Goldman Sachs Expands its Footprint in Emerging Markets
The firm opens offices in several emerging markets in the 1990s, mirroring the expansion and integration of global financial markets.
Globalization , CultureThe Goldman Sachs culture values teamwork, client service and giving back to the communities we serve. It has been described as the foundation of the firm’s success.
The firm opens offices in several emerging markets in the 1990s, mirroring the expansion and integration of global financial markets.
Globalization , CultureIn 2019, Goldman Sachs expands hiring targets aimed at increasing the diversity profile of its people, recognizing the many benefits of a more inclusive workplace.
CultureIn 2007, Goldman Sachs launches a donor advised fund, Goldman Sachs Gives, to which partners recommend nonprofit organizations to receive grants.
Service , CultureThe firm opens an office in Zurich in 1974, its second in Europe.
Globalization , CultureA model of sustainability, the Bengaluru campus features clean energy sources and outdoor parkland.
Globalization , CultureFollowing Goldman Sachs’ initial public offering in 1999, the firm launches Pine Street, an innovative leadership development initiative that demonstrates the firm’s commitment to its history and to ensuring that its culture of leadership excellence remains a competitive advantage.
CultureIn 1993, Goldman Sachs opens its first onsite child care center at the company’s New York headquarters, providing crucial support for working parents.
CultureGoldman Sachs opens a Frankfurt office in 1990, strengthening its commitment to Germany and Europe.
Globalization , CultureIn 2010, Goldman Sachs initiates a comprehensive review of business principles and practices via the newly-formed Business Standards Committee.
Culture , ClientsAmong the new partners named in 1986 are Jeanette Loeb, the firm’s first woman partner; Garland Wood, the firm’s first black partner, and Fischer Black, a pioneer in quantitative risk management.
CultureAs Goldman Sachs reaches the 125-year milestone in 1994, the firm is a truly global enterprise, with 34 offices and a team of 9,000 around the world providing a wide range of services within and across borders.
Globalization , CultureIn 1999, the firm establishes the Goldman Sachs Foundation, a global philanthropic organization aimed at improving the academic performance and lifelong productivity of young people worldwide. Over time, its focus is refined to target local economic growth and opportunity through investing in entrepreneurship globally.
Service , CultureIn 1987, Goldman Sachs begins operations in Paris, its third office in Europe.
Globalization , CultureExpanding its global footprint, the firm opens an office in Tokyo, Japan in 1974, its first in Asia.
Globalization , CultureGoldman Sachs is named to Fortune’s list of “100 Best Companies to Work For” in 1998, the ranking’s inaugural year in the magazine.
CultureIn 2019, Goldman Sachs prepares to take occupancy of Plumtree Court. The firm’s new European headquarters brings three London offices together under one roof, with a focus on creating a space that fosters productivity and connectivity and achieving a BREEAM rating of Excellent for its sustainability.
Globalization , CultureGoldman Sachs launches 10,000 Small Businesses UK in 2010, seeking to boost lagging productivity by energizing small business growth and creating jobs in the United Kingdom.
Service , CultureOn October 16, 2001, the firm announces that it has expanded its seventh Business Principle to underscore the importance of building, supporting and leveraging a diverse and inclusive workforce at Goldman Sachs.
CultureIn early 1994, Goldman Sachs opens its first office in China. Officially opened in February, the firm’s Beijing office marks the beginning of a permanent presence in mainland China. In November, the firm opens a second office, in Shanghai.
Globalization , CultureIn 1979, John Whitehead commits to paper a set of 14 Business Principles that define Goldman Sachs and what it stands for.
CultureA century after its founding, Goldman Sachs enjoys a strong presence in block trading, corporate financing, security arbitrage, trading and underwriting of federal agencies securities, and municipal finance.
Globalization , CultureIn 1991, Goldman Sachs brings its London-based staff under a single roof in a new office building on Fleet Street in London that incorporates functional, collaborative work spaces and the latest technology. Peterborough Court will serve as the firm’s European headquarters for nearly three decades.
Globalization , CultureIn 2013, Goldman Sachs joins other business leaders and advocates in signing a friend of the court brief supporting marriage equality.
Leadership , CultureGoldman Sachs turns 75 in 1944 as World War II continues to engulf much of the globe and world leaders convene to plan for post-war governance, economic reconstruction, and financial stability.
Globalization , CultureGoldman Sachs opens an office in Hong Kong in 1983, recognizing the role of the port territory as a vital financial bridge for the entire Asian region.
Globalization , CultureGoldman Sachs turns 50 in 1919, the year the Treaty of Versailles is signed ending World War I and the world sees the first nonstop trans-Atlantic flight.
Globalization , CultureGoldman Sachs announces a US$500 million initiative in 2009 to help small businesses create jobs and drive economic growth through greater access to education, financial capital and business support services.
Service , CultureGoldman Sachs turns 25 during the US economic recession of the mid-1890s.
Globalization , CultureIn 1983, Goldman Sachs opens its newly constructed headquarters building at 85 Broad Street in New York City’s financial district.
CultureIn 1949, Sidney Weinberg gives a speech on the responsibilities of corporate directors before the Harvard Business School Club in Cleveland. His model for corporate directorship will be widely cited and emulated for decades.
Leadership , CultureGoldman Sachs opens offices in Boston and Chicago in 1900, thus becoming a national company.
Globalization , CultureIn 1970, Goldman Sachs opens its first international office on Goldsmith Street in London.
Globalization , CultureIn 1929, Goldman Sachs announces it will build a new 20-story headquarters at 30 Pine Street, the first-ever construction project by the firm.
CultureCommunity TeamWorks, the firm’s flagship volunteering initiative, is launched in 1997. The program gives employees a day off from work to participate in team-based projects with nonprofit organizations in the community.
Service , CultureAfter decades of impassioned debate, the partners of Goldman Sachs vote in 1998 to take the firm public the following year. The firm is among the last large financial institutions to do so.
Culture , ClientsIn 2004, the firm entered into a landmark public-private partnership with the Wildlife Conservation Society to establish the Karukinka Natural Park on the island of Tierra del Fuego, Chile.
Service , CultureOn November 29, 2005, Goldman Sachs breaks ground for its new, state-of-the-art headquarters at 200 West Street, consolidating all of the firm’s New York City people in one building and once again demonstrating its commitment to Lower Manhattan.
CultureGoldman Sachs launches 10,000 Women in 2008, a program dedicated to providing women in underserved communities around the world with a business and management education.
Service , CultureGoldman Sachs launches the Analyst Impact Fund in 2016, providing a creative, collaborative opportunity for the firm’s junior talent to compete with their peers for grants to benefit the nonprofit organizations of their choice.
Service , Culture