The CIO Chair
The CIO Chair: How Chief Investment Officers think, decide, and lead
Ever wondered what really drives the top CIOs? Sean Thompson and Hartej Singh introduce to you- The CIO Chair, a podcast diving into the strategies, leadership styles and decision-making approaches of today’s leading chief investment officers. Whether you're shaping your own path or leading an investment team today, this series offers real insights of the minds and career's of leaders in investment.
A collaboration between the cio investment club and Pension Insurance Corporation
Hosted by:
Sean Thompson, cio investment club
Hartej Singh, Pension Insurance Corporation
The CIO Chair
03. The Evolving Role of the Chief Investment Officer - with Pete Drewienkiewicz, CIO, Gallagher UK
In this episode, Gallagher UK's Chief Investment Officer Pete Drewienkiewicz shares practical insights into how CIOs make strategic decisions in today’s evolving institutional investment environment.
Pete explains how governance frameworks, behavioural finance principles, and disciplined risk budgeting help chief investment officers navigate uncertainty and build portfolios that support long-term objectives.
Drawing on decades of experience across investment banking, manager research and consultancy, Pete offers a transparent look at the mindset and processes behind effective investment leadership. He discusses the challenges of manager selection, the growing role of private markets, and the influence of political and regulatory uncertainty on UK investing. Pete also speaks openly about luck, career turning points, and the importance of problem-solving as a defining trait of an effective chief investment officer, along with the legacy he hopes to leave as a CIO.
Packed with practical wisdom and real-world honesty, this episode is essential listening for current and future investment leaders.
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