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| name = Brady W. Dougan
| name         = Brady W. Dougan
| birth_name = Brady William Dougan
| birth_name   = Brady William Dougan
| birth_date = {{birth date and age|1959|8|30}}
| birth_date   = {{birth date and age|1959|08|30}}
| birth_place = Urbana, Illinois, U.S.
| birth_place = [[Urbana, Illinois]], U.S.
| nationality = American
| nationality = American
| occupation = Banker, business executive
| alma_mater  = [[University of Chicago]] (BA)<br />[[University of Chicago Booth School of Business]] (MBA)
| known_for = CEO of Credit Suisse (2007–2015)
| occupation  = Banker, business executive
| education = University of Chicago Booth School of Business (MBA)
| known_for    = CEO of [[Credit Suisse]] (2007–2015)
| children = 2
| children    = 2
| alma_mater = University of Chicago (BA)<br />University of Chicago Booth School of Business (MBA)
}}
}}


'''Brady William Dougan''' (born August 30, 1959) is an American banker and business executive who served as the chief executive officer of [[Credit Suisse]], one of the world's largest financial institutions, from 2007 to 2015. Born and raised in the American Midwest, Dougan spent much of his career ascending through the ranks of Credit Suisse's investment banking division, eventually becoming one of the few Americans to lead a major Swiss bank. His appointment marked a notable departure for the Zurich-based institution, which chose a non-Swiss executive to helm the firm during a period of unprecedented upheaval in global finance.<ref name="europeanceo">{{cite web |title=Brady Dougan |url=https://www.europeanceo.com/profiles/brady-dougan-credit-suisse/ |publisher=European CEO |date=November 18, 2014 |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref> Dougan guided Credit Suisse through the 2007–2008 financial crisis and its aftermath, implementing a strategy that emphasized both investment banking and wealth management. His tenure was also marked by regulatory challenges, including a protracted United States tax evasion investigation. After departing Credit Suisse in 2015, Dougan became the CEO of Exos Financial, a financial technology firm.<ref name="finews">{{cite news |title=Brady Dougan's Shattered Dream |url=https://www.finews.com/news/english-news/57845-exos-finacial-brady-dougan-compensation-employees-spac-boom |work=finews.com |date=June 16, 2023 |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref>
'''Brady William Dougan''' (born August 30, 1959) is an American banker and business executive who served as the [[chief executive officer]] of [[Credit Suisse]], one of the world's largest and most prominent financial institutions, from 2007 to 2015. Born in [[Urbana, Illinois]], Dougan rose through the ranks of Credit Suisse's investment banking division over a career spanning more than two decades at the firm, ultimately becoming the first American to lead the Swiss banking giant. His tenure as CEO was marked by the challenges of navigating the [[2007–2008 financial crisis]], the implementation of a strategy integrating investment banking with wealth management, and ongoing regulatory and legal scrutiny related to the bank's cross-border banking activities. In March 2015, Credit Suisse announced that [[Tidjane Thiam]], then the CEO of [[Prudential plc]], would succeed Dougan as chief executive.<ref name="guardian">{{cite news |date=2015-03-10 |title=Prudential's Tidjane Thiam to take top role at Credit Suisse |url=https://www.theguardian.com/business/2015/mar/10/prudentials-tidjane-thiam-to-take-top-role-at-credit-suisse |work=The Guardian |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref> Following his departure from Credit Suisse, Dougan went on to lead Exos Financial, a financial technology venture aimed at disrupting aspects of the investment banking industry.<ref name="finews">{{cite news |date=2023-06-16 |title=Brady Dougan's Shattered Dream |url=https://www.finews.com/news/english-news/57845-exos-finacial-brady-dougan-compensation-employees-spac-boom |work=finews.com |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref>


== Early Life ==
== Early Life ==


Brady William Dougan was born on August 30, 1959, in Urbana, Illinois, a college town in the east-central part of the state that is home to the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign.<ref name="bloomberg_timeline">{{cite news |title=How Brady Dougan's Climb Up a Swiss Peak Ended: Timeline |url=https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2015-03-10/how-brady-dougan-s-climb-up-a-swiss-peak-ended-timeline |work=Bloomberg News |date=March 10, 2015 |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref> Details about his parents and upbringing are not extensively documented in public records. Growing up in the American Midwest, Dougan would later be characterized in financial press coverage as a figure whose Midwestern origins stood in contrast to the Swiss banking establishment he would eventually lead.<ref name="europeanceo" />
Brady William Dougan was born on August 30, 1959, in [[Urbana, Illinois]], a university city in the east-central part of the state, home to the [[University of Illinois at Urbana–Champaign]].<ref name="bloomberg-timeline">{{cite news |date=2015-03-10 |title=How Brady Dougan's Climb Up a Swiss Peak Ended: Timeline |url=https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2015-03-10/how-brady-dougan-s-climb-up-a-swiss-peak-ended-timeline |work=Bloomberg News |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref> Details regarding Dougan's parents and family background during his childhood years remain largely outside the public record. Growing up in the Midwest, Dougan would go on to pursue higher education at the [[University of Chicago]], one of the nation's leading research universities, located on the South Side of Chicago.<ref name="cs-cv">{{cite web |title=Brady W. Dougan – Curriculum Vitae |url=https://web.archive.org/web/20140626140524/https://www.credit-suisse.com/governance/en/pop_s_cv_dougan.jsp |publisher=Credit Suisse |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref>


Dougan's early years were spent in an academic environment, given Urbana's status as a university community. His path would eventually lead him to Chicago, where he pursued his higher education and began the career that would take him from the trading floors of American financial institutions to the executive suite of one of Europe's most storied banks.<ref name="bloomberg_quiet">{{cite news |title=Dougan, Quiet American, Wins Credit Suisse Job Mack Missed |url=https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2007-02-20/dougan-quiet-american-wins-credit-suisse-job-mack-missed |work=Bloomberg News |date=February 20, 2007 |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref>
Little has been publicly documented about Dougan's early interests or formative experiences prior to his university years. What is known is that he pursued both his undergraduate and graduate studies at the University of Chicago, suggesting an early and sustained interest in the rigorous analytical and economic traditions for which the institution is known. His educational path at Chicago would prove foundational to his subsequent career in finance and banking.


