New Asia Branch Council Member from MUFG

New Asia Branch Council Member from MUFG

We are pleased to welcome on board our newest Asia Council Member:

Jean Monson, Director, Project Finance and ESG Finance at MUFG Bank Ltd – Singapore

We asked Jean a few questions to get to know her a bit better:

1. If you could personally change or influence one thing within infrastructure and/or energy, what would it be? 

Given my capital markets and project financing expertise, my goal is to combine those to unlock private pools of capital towards financing infrastructure. There are untapped deep pools of capital available for infrastructure finance, which can be optimized further and channelled towards the Asian region, where the needs are vast. As finance professionals, our role is to create innovative structures to mobilise funds at a much more rapid pace. The energy transition will require tapping every single form of capital towards overhauling our energy systems. I absolutely believe more can be done to stimulate capital into Asian infrastructure.

2. Knowing what you know now, what advice would you give to yourself at the start of your career? 

Most people don’t have a linear career – something I had always assumed! It is ok to have a “zig zag” or non-linear journey. Every experience is an opportunity to learn something. Core skills are transferable and highly valuable. Finally, a profession is something you should enjoy, be passionate about – so make sure your dedication is for something that gives you purpose.

3. What do you hope to bring to this Council? 

I hope to bring energy and dynamism to the Asia Council. I am excited about being part of a platform for infrastructure professionals. I hope to learn from veterans in this industry, and to inspire other young professionals (hopefully more women!) who will follow in our footsteps.

 

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