We are happy to welcome Isabelle Mateos y Lago within BNP Paribas as our new Chief Economist from 3 September 2024, replacing William De Vijlder, current BNP Paribas Chief Economist since 2014, who will be retiring in a few months’ time. Isabelle, previously Chief Markets Strategist at BlackRock, reports to Lars Machenil, the Group's Chief Financial Officer. William will take on the role of Economic Adviser to the Group's General Management, reporting to Lars Machenil. Isabelle Mateos y Lago brings a wealth of experience in economics, finance and geopolitics gained throughout her international career at leading financial institutions in France, the United States and the United Kingdom. Isabelle will continue to reinforce the BNP Paribas Economic Research Unit’s crucial role supporting the Group’s business lines and its clients, and develop new initiatives to ensure that BNP Paribas continues to benefit from cutting-edge economic research.
Beste William. Hartelijk dank voor je jaarlijks economisch rapport. Het was altijd heel nuttig en relevant. Dank ook voor de vriendschap. Herman
All the best William, ist was always good listening to your pronounced views. I will miss them. Stay safe and enjoy retirement! Best Jochen
William De Vijlder Time has flown since our first meeting! Very soon you Will write a new chapter, enjoy it, thank you for all your analysis ! A warm welcome to you Isabelle!
Dear William De Vijlder it has been a great pleasure to work with you as well as listen to your insightful economic presentations. They will be missed. I wish you a great and very well deserved retirement time! Best wishes Nicolas
Je bent altijd een monument binnen de bank geweest en ik ben er zeker van dat je nog heel wat plannen hebt. Het allerbeste ermee!
Welcome Isabelle to the BNPP family! Looking forward to hearing & reading your input and perspectives! And a big thank you to William De Vijlder
🐼🩵 Bravo aux équipes et au CSE 👏🏽💡
It was always great to exchange ideas on the economic evolution with a great mind as William !! Thans for all those interesting insights and good luck to Isabelle !
Chairman of the Board of Directors at BNP Paribas Fortis
2moThanks William for your always thoughtful views on the World Economy See you soon