== Education ==
== Education ==


Dougan attended the [[University of Chicago]], where he earned a Bachelor of Arts degree. He subsequently enrolled at the [[University of Chicago Booth School of Business]], one of the nation's leading business schools, where he completed a Master of Business Administration (MBA).<ref name="cs_cv">{{cite web |title=Brady W. Dougan — Curriculum Vitae |url=https://web.archive.org/web/20140626140524/https://www.credit-suisse.com/governance/en/pop_s_cv_dougan.jsp |publisher=Credit Suisse |date= |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref> The University of Chicago Booth School of Business is known for its emphasis on quantitative analysis and financial theory, and Dougan's education there provided the analytical foundation for his subsequent career in derivatives trading and investment banking. His academic background at Chicago, with its strong ties to financial economics, would prove instrumental in shaping his approach to risk management and banking strategy throughout his career.<ref name="yale_interview">{{cite web |title=Interview with Brady Dougan |url=https://som.yale.edu/blog/interview-with-brady-dougan |publisher=Yale School of Management |date=December 28, 2013 |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref>
Dougan earned a [[Bachelor of Arts]] degree from the [[University of Chicago]].<ref name="cs-cv" /> He subsequently obtained a [[Master of Business Administration]] from the [[University of Chicago Booth School of Business]], one of the world's top-ranked business schools, known for its emphasis on quantitative analysis and free-market economics.<ref name="cs-cv" /><ref name="yale-interview">{{cite web |title=Interview with Brady Dougan |url=https://som.yale.edu/blog/interview-with-brady-dougan |publisher=Yale School of Management |date=2013-12-28 |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref> The Booth School's curriculum, with its strong grounding in finance, economics, and analytical reasoning, provided Dougan with the intellectual framework that he would apply throughout his career in investment banking and financial services. His dual degrees from the University of Chicago positioned him well for entry into the highly competitive world of Wall Street and global finance.
 
Dougan has also been listed as a donor to [[Vanderbilt University]], suggesting a philanthropic connection to the Nashville-based institution, though the nature of this relationship has not been extensively documented.<ref>{{cite web |title=Vanderbilt University Giving – Donors |url=https://web.archive.org/web/20131106084702/https://giving.vanderbilt.edu/givingdonors.php?s=UG&l=1 |publisher=Vanderbilt University |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref>


== Career ==
== Career ==


=== Early Career and Rise at Credit Suisse ===
=== Early Career at Credit Suisse ===


After completing his MBA, Dougan entered the financial services industry. He joined Credit Suisse First Boston (CSFB), the investment banking arm of Credit Suisse, where he built his career primarily in the derivatives and trading businesses.<ref name="cs_cv" /> Over the course of the 1990s and early 2000s, Dougan rose steadily through the ranks of the investment banking division. His expertise in derivatives and structured products positioned him as a key figure within the firm's trading operations.<ref name="bloomberg_quiet" />
Dougan joined [[Credit Suisse First Boston]] (CSFB), the investment banking arm of Credit Suisse, and spent more than two decades at the firm, rising steadily through its ranks.<ref name="bloomberg-quiet">{{cite news |date=2007-02-20 |title=Dougan, Quiet American, Wins Credit Suisse Job Mack Missed |url=https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2007-02-20/dougan-quiet-american-wins-credit-suisse-job-mack-missed |work=Bloomberg News |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref> His career at the firm was rooted in the investment banking and trading divisions, where he built a reputation for his deep understanding of complex financial products and risk management. A 2007 Bloomberg News profile described Dougan as a "quiet American" who had methodically advanced within the Swiss institution, a path that stood in contrast to the more flamboyant personalities that often characterized Wall Street leadership during that era.<ref name="bloomberg-quiet" />


Bloomberg News, in a 2007 profile, described Dougan as a "quiet American" who had methodically built his career within Credit Suisse's investment banking operations. His ascent was characterized by a focus on the technical and quantitative aspects of banking rather than on the more public-facing dimensions of corporate leadership.<ref name="bloomberg_quiet" /> By 2003, Dougan had risen to become a member of the Executive Board of Credit Suisse Group, signaling his emergence as one of the firm's most senior leaders.<ref name="yale_interview" />
Dougan's rise was particularly notable because Credit Suisse, as one of Switzerland's two largest banking institutions (alongside [[UBS]]), had traditionally been led by Swiss or European executives. His ascent to the upper echelons of the firm represented a departure from this convention and reflected the increasingly global and, in particular, American-influenced character of the investment banking operations that had become central to the firm's strategy and revenue generation.


Dougan served as CEO of Credit Suisse's Investment Banking division, overseeing the firm's global securities and trading businesses. He also served as acting CEO of Credit Suisse Americas, responsible for the bank's operations across the Western Hemisphere.<ref name="cs_cv" /> These roles gave him broad oversight of the firm's most significant revenue-generating activities and positioned him as a leading candidate for the top job at the parent company.
Prior to becoming group CEO, Dougan held several senior positions within Credit Suisse. He served as CEO of the Investment Banking division, overseeing the bank's global securities, trading, and advisory businesses.<ref name="cs-cv" /> He also served as acting CEO of Credit Suisse Americas, responsible for the bank's operations across North and South America.<ref name="cs-cv" /> Dougan became a member of the Credit Suisse Executive Board in 2003, placing him among the most senior leaders of the entire group.<ref name="yale-interview" />


=== Appointment as CEO of Credit Suisse ===
=== Appointment as Group CEO ===


In 2007, Dougan was appointed chief executive officer of Credit Suisse Group, succeeding Oswald Grübel. The appointment was notable for several reasons. Dougan was an American leading a Swiss institution with deep roots in Zurich's banking establishment, a choice that the ''European CEO'' publication described as "a calculated risk" for the firm.<ref name="europeanceo" /> Bloomberg News noted that Dougan had won the position that John Mack, the prominent American banker who had previously led CSFB, had failed to secure years earlier.<ref name="bloomberg_quiet" />
In February 2007, Credit Suisse announced that Dougan would become the group's chief executive officer, succeeding [[Oswald Grübel]].<ref name="bloomberg-quiet" /> The appointment made Dougan the first American to lead Credit Suisse, a fact that attracted considerable attention in the Swiss financial press and among industry observers.<ref name="europeanceo">{{cite news |date=2014-11-18 |title=Brady Dougan |url=https://www.europeanceo.com/profiles/brady-dougan-credit-suisse/ |work=European CEO |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref> A profile in ''European CEO'' noted that in choosing Dougan, Credit Suisse "was certainly taking a calculated risk" given that "he hails from America" rather than from within the traditional Swiss banking establishment.<ref name="europeanceo" />


Dougan's appointment came at a pivotal moment in global finance. The subprime mortgage crisis was beginning to unfold in the United States, and the broader financial system was entering a period of extreme stress that would culminate in the 2007–2008 global financial crisis. As the new CEO, Dougan was immediately confronted with the challenge of navigating Credit Suisse through one of the most severe financial downturns in modern history.<ref name="wsj_departure">{{cite news |title=Dougan, a Financial Crisis Survivor, Nears End of Tenure at Credit Suisse |url=https://www.wsj.com/articles/dougan-a-financial-crisis-survivor-nears-end-of-tenure-at-credit-suisse-1426005332 |work=The Wall Street Journal |date=March 10, 2015 |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref>
The decision to appoint Dougan was also viewed through the lens of Credit Suisse's strategic direction. Under Grübel, the bank had already moved to more tightly integrate its investment banking and private banking operations. Dougan, with his deep roots in the investment banking side of the business, was seen as a leader who would continue to champion the role of securities and trading within the broader group.


