    Senior Vice President, Head of Buy-Side and Sell-Side Solutions

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    Michael Bartels

    Senior Vice President, IR & ESG Services

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    Donald Beery headshot

    Donald Beery

    Senior Vice President, Head of Global Operations, Global Technology

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    Nicklas Brändström headshot

    Nicklas Brändström

    Senior Vice President and Head of Service Delivery, Market Technology

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    Brian Buckley

    Senior Vice President, Chief Marketing Officer

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    Jim Chen headshot

    Jim Chen

    Senior Vice President, Business Development and M&A

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    Eun Ah Choi

    Senior Vice President, Regulatory Operations & U.S. Head of Listing Qualifications and Market Surveillance

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    Nick Ciubotariu headshot

    Nick Ciubotariu

    Senior Vice President, Head of Enterprise Architecture and Emerging Technology

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    Michelle Daly headshot

    Michelle Daly

    Senior Vice President, Controller and Principal Accounting Officer

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    Michael Davis headshot

    Michael Davis

    Senior Vice President, Corporate Platforms Technology

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    Fredrik Ekström headshot

    Fredrik Ekström

    Senior Vice President, Head of Nasdaq Stockholm, European Fixed Income and ESG

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    Patrik Färnlöf headshot

    Patrik Färnlöf

    Senior Vice President, Platform and Product Engineering

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    Andreas Gustafsson headshot

    Andreas Gustafsson

    Senior Vice President, General Counsel Europe

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    Chanda Guth

    Chanda Guth

    Senior Vice President, People Planning and Partnership

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    Magnus Haglind headshot

    Magnus Haglind

    Senior Vice President, Head of Products, Market Platforms

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    Gunilla Hellqvist headshot

    Gunilla Hellqvist

    Senior Vice President, European Operations

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    Reekiran Kahlon headshot

    Reekiran Kahlon

    Senior Vice President, North American Markets Technology

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    Adam Kostyál headshot

    Adam Kostyál

    Senior Vice President, Head of European Listings

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    Dana Laidhold headshot

    Dana Laidhold

    Senior Vice President, Treasurer

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    Nikolai Larbalestier headshot

    Nikolai Larbalestier

    Senior Vice President, Enterprise Architecture and Performance Engineering

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    Phil Mackintosh

    Senior Vice President, Nasdaq Chief Economist

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    Don Marigliano

    Don Marigliano

    Senior Vice President, Client Success for North American Transaction Services

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    Robert H. McCooey, Jr.

    Vice Chairman

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    Paul McKeown headshot

    Paul McKeown

    Senior Vice President, Chief Revenue Officer, Market Platforms

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    Lou Modano headshot

    Lou Modano

    Senior Vice President, Chief Information Security Officer and Global Head of Infrastructure Services

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    Marc Murphy headshot

    Marc Murphy

    Senior Vice President, Head of Market Operations, Strategic Programs, and Shared Trading Services Product Management

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    Mike O'Rourke headshot

    Mike O'Rourke

    Senior Vice President, Head of Artificial Intelligence and Investment Intelligence Technology

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    Gary Offner headshot

    Gary Offner

    Senior Vice President, Head of Nasdaq Ventures

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    Daniela Peterhoff headshot

    Daniela Peterhoff

    Senior Vice President, President of Clearing and Head of European Markets Strategy

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    Robert Schulz headshot

    Robert Schulz

    Senior Vice President, Anti-Financial Crime Technology

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    A. Michael Smith headshot

    A. Michael Smith

    Senior Vice President, Global Chief Auditor

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    Walt Smith headshot

    Walt Smith

    Senior Vice President, North American Markets

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    Karen Snow headshot

    Karen Snow

    Senior Vice President, Head of U.S. Listings and Revenue

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    Emily Spurling headshot

    Emily Spurling

    Senior Vice President, Strategic Chief Operating Officer, Investment Intelligence

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    Rich Taylor

    Rich Taylor

    Senior Vice President, People Experience & Diversity

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    Brandon Tepper

    Brandon Tepper

    Senior Vice President, Global Head of Investment Intelligence Data

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    Benjamin Wolf

    Senior Vice President, Investment Intelligence Technology

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    Careers at Nasdaq

    With over 5,000 employees spread over 39 offices in 28 countries around the world, we're a global team driven by purpose.

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    With over 5,000 employees spread over 39 offices in 28 countries around the world, we're a global team driven by purpose.

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    Join the Nasdaq Family

    At Nasdaq, you’ll enjoy amazing benefits and career-long opportunities as you work alongside others dedicated to creating equitable opportunities and prosperity around the globe.

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    At Nasdaq, you’ll enjoy amazing benefits and career-long opportunities as you work alongside others dedicated to creating equitable opportunities and prosperity around the globe.

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