Q&A with Daisy Stall, Executive Vice President, Entertainment Finance Director
What did you do before joining CB&T? I worked as the managing director
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of entertainment/technology, media and telecommunications at CIT Bank for nearly a decade. Before that, I was at Sony Pictures Entertainment as vice president and assistant treasurer where I managed global liquidity, all foreign exchange and capital funding for the studio’s film and TV productions and its global operating subsidiaries.
the set during filming of an action scene with towering robots and a destroyed lab. During a break, I met briefly with the line producer and the lead star who proceeded to assure me that the film would be completed on time and on budget. However, the most memorable moment was when I attended the film premiere. I eagerly awaited the very end of the credits to see my very first film credit on the big screen — and my name was misspelled! I get to re-live that funny moment anytime I re-watch the film.
In your new role, what are your plans for CB&T?
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I’m eager to build on CB&T’s existing entertainment portfolio and plan to expand the bank’s comprehensive banking solutions tailored to address the unique needs of independent producers and other entertainment industry firms. As the industry’s business model continues to evolve in the film, television and music spaces, I am bullish about the prospects during this time of change. My new role at CB&T will allow me to leverage the bank’s strong balance sheet and entrepreneurial culture to better serve my clients. (And speaking of movies, my top three favorites are “The Godfather, Part 1,” “The Matrix” and “Terminator 2: Judgement Day.”)
What words do you live by? How have they inspired you in your life?
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In the words of Thomas Edison, “Opportunity is missed by most people because it is dressed in overalls and looks like work.” Throughout my career, I have always had this notion that I had to work harder than everyone else to prove myself. Whether or not that was true, I often volunteered for projects or transactions that others deemed too small, difficult, time-consuming or “not their job.” It was through the extra work where I gained technical knowledge or experience that led to other career opportunities.
If you were asked to share one piece of advice, what would it be?
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On a personal and professional level, be open and have the courage to meet or talk to someone you don’t think you have anything in common with — someone from a different country, background, race, gender/gender identity, etc. You may learn something new or find you share more in common than you think.
What has been your most memorable career moment?
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Twenty years ago, I led a complex financing for the production of a huge blockbuster sequel. I visited
SOURCES: BUSINESSWIRE.COM, MEDIUM.COM
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