=== Navigating the Financial Crisis ===
=== The Financial Crisis ===


Credit Suisse, under Dougan's leadership, emerged from the 2007–2008 financial crisis in comparatively better shape than many of its global peers. Unlike its Swiss rival [[UBS]], which required a government bailout, and unlike several major American investment banks that either failed or were acquired under duress, Credit Suisse avoided taking direct government rescue funds during the crisis.<ref name="wsj_departure" /> The ''Wall Street Journal'' described Dougan as "a financial crisis survivor," noting that his stewardship during the downturn was one of the defining aspects of his tenure.<ref name="wsj_departure" />
Dougan's first major test as CEO came almost immediately with the onset of the [[2007–2008 financial crisis]]. Unlike several of its competitors, including UBS, which required a government bailout, Credit Suisse navigated the crisis without requiring direct state financial assistance.<ref name="wsj-survivor">{{cite news |date=2015-03-11 |title=Dougan, a Financial-Crisis Survivor, Nears End of Tenure at Credit Suisse |url=https://www.wsj.com/articles/dougan-a-financial-crisis-survivor-nears-end-of-tenure-at-credit-suisse-1426005332 |work=The Wall Street Journal |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref> ''The Wall Street Journal'' characterized Dougan as "a Financial-Crisis Survivor," noting that his leadership during the turbulent period was one of the defining features of his tenure.<ref name="wsj-survivor" />


The bank's relative resilience during the crisis was attributed in part to decisions made under Dougan's watch regarding risk management and the firm's exposure to toxic mortgage-related assets. While Credit Suisse did suffer significant losses, its capital position remained strong enough to avoid the kind of existential threat faced by other major financial institutions during the period.<ref name="wsj_departure" />
The bank's relative resilience during the crisis was attributed in part to decisions made under Dougan's leadership to reduce exposure to certain categories of toxic assets, particularly in the subprime mortgage market, earlier and more aggressively than some peers. However, Credit Suisse was not entirely unscathed; the bank recorded significant writedowns and losses on structured products, and its stock price declined substantially along with those of other major global banks during 2008 and 2009.


=== The "One Bank" Strategy ===
=== The "One Bank" Strategy ===


A central element of Dougan's strategic vision for Credit Suisse was what became known as the "One Bank" strategy. This approach sought to integrate the firm's investment banking and wealth management operations more closely, creating synergies between the two businesses and offering clients a more comprehensive range of services.<ref name="institutional_investor">{{cite news |title=Brady Dougan Holds Course at Credit Suisse Despite Tough Markets |url=https://www.institutionalinvestor.com/article/2bsv3sneiy64pb51b1xq8/portfolio/brady-dougan-holds-course-at-credit-suisse-despite-tough-markets |work=Institutional Investor |date=February 9, 2015 |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref>
A central element of Dougan's leadership at Credit Suisse was the so-called "One Bank" strategy, which sought to integrate the firm's investment banking and wealth management operations more closely. The rationale was that by combining the capabilities of both divisions, the bank could offer a more comprehensive suite of services to its clients, particularly ultra-high-net-worth individuals and institutional investors, while also creating cross-selling opportunities and operational efficiencies.<ref name="institutional-investor">{{cite news |date=2015-02-09 |title=Brady Dougan Holds Course at Credit Suisse Despite Tough Markets |url=https://www.institutionalinvestor.com/article/2bsv3sneiy64pb51b1xq8/portfolio/brady-dougan-holds-course-at-credit-suisse-despite-tough-markets |work=Institutional Investor |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref>
 
As reported by ''Institutional Investor'' in February 2015, Dougan "holds course" with the One Bank strategy even amid tough market conditions and new capital requirements that posed what the publication described as "his toughest challenge yet."<ref name="institutional_investor" /> The strategy reflected Dougan's belief that the combination of investment banking capabilities with private banking and wealth management would create a competitive advantage for Credit Suisse in the post-crisis financial landscape.


The One Bank approach was not without its critics. Some analysts and investors questioned whether the integration of the two businesses was delivering the expected returns, particularly as the regulatory environment for global banks became increasingly stringent in the years following the financial crisis. New capital rules imposed by Swiss regulators and international bodies required banks to hold substantially more capital against their trading and lending activities, placing pressure on the returns generated by investment banking operations.<ref name="institutional_investor" />
''Institutional Investor'' reported in February 2015 that Dougan continued to "hold course" on the One Bank strategy despite challenging market conditions and increasing regulatory headwinds, particularly new capital requirements that posed significant challenges to the bank's business model.<ref name="institutional-investor" /> The article noted that Dougan "sticks to the One Bank strategy of investment banking and wealth management as new capital rules pose his toughest challenge yet."<ref name="institutional-investor" />


=== Regulatory Challenges and the U.S. Tax Evasion Case ===
The strategy was not without its critics. Some analysts and investors questioned whether the investment banking operations, with their inherent volatility and capital intensity, were compatible with the steadier, fee-based revenue streams of wealth management. Others argued that the regulatory environment following the financial crisis, including higher capital requirements under [[Basel III]] and increased scrutiny from regulators worldwide, made the integrated model less attractive than it had been in previous decades.


Dougan's tenure as CEO was significantly marked by a major regulatory and legal challenge involving allegations that Credit Suisse had helped American clients evade U.S. taxes. The case drew intense scrutiny from U.S. lawmakers and regulators and became one of the most high-profile tax enforcement actions against a foreign bank.
=== Regulatory and Legal Challenges ===


In May 2014, Credit Suisse pleaded guilty to criminal charges of helping American clients hide money from the Internal Revenue Service, becoming the largest bank in decades to plead guilty to a criminal charge in the United States. The bank agreed to pay approximately $2.6 billion in fines and penalties. Dougan appeared before U.S. Senate committees during the investigation, facing pointed questioning from legislators about the bank's practices.<ref name="wsj_departure" /><ref name="bloomberg_timeline" />
Dougan's tenure was also marked by a number of regulatory and legal challenges. Credit Suisse faced investigations and legal proceedings related to its cross-border banking activities, particularly involving American clients. In May 2014, Credit Suisse pleaded guilty to a criminal charge of conspiracy to aid tax evasion by U.S. taxpayers and agreed to pay approximately $2.6 billion in penalties to U.S. authorities. The case was one of the largest tax-related enforcement actions against a financial institution and drew significant public and political attention.


The tax evasion case cast a shadow over Dougan's otherwise notable record of navigating the bank through the financial crisis. While Dougan remained in his position through the resolution of the case, the episode contributed to broader questions about whether new leadership was needed at the firm.<ref name="bloomberg_timeline" />
These legal difficulties were a persistent source of pressure on Dougan throughout the latter years of his tenure. The tax evasion case, in particular, raised questions about the corporate culture at the bank and the degree to which senior management had been aware of or complicit in the activities under investigation.


