Mentor

Doug Peterson

Mentor

Doug
Peterson

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Overview

Doug Peterson is a proven global leader in financial services, and data and analytics, recognised for transforming S&P Global into a modern, technology-driven powerhouse at the centre of global markets.

He served as President & CEO of S&P Global from 2013 to 2024, where he delivered over a decade of strong shareholder value, international expansion and strategic innovation. He initiated and led S&P Global’s US$44bn acquisition of IHSMarkit and its successful integration in 2022. Under his leadership, the company’s market capitalisation grew from $16bn to more than $150bn.

Before joining S&P Global, Douglas spent 26 years at Citigroup in senior leadership roles across Latin America, Asia and the U.S., including CEO of Citigroup Japan, COO of Citibank, and Chief Auditor.

He brings deep cross-sector expertise in:

• Financial services & data analytics – transforming S&P Global through acquisitions such as IHS Markit, Kensho and SNL

• Technology & innovation – leading digital transformation through AI, Cloud and advanced data strategies

• Governance & regulation – extensive experience in crisis management, global risk, audit and systemic stability

• International leadership M&A, and Business Transformation – driving cross-border expansion and complex integrations

Doug contributes widely to global institutions and boards, including the Council on Foreign Relations, the National Bureau of Economic Research, Temasek, Claremont McKenna College, and the Japan Society. He has also serves on UN, World Bank and FDIC advisory groups focused on sustainability, infrastructure and financial stability.

Doug was educated at Claremont McKenna College and the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania.

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Major Career Roles

S&P Global

President & CEO

S&P Global Ratings

President

Citigroup Japan

CEO

Morgan Stanley

Independent Director

Business Roundtable

Board member

British American Business Inc

Advisory board member

OneChronos

Executive Chair

Other Career Highlights

IHSMarkit, Kensho, and SNL

Drove landmark acquisitions and integrations

Japan Society

Member of the Council on Foreign Relations & FDIC Systemic Resolution Advisory Committee

Citibank Costa Rica and Uruguay

Country Manager

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