=== Departure from Credit Suisse ===
=== Departure from Credit Suisse ===


On March 10, 2015, Credit Suisse announced that Dougan would be stepping down as CEO and would be replaced by [[Tidjane Thiam]], who was then serving as the CEO of [[Prudential plc]].<ref name="guardian">{{cite news |title=Prudential's Tidjane Thiam to take top role at Credit Suisse |url=https://www.theguardian.com/business/2015/mar/10/prudentials-tidjane-thiam-to-take-top-role-at-credit-suisse |work=The Guardian |date=March 10, 2015 |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref><ref name="wsj_replacement">{{cite news |title=Credit Suisse to Name Replacement for Brady Dougan as CEO |url=https://www.wsj.com/articles/credit-suisse-to-name-replacement-for-ceo-brady-dougan-1425941317 |work=The Wall Street Journal |date=March 9, 2015 |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref> The transition was set to take effect in June 2015. ''The Wall Street Journal'' reported on the impending change on March 9, 2015, and ''The Guardian'' confirmed the appointment of Thiam the following day.<ref name="guardian" /><ref name="wsj_replacement" />
On March 10, 2015, Credit Suisse announced that Dougan would be succeeded as CEO by [[Tidjane Thiam]], who was at the time serving as the chief executive of [[Prudential plc]], the British insurance and financial services company.<ref name="guardian" /><ref name="wsj-replacement">{{cite news |date=2015-03-09 |title=Credit Suisse to Name Replacement for Brady Dougan as CEO |url=https://www.wsj.com/articles/credit-suisse-to-name-replacement-for-ceo-brady-dougan-1425941317 |work=The Wall Street Journal |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref> The transition was planned for June 2015.<ref name="guardian" /> Bloomberg News published a detailed timeline of Dougan's career at Credit Suisse upon the announcement of his departure, chronicling his rise from the trading floors of CSFB to the corner office in Zurich.<ref name="bloomberg-timeline" />


Bloomberg News published a timeline of Dougan's career at Credit Suisse, documenting the trajectory of his "climb up a Swiss peak" and the circumstances of its conclusion.<ref name="bloomberg_timeline" /> Dougan attended his final annual shareholder meeting as CEO in Zurich on April 24, 2015, before formally handing over the reins to Thiam.<ref name="reuters_agm">{{cite web |title=Departing CEO Dougan of Swiss bank Credit Suisse attends the annual shareholder meeting in Zurich |url=https://www.reutersconnect.com/item/departing-ceo-dougan-of-swiss-bank-credit-suisse-attends-the-annual-shareholder-meeting-in-zurich/dGFnOnJldXRlcnMuY29tLDIwMTU6bmV3c21sX0xSMkVCNE8wUlpKUlU |publisher=Reuters Connect |date=April 24, 2015 |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref>
Dougan's departure came at a time when Credit Suisse, like many European banks, was grappling with a challenging operating environment characterized by low interest rates, increased regulatory capital requirements, and ongoing legal costs. His successor, Thiam, was tasked with reshaping the bank's strategy, ultimately announcing a pivot toward wealth management in Asia and a downsizing of the investment banking operations that had been central to Dougan's vision.


Dougan's departure came after eight years as CEO, a relatively long tenure by the standards of major global bank chief executives. His time at the helm spanned a period of extraordinary change in the global banking industry, including the financial crisis, sweeping regulatory reform, and a fundamental restructuring of how large banks operate and are supervised.<ref name="wsj_departure" />
A Reuters photograph from the Credit Suisse annual shareholder meeting on April 24, 2015, captured Dougan in attendance as the departing CEO, marking one of his final public appearances in the role.<ref>{{cite web |title=Departing CEO Dougan of Swiss bank Credit Suisse attends the annual shareholder meeting in Zurich |url=https://www.reutersconnect.com/item/departing-ceo-dougan-of-swiss-bank-credit-suisse-attends-the-annual-shareholder-meeting-in-zurich/dGFnOnJldXRlcnMuY29tLDIwMTU6bmV3c21sX0xSMkVCNE8wUlpKUlU |publisher=Reuters Connect |date=2015-04-24 |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref>


=== Post-Credit Suisse: Exos Financial ===
=== Post-Credit Suisse: Exos Financial ===


After leaving Credit Suisse, Dougan became the CEO of Exos Financial, a financial technology company that aimed to use technology to reshape aspects of investment banking. The venture represented Dougan's attempt to apply his decades of experience in traditional banking to the emerging fintech sector.<ref name="finews" />
Following his departure from Credit Suisse, Dougan turned his attention to financial technology. He became the CEO of Exos Financial, a venture that sought to apply technology to disrupt and modernize aspects of the investment banking process.<ref name="finews" /> The initiative was reported to have been driven by Dougan's ambition to "shake up investment banking" through digital innovation and new business models.<ref name="finews" />
 
However, a June 2023 report by finews.com described the venture under the headline "Brady Dougan's Shattered Dream," reporting that the plan "does not seem to be working out" and noting challenges related to compensation, employees, and the decline of the [[SPAC]] boom that had initially provided a favorable market environment for such ventures.<ref name="finews" /> The report suggested that Dougan's post-Credit Suisse ambitions had encountered significant headwinds in an increasingly difficult market for financial technology startups.


However, as reported by finews.com in June 2023, Dougan's ambitions at Exos Financial faced significant challenges. The publication described his post-Credit Suisse venture as a "shattered dream," noting that his plan to "shake up investment banking" through the fintech firm did not appear to be working out as envisioned. The article cited issues related to compensation, employees, and the broader downturn in the SPAC (special purpose acquisition company) market, which had previously fueled much of the fintech investment boom.<ref name="finews" />
Dougan has also been recorded as holding corporate directorships following his departure from Credit Suisse, as documented in UK company filings.<ref>{{cite web |title=Brady Dougan – Officer Appointments |url=https://find-and-update.company-information.service.gov.uk/officers/Sp-uLoSU_Oqu104nJCXD-Bs6JzE/appointments |publisher=UK Companies House |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref>


== Personal Life ==
== Personal Life ==


Dougan has two children.<ref name="cs_cv" /> He has been a resident of Connecticut during much of his career. His personal life became the subject of public attention due to a high-profile divorce case that was litigated in Connecticut courts. The case attracted legal commentary for the issues it raised regarding the enforcement of divorce settlement agreements. The ''Stamford Advocate'' reported on the proceedings, which were heard by Connecticut courts.<ref name="stamford">{{cite news |title=Conn. court hears Credit Suisse CEO's divorce case |url=https://www.stamfordadvocate.com/business/article/conn-court-hears-credit-suisse-ceo-s-divorce-case-1142284.php |work=Stamford Advocate |date= |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref> The case was later addressed by the Connecticut Court of Appeals.<ref name="findlaw_caselaw">{{cite web |title=Brady Dougan Divorce — Connecticut Court of Appeals |url=https://caselaw.findlaw.com/court/ct-court-of-appeals/1154160.html |publisher=FindLaw |date= |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref>
Brady Dougan has two children.<ref name="cs-cv" /> He resided in [[Connecticut]] during much of his career at Credit Suisse, commuting between the United States and the bank's headquarters in [[Zurich]], Switzerland.<ref name="stamford">{{cite news |title=Conn. court hears Credit Suisse CEO's divorce case |url=https://www.stamfordadvocate.com/business/article/conn-court-hears-credit-suisse-ceo-s-divorce-case-1142284.php |work=Stamford Advocate |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref>


FindLaw published an analysis of the Dougan divorce case in March 2019, using it as a cautionary example about the importance of properly structuring divorce settlement agreements. The publication described the case as one that "falls under the category of 'it can happen to anyone'" while also characterizing it as "a cautionary tale" for individuals negotiating complex financial arrangements in divorce proceedings.<ref name="findlaw_blog">{{cite web |title=The Brady Dougan Divorce Case: Getting Divorce Settlement Agreements Right |url=https://www.findlaw.com/legalblogs/law-and-life/the-brady-dougan-divorce-case-getting-divorce-settlement-agreements-right/ |publisher=FindLaw |date=March 21, 2019 |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref>
Dougan's divorce proceedings became a matter of public record and legal commentary. The ''Stamford Advocate'' reported on a Connecticut court hearing related to the divorce case of the Credit Suisse CEO.<ref name="stamford" /> The case was further examined in Connecticut appellate court proceedings, as documented in published case law.<ref>{{cite web |title=Dougan v. Dougan |url=https://caselaw.findlaw.com/court/ct-court-of-appeals/1154160.html |publisher=FindLaw |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref> A 2019 FindLaw blog post used the Dougan divorce case as a cautionary example about the importance of properly drafting divorce settlement agreements, noting that "this probably falls under the category of 'it can happen to anyone' but is also intended as a cautionary tale."<ref>{{cite web |title=The Brady Dougan Divorce Case: Getting Divorce Settlement Agreements Right |url=https://www.findlaw.com/legalblogs/law-and-life/the-brady-dougan-divorce-case-getting-divorce-settlement-agreements-right/ |publisher=FindLaw |date=2019-03-21 |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref>


Dougan has also been noted as a donor to Vanderbilt University.<ref name="vanderbilt">{{cite web |title=Vanderbilt University Giving — Donors |url=https://web.archive.org/web/20131106084702/https://giving.vanderbilt.edu/givingdonors.php?s=UG&l=1 |publisher=Vanderbilt University |date= |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref>
Dougan maintained a relatively low public profile compared to many of his peers leading major global financial institutions, a characteristic noted in multiple profiles. Bloomberg News described him as a "quiet American" upon his appointment as Credit Suisse CEO in 2007.<ref name="bloomberg-quiet" />


== Recognition ==
== Recognition ==


Dougan's leadership of Credit Suisse through the 2007–2008 financial crisis, during which the bank avoided a government bailout, was noted as one of the distinguishing achievements of his career. The ''Wall Street Journal'' characterized him as "a financial crisis survivor" in its coverage of his departure from the bank, underscoring the significance of having guided Credit Suisse through the downturn without recourse to public funds.<ref name="wsj_departure" />
Dougan's leadership of Credit Suisse brought him to prominence within the global financial services industry. His role as the first American to serve as CEO of Credit Suisse was itself a notable distinction in the history of Swiss banking. His stewardship of the bank through the 2007–2008 financial crisis without the need for a government bailout was frequently cited as one of the most significant accomplishments of his tenure.<ref name="wsj-survivor" />
 
In 2014, ''European CEO'' profiled Dougan, noting the significance of his appointment as an American leading a major Swiss banking institution and examining his record during a period of substantial change in the global financial industry.<ref name="europeanceo" />


Dougan was interviewed by the Yale School of Management in December 2013, where he discussed his leadership philosophy and the strategic direction of Credit Suisse. The interview reflected his standing within the global banking community during his tenure as CEO.<ref name="yale_interview" />
In 2009, Dougan participated as a speaker at the [[St. Gallen Symposium]], one of the world's leading forums for dialogue between leaders from business, politics, and academia, held annually at the [[University of St. Gallen]] in Switzerland. His participation reflected his standing as a leading figure in global finance during a period of intense public debate about the future of the banking industry in the aftermath of the financial crisis.


His participation at major international forums also reflected his prominence in global finance. He was a speaker at the St. Gallen Symposium, an annual event in Switzerland that convenes leaders from business, government, and academia.<ref name="europeanceo" />
Dougan was also featured in interviews and profiles by major financial media outlets throughout his tenure, including ''The Wall Street Journal'', Bloomberg News, ''Institutional Investor'', ''European CEO'', and the Yale School of Management's leadership interview series.<ref name="wsj-survivor" /><ref name="bloomberg-quiet" /><ref name="institutional-investor" /><ref name="europeanceo" /><ref name="yale-interview" />


== Legacy ==
== Legacy ==


Brady Dougan's legacy in the banking industry is shaped primarily by his eight-year tenure as CEO of Credit Suisse during one of the most turbulent periods in modern financial history. His stewardship of the bank through the 2007–2008 financial crisis — during which Credit Suisse avoided both a government bailout and a forced merger, unlike several of its global peers — remains one of the most frequently cited aspects of his career.<ref name="wsj_departure" />
Brady Dougan's legacy is closely intertwined with the trajectory of Credit Suisse during a transformative period in global banking. His eight-year tenure as CEO, from 2007 to 2015, encompassed the most severe financial crisis since the [[Great Depression]], a fundamental reshaping of the regulatory landscape for global banks, and an era in which the viability of the universal banking model — combining investment banking with wealth management — was persistently questioned.


The "One Bank" strategy that Dougan championed, integrating investment banking with wealth management, represented a strategic vision that influenced the direction of Credit Suisse for years after his departure. While the strategy faced challenges related to changing capital requirements and market conditions, it reflected a broader industry trend of major banks seeking to diversify their revenue streams in the post-crisis era.<ref name="institutional_investor" />
Dougan's decision to navigate the 2007–2008 crisis without seeking government assistance placed Credit Suisse in a distinct category among major European and American banks, many of which required bailouts or emergency capital injections. ''The Wall Street Journal'' noted that this crisis survival was a defining element of his leadership.<ref name="wsj-survivor" /> At the same time, the legal and regulatory challenges that emerged during his tenure, including the bank's guilty plea on U.S. tax evasion charges, represented significant blemishes that tempered assessments of his overall record.


However, Dougan's legacy is also inseparable from the controversies that marked his tenure, particularly the U.S. tax evasion case that resulted in Credit Suisse's guilty plea and billions of dollars in fines. The case raised fundamental questions about the culture of Swiss banking secrecy and the responsibilities of bank leaders in overseeing compliance with international tax laws.<ref name="bloomberg_timeline" />
The "One Bank" strategy that Dougan championed shaped Credit Suisse's organizational structure and strategic direction for years, though his successor, Tidjane Thiam, ultimately moved to rebalance the bank's business mix more heavily toward wealth management and away from the investment banking emphasis that Dougan had favored.<ref name="institutional-investor" /><ref name="guardian" />


Credit Suisse itself would face further difficulties in the years after Dougan's departure, culminating in a crisis of confidence and the bank's acquisition by UBS in March 2023. While these events occurred well after Dougan's tenure, commentators have examined the degree to which decisions made during his leadership period contributed to the longer-term trajectory of the institution.<ref name="lemonde">{{cite news |title=Après le rachat de Credit Suisse par UBS, la place financière helvétique en pleine crise de confiance |url=https://www.lemonde.fr/economie/article/2023/03/21/apres-le-rachat-de-credit-suisse-par-ubs-la-place-financiere-helvetique-en-pleine-crise-de-confiance_6166350_3234.html |work=Le Monde |date=March 21, 2023 |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref>
Credit Suisse itself would face further challenges after Dougan's departure, culminating in a period of acute crisis in 2022 and 2023 that led to the bank's emergency acquisition by UBS in March 2023. While these events occurred well after Dougan's tenure, the broader questions about the bank's strategic direction, risk culture, and regulatory standing that surfaced during and after his leadership period remained subjects of discussion in the financial press.<ref>{{cite news |date=2023-03-21 |title=Après le rachat de Credit Suisse par UBS, la place financière helvétique en pleine crise de confiance |url=https://www.lemonde.fr/economie/article/2023/03/21/apres-le-rachat-de-credit-suisse-par-ubs-la-place-financiere-helvetique-en-pleine-crise-de-confiance_6166350_3234.html |work=Le Monde |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref>


Dougan's subsequent move to Exos Financial represented an effort to apply traditional banking expertise to the fintech sector, though the venture faced significant headwinds as the broader financial technology landscape contracted from its pandemic-era highs.<ref name="finews" />
Dougan's post-Credit Suisse venture into financial technology with Exos Financial represented an attempt to apply the lessons and connections of a career in traditional banking to the rapidly evolving fintech landscape, though the venture's struggles, as reported by finews.com in 2023, underscored the difficulties inherent in transitioning from leading an established global institution to building a new enterprise in a volatile market environment.<ref name="finews" />


== References ==
== References ==

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Brady W. Dougan
BornBrady William Dougan
30 08, 1959
BirthplaceUrbana, Illinois, U.S.
NationalityAmerican
OccupationBanker, business executive
Known forCEO of Credit Suisse (2007–2015)
Children2

Brady William Dougan (born August 30, 1959) is an American banker and business executive who served as the chief executive officer of Credit Suisse, one of the world's largest and most prominent financial institutions, from 2007 to 2015. Born in Urbana, Illinois, Dougan rose through the ranks of Credit Suisse's investment banking division over a career spanning more than two decades at the firm, ultimately becoming the first American to lead the Swiss banking giant. His tenure as CEO was marked by the challenges of navigating the 2007–2008 financial crisis, the implementation of a strategy integrating investment banking with wealth management, and ongoing regulatory and legal scrutiny related to the bank's cross-border banking activities. In March 2015, Credit Suisse announced that Tidjane Thiam, then the CEO of Prudential plc, would succeed Dougan as chief executive.[1] Following his departure from Credit Suisse, Dougan went on to lead Exos Financial, a financial technology venture aimed at disrupting aspects of the investment banking industry.[2]

Early Life

Brady William Dougan was born on August 30, 1959, in Urbana, Illinois, a university city in the east-central part of the state, home to the University of Illinois at Urbana–Champaign.[3] Details regarding Dougan's parents and family background during his childhood years remain largely outside the public record. Growing up in the Midwest, Dougan would go on to pursue higher education at the University of Chicago, one of the nation's leading research universities, located on the South Side of Chicago.[4]

Little has been publicly documented about Dougan's early interests or formative experiences prior to his university years. What is known is that he pursued both his undergraduate and graduate studies at the University of Chicago, suggesting an early and sustained interest in the rigorous analytical and economic traditions for which the institution is known. His educational path at Chicago would prove foundational to his subsequent career in finance and banking.

Education

Dougan earned a Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of Chicago.[4] He subsequently obtained a Master of Business Administration from the University of Chicago Booth School of Business, one of the world's top-ranked business schools, known for its emphasis on quantitative analysis and free-market economics.[4][5] The Booth School's curriculum, with its strong grounding in finance, economics, and analytical reasoning, provided Dougan with the intellectual framework that he would apply throughout his career in investment banking and financial services. His dual degrees from the University of Chicago positioned him well for entry into the highly competitive world of Wall Street and global finance.

Dougan has also been listed as a donor to Vanderbilt University, suggesting a philanthropic connection to the Nashville-based institution, though the nature of this relationship has not been extensively documented.[6]

Career

Early Career at Credit Suisse

Dougan joined Credit Suisse First Boston (CSFB), the investment banking arm of Credit Suisse, and spent more than two decades at the firm, rising steadily through its ranks.[7] His career at the firm was rooted in the investment banking and trading divisions, where he built a reputation for his deep understanding of complex financial products and risk management. A 2007 Bloomberg News profile described Dougan as a "quiet American" who had methodically advanced within the Swiss institution, a path that stood in contrast to the more flamboyant personalities that often characterized Wall Street leadership during that era.[7]

Dougan's rise was particularly notable because Credit Suisse, as one of Switzerland's two largest banking institutions (alongside UBS), had traditionally been led by Swiss or European executives. His ascent to the upper echelons of the firm represented a departure from this convention and reflected the increasingly global and, in particular, American-influenced character of the investment banking operations that had become central to the firm's strategy and revenue generation.

Prior to becoming group CEO, Dougan held several senior positions within Credit Suisse. He served as CEO of the Investment Banking division, overseeing the bank's global securities, trading, and advisory businesses.[4] He also served as acting CEO of Credit Suisse Americas, responsible for the bank's operations across North and South America.[4] Dougan became a member of the Credit Suisse Executive Board in 2003, placing him among the most senior leaders of the entire group.[5]

Appointment as Group CEO

In February 2007, Credit Suisse announced that Dougan would become the group's chief executive officer, succeeding Oswald Grübel.[7] The appointment made Dougan the first American to lead Credit Suisse, a fact that attracted considerable attention in the Swiss financial press and among industry observers.[8] A profile in European CEO noted that in choosing Dougan, Credit Suisse "was certainly taking a calculated risk" given that "he hails from America" rather than from within the traditional Swiss banking establishment.[8]

The decision to appoint Dougan was also viewed through the lens of Credit Suisse's strategic direction. Under Grübel, the bank had already moved to more tightly integrate its investment banking and private banking operations. Dougan, with his deep roots in the investment banking side of the business, was seen as a leader who would continue to champion the role of securities and trading within the broader group.

The Financial Crisis

Dougan's first major test as CEO came almost immediately with the onset of the 2007–2008 financial crisis. Unlike several of its competitors, including UBS, which required a government bailout, Credit Suisse navigated the crisis without requiring direct state financial assistance.[9] The Wall Street Journal characterized Dougan as "a Financial-Crisis Survivor," noting that his leadership during the turbulent period was one of the defining features of his tenure.[9]

The bank's relative resilience during the crisis was attributed in part to decisions made under Dougan's leadership to reduce exposure to certain categories of toxic assets, particularly in the subprime mortgage market, earlier and more aggressively than some peers. However, Credit Suisse was not entirely unscathed; the bank recorded significant writedowns and losses on structured products, and its stock price declined substantially along with those of other major global banks during 2008 and 2009.

The "One Bank" Strategy

A central element of Dougan's leadership at Credit Suisse was the so-called "One Bank" strategy, which sought to integrate the firm's investment banking and wealth management operations more closely. The rationale was that by combining the capabilities of both divisions, the bank could offer a more comprehensive suite of services to its clients, particularly ultra-high-net-worth individuals and institutional investors, while also creating cross-selling opportunities and operational efficiencies.[10]

Institutional Investor reported in February 2015 that Dougan continued to "hold course" on the One Bank strategy despite challenging market conditions and increasing regulatory headwinds, particularly new capital requirements that posed significant challenges to the bank's business model.[10] The article noted that Dougan "sticks to the One Bank strategy of investment banking and wealth management as new capital rules pose his toughest challenge yet."[10]

The strategy was not without its critics. Some analysts and investors questioned whether the investment banking operations, with their inherent volatility and capital intensity, were compatible with the steadier, fee-based revenue streams of wealth management. Others argued that the regulatory environment following the financial crisis, including higher capital requirements under Basel III and increased scrutiny from regulators worldwide, made the integrated model less attractive than it had been in previous decades.

Regulatory and Legal Challenges

Dougan's tenure was also marked by a number of regulatory and legal challenges. Credit Suisse faced investigations and legal proceedings related to its cross-border banking activities, particularly involving American clients. In May 2014, Credit Suisse pleaded guilty to a criminal charge of conspiracy to aid tax evasion by U.S. taxpayers and agreed to pay approximately $2.6 billion in penalties to U.S. authorities. The case was one of the largest tax-related enforcement actions against a financial institution and drew significant public and political attention.

These legal difficulties were a persistent source of pressure on Dougan throughout the latter years of his tenure. The tax evasion case, in particular, raised questions about the corporate culture at the bank and the degree to which senior management had been aware of or complicit in the activities under investigation.

Departure from Credit Suisse

On March 10, 2015, Credit Suisse announced that Dougan would be succeeded as CEO by Tidjane Thiam, who was at the time serving as the chief executive of Prudential plc, the British insurance and financial services company.[1][11] The transition was planned for June 2015.[1] Bloomberg News published a detailed timeline of Dougan's career at Credit Suisse upon the announcement of his departure, chronicling his rise from the trading floors of CSFB to the corner office in Zurich.[3]

Dougan's departure came at a time when Credit Suisse, like many European banks, was grappling with a challenging operating environment characterized by low interest rates, increased regulatory capital requirements, and ongoing legal costs. His successor, Thiam, was tasked with reshaping the bank's strategy, ultimately announcing a pivot toward wealth management in Asia and a downsizing of the investment banking operations that had been central to Dougan's vision.

A Reuters photograph from the Credit Suisse annual shareholder meeting on April 24, 2015, captured Dougan in attendance as the departing CEO, marking one of his final public appearances in the role.[12]

Post-Credit Suisse: Exos Financial

Following his departure from Credit Suisse, Dougan turned his attention to financial technology. He became the CEO of Exos Financial, a venture that sought to apply technology to disrupt and modernize aspects of the investment banking process.[2] The initiative was reported to have been driven by Dougan's ambition to "shake up investment banking" through digital innovation and new business models.[2]

However, a June 2023 report by finews.com described the venture under the headline "Brady Dougan's Shattered Dream," reporting that the plan "does not seem to be working out" and noting challenges related to compensation, employees, and the decline of the SPAC boom that had initially provided a favorable market environment for such ventures.[2] The report suggested that Dougan's post-Credit Suisse ambitions had encountered significant headwinds in an increasingly difficult market for financial technology startups.

Dougan has also been recorded as holding corporate directorships following his departure from Credit Suisse, as documented in UK company filings.[13]

Personal Life

Brady Dougan has two children.[4] He resided in Connecticut during much of his career at Credit Suisse, commuting between the United States and the bank's headquarters in Zurich, Switzerland.[14]

Dougan's divorce proceedings became a matter of public record and legal commentary. The Stamford Advocate reported on a Connecticut court hearing related to the divorce case of the Credit Suisse CEO.[14] The case was further examined in Connecticut appellate court proceedings, as documented in published case law.[15] A 2019 FindLaw blog post used the Dougan divorce case as a cautionary example about the importance of properly drafting divorce settlement agreements, noting that "this probably falls under the category of 'it can happen to anyone' but is also intended as a cautionary tale."[16]

Dougan maintained a relatively low public profile compared to many of his peers leading major global financial institutions, a characteristic noted in multiple profiles. Bloomberg News described him as a "quiet American" upon his appointment as Credit Suisse CEO in 2007.[7]

Recognition

Dougan's leadership of Credit Suisse brought him to prominence within the global financial services industry. His role as the first American to serve as CEO of Credit Suisse was itself a notable distinction in the history of Swiss banking. His stewardship of the bank through the 2007–2008 financial crisis without the need for a government bailout was frequently cited as one of the most significant accomplishments of his tenure.[9]

In 2009, Dougan participated as a speaker at the St. Gallen Symposium, one of the world's leading forums for dialogue between leaders from business, politics, and academia, held annually at the University of St. Gallen in Switzerland. His participation reflected his standing as a leading figure in global finance during a period of intense public debate about the future of the banking industry in the aftermath of the financial crisis.

Dougan was also featured in interviews and profiles by major financial media outlets throughout his tenure, including The Wall Street Journal, Bloomberg News, Institutional Investor, European CEO, and the Yale School of Management's leadership interview series.[9][7][10][8][5]

Legacy

Brady Dougan's legacy is closely intertwined with the trajectory of Credit Suisse during a transformative period in global banking. His eight-year tenure as CEO, from 2007 to 2015, encompassed the most severe financial crisis since the Great Depression, a fundamental reshaping of the regulatory landscape for global banks, and an era in which the viability of the universal banking model — combining investment banking with wealth management — was persistently questioned.

Dougan's decision to navigate the 2007–2008 crisis without seeking government assistance placed Credit Suisse in a distinct category among major European and American banks, many of which required bailouts or emergency capital injections. The Wall Street Journal noted that this crisis survival was a defining element of his leadership.[9] At the same time, the legal and regulatory challenges that emerged during his tenure, including the bank's guilty plea on U.S. tax evasion charges, represented significant blemishes that tempered assessments of his overall record.

The "One Bank" strategy that Dougan championed shaped Credit Suisse's organizational structure and strategic direction for years, though his successor, Tidjane Thiam, ultimately moved to rebalance the bank's business mix more heavily toward wealth management and away from the investment banking emphasis that Dougan had favored.[10][1]

Credit Suisse itself would face further challenges after Dougan's departure, culminating in a period of acute crisis in 2022 and 2023 that led to the bank's emergency acquisition by UBS in March 2023. While these events occurred well after Dougan's tenure, the broader questions about the bank's strategic direction, risk culture, and regulatory standing that surfaced during and after his leadership period remained subjects of discussion in the financial press.[17]

Dougan's post-Credit Suisse venture into financial technology with Exos Financial represented an attempt to apply the lessons and connections of a career in traditional banking to the rapidly evolving fintech landscape, though the venture's struggles, as reported by finews.com in 2023, underscored the difficulties inherent in transitioning from leading an established global institution to building a new enterprise in a volatile market environment.[2]

References

  1. ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 1.3 "Prudential's Tidjane Thiam to take top role at Credit Suisse".The Guardian.2015-03-10.https://www.theguardian.com/business/2015/mar/10/prudentials-tidjane-thiam-to-take-top-role-at-credit-suisse.Retrieved 2026-02-24.
  2. ↑ 2.0 2.1 2.2 2.3 2.4 "Brady Dougan's Shattered Dream".finews.com.2023-06-16.https://www.finews.com/news/english-news/57845-exos-finacial-brady-dougan-compensation-employees-spac-boom.Retrieved 2026-02-24.
  3. ↑ 3.0 3.1 "How Brady Dougan's Climb Up a Swiss Peak Ended: Timeline".Bloomberg News.2015-03-10.https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2015-03-10/how-brady-dougan-s-climb-up-a-swiss-peak-ended-timeline.Retrieved 2026-02-24.
  4. ↑ 4.0 4.1 4.2 4.3 4.4 4.5 "Brady W. Dougan – Curriculum Vitae".Credit Suisse.https://web.archive.org/web/20140626140524/https://www.credit-suisse.com/governance/en/pop_s_cv_dougan.jsp.Retrieved 2026-02-24.
  5. ↑ 5.0 5.1 5.2 "Interview with Brady Dougan".Yale School of Management.2013-12-28.https://som.yale.edu/blog/interview-with-brady-dougan.Retrieved 2026-02-24.
  6. ↑ "Vanderbilt University Giving – Donors".Vanderbilt University.https://web.archive.org/web/20131106084702/https://giving.vanderbilt.edu/givingdonors.php?s=UG&l=1.Retrieved 2026-02-24.
  7. ↑ 7.0 7.1 7.2 7.3 7.4 "Dougan, Quiet American, Wins Credit Suisse Job Mack Missed".Bloomberg News.2007-02-20.https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2007-02-20/dougan-quiet-american-wins-credit-suisse-job-mack-missed.Retrieved 2026-02-24.
  8. ↑ 8.0 8.1 8.2 "Brady Dougan".European CEO.2014-11-18.https://www.europeanceo.com/profiles/brady-dougan-credit-suisse/.Retrieved 2026-02-24.
  9. ↑ 9.0 9.1 9.2 9.3 9.4 "Dougan, a Financial-Crisis Survivor, Nears End of Tenure at Credit Suisse".The Wall Street Journal.2015-03-11.https://www.wsj.com/articles/dougan-a-financial-crisis-survivor-nears-end-of-tenure-at-credit-suisse-1426005332.Retrieved 2026-02-24.
  10. ↑ 10.0 10.1 10.2 10.3 10.4 "Brady Dougan Holds Course at Credit Suisse Despite Tough Markets".Institutional Investor.2015-02-09.https://www.institutionalinvestor.com/article/2bsv3sneiy64pb51b1xq8/portfolio/brady-dougan-holds-course-at-credit-suisse-despite-tough-markets.Retrieved 2026-02-24.
  11. ↑ "Credit Suisse to Name Replacement for Brady Dougan as CEO".The Wall Street Journal.2015-03-09.https://www.wsj.com/articles/credit-suisse-to-name-replacement-for-ceo-brady-dougan-1425941317.Retrieved 2026-02-24.
  12. ↑ "Departing CEO Dougan of Swiss bank Credit Suisse attends the annual shareholder meeting in Zurich".Reuters Connect.2015-04-24.https://www.reutersconnect.com/item/departing-ceo-dougan-of-swiss-bank-credit-suisse-attends-the-annual-shareholder-meeting-in-zurich/dGFnOnJldXRlcnMuY29tLDIwMTU6bmV3c21sX0xSMkVCNE8wUlpKUlU.Retrieved 2026-02-24.
  13. ↑ "Brady Dougan – Officer Appointments".UK Companies House.https://find-and-update.company-information.service.gov.uk/officers/Sp-uLoSU_Oqu104nJCXD-Bs6JzE/appointments.Retrieved 2026-02-24.
  14. ↑ 14.0 14.1 "Conn. court hears Credit Suisse CEO's divorce case".Stamford Advocate.https://www.stamfordadvocate.com/business/article/conn-court-hears-credit-suisse-ceo-s-divorce-case-1142284.php.Retrieved 2026-02-24.
  15. ↑ "Dougan v. Dougan".FindLaw.https://caselaw.findlaw.com/court/ct-court-of-appeals/1154160.html.Retrieved 2026-02-24.
  16. ↑ "The Brady Dougan Divorce Case: Getting Divorce Settlement Agreements Right".FindLaw.2019-03-21.https://www.findlaw.com/legalblogs/law-and-life/the-brady-dougan-divorce-case-getting-divorce-settlement-agreements-right/.Retrieved 2026-02-24.
  17. ↑ "Après le rachat de Credit Suisse par UBS, la place financière helvétique en pleine crise de confiance".Le Monde.2023-03-21.https://www.lemonde.fr/economie/article/2023/03/21/apres-le-rachat-de-credit-suisse-par-ubs-la-place-financiere-helvetique-en-pleine-crise-de-confiance_6166350_3234.html.Retrieved 2026-02-24.

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