Corvinus Business Intelligence

In this episode of Corvinus Business Intelligence, we sit down with Bence Verasztó, Director at KPMG Hungary, to explore how data-driven decision-making is reshaping modern organizations. From breaking down data silos and enabling cultural shifts to leveraging geolocation analytics and AI, Bence shares insights drawn from over a decade of experience in the field. He also reflects on his personal career journey—from a Corvinus University student to leading KPMG’s data and automation team—and offers valuable advice to the next generation of data professionals. Plus, stick around for the “Proust Questionnaire” to discover the person behind the role. Corvinus Business Intelligence gratefully acknowledges the sponsorship of the Budapest Business Journal. The podcast/discussion was recorded at  March 2025

Veronika Špaňárová, Managing Director & Country Officer of Citi Hungary, joins CBI Co-Hosts Theodore S. Boone and Mai Linh Phạm to discuss Citi’s sustainability strategy, its commitment to net-zero goals, and how Citi Hungary supports local communities and economic growth in Hungary. Veronika also shares leadership insights, career advice for young professionals, and Citi’s vision for the future of responsible banking. Corvinus Business Intelligence gratefully acknowledges the sponsorship of the Budapest Business Journal. The podcast/discussion was recorded at the end of 2024. Citi Hungary celebrates its significant milestone in Hungary, the 40th anniversary of the franchise and the 20th anniversary of Citi Solutions Center Budapest in 2025.

Veronika Špaňárová, Managing Director & Country Officer of Citi Hungary, joins CBI Co-Hosts Theodore S. Boone and Mai Linh Phạm to explore Citi’s approach to innovation, the skills shaping the future of banking, and how internal mobility empowers employees. With 29 years of experience across multiple countries, Veronika shares her journey and how Citi fosters a culture of learning, teamwork, and career development. Corvinus Business Intelligence gratefully acknowledges the sponsorship of the Budapest Business Journal. The podcast/discussion was recorded at the end of 2024. Citi Hungary celebrates its significant milestone in Hungary, the 40th anniversary of the franchise and the 20th anniversary of Citi Solutions Center Budapest in 2025.

Veronika Špaňárová, Managing Director & Country Officer of Citi Hungary, joins CBI Co-Hosts Theodore S. Boone and Mai Linh Phạm to discuss her 29-year career at Citi, the power of internal mobility, and Citi’s 40-years of impact and growth in Hungary. From navigating leadership roles across multiple countries to fostering talent development, Veronika shares her insights on career growth, corporate culture, and the future of banking.  Corvinus Business Intelligence gratefully acknowledges the sponsorship of the Budapest Business Journal. The podcast/discussion was recorded at the end of 2024. Citi Hungary celebrates its significant milestone in Hungary, the 40th anniversary of the franchise and the 20th anniversary of Citi Solutions Center Budapest in 2025.

 ESG is more than just a buzzword—it’s a critical framework shaping the future of business. In this episode, CBI Host Theodore S. Boone sits down with Julianna Nagy, Senior Manager at KPMG Hungary, to break down the environmental, social, and governance (ESG) pillars, discuss the evolving regulatory landscape, and explore how companies are responding to mounting pressures. From climate risks to corporate governance, we examine the biggest challenges businesses face and what it takes to turn ESG compliance into a competitive advantage. 

 In an era where digital transformation is the key to resilience, are organizations genuinely evolving, or just going through the motions? In this insightful episode, CBI Host Theodore S. Boone welcomes Ágnes Rakó and Tamás Kórász, Partners and Co-Leaders of Consulting at KPMG Hungary, to explore what it takes to thrive in today’s rapidly shifting technological landscape. 

Sister Laura Baritz, economist (PhD Corvinus), recipient of the European Citizens’ Prize, discusses noble goals in business, what is true happiness and her transformation from Pepsi executive to Dominican Religious Sister with CBI Co-Hosts Theodore S. Boone and Ádám Herczegh. Corvinus Business Intelligence gratefully acknowledges the sponsorship of the Budapest Business Journal and unilife.hu.

Sister Laura, economist (PhD Corvinus), former Pepsi executive and co-founder of the Christian Social Principles in Economy Mission discusses human dignity and the roles of Aristotle and Thomas Aquinas in business leadership with CBI Co-Hosts Theodore S. Boone and Ádám Herczegh. Corvinus Business Intelligence gratefully acknowledges the sponsorship of the Budapest Business Journal and unilife.hu.

Sister Laura, Dominican religious sister, economist, author, and co-founder of Christian Social Principles in Economy Mission, who received her Ph.D. from Corvinus University and is a teacher at Corvinus, discusses ethical capitalism and a human-centered economy with CBI Co-Hosts Theodore S. Boone and Ádám Herczegh. Corvinus Business Intelligence gratefully acknowledges the sponsorship of the Budapest Business Journal and unilife.hu.

Sister Laura, Dominican religious sister, economist, author, and co-founder of Christian Social Principles in Economy Mission, who received her Ph.D. from Corvinus University and is a teacher at Corvinus, discusses ethical capitalism and a human-centered economy with CBI Co-Hosts Theodore S. Boone and Ádám Herczegh.  Corvinus Business Intelligence gratefully acknowledges the sponsorship of the Budapest Business Journal and unilife.hu.

Claudia Worthington Hess, Principal at Hess Art Advisory, discusses investigative art appraisals, The Celebrity Effect and Fear Of Missing Out and with CBI Co-Hosts Theodore S. Boone, Lili Cseh and Chris Csordás and responds to CBI’s Marcel Proust inspired personality questionnaire.   Corvinus Business Intelligence gratefully acknowledges the support and sponsorship of the Budapest Business Journal and unilife.hu.

Claudia Worthington Hess, Principal at Hess Art Advisory, discusses art as an investment, emotion in art acquisition and the key phrase “It is easier to buy art than to sell it” with CBI Co-Hosts Theodore S. Boone and Chris Csordás.    Corvinus Business Intelligence gratefully acknowledges the support and sponsorship of the Budapest Business Journal and unilife.hu.

Claudia Worthington Hess, Principal at Hess Art Advisory discusses how to value a painting by Georgia O’Keeffe and the impact of tech-driven Non-Fungible Tokens on the art world with CBI Co-Hosts Theodore S. Boone and Zoltán Hegyes.    Corvinus Business Intelligence gratefully acknowledges the support and sponsorship of the Budapest Business Journal and unilife.hu.  

Executive Director at the Hungarian National Bank and of the Budapest Institute of Banking Gergely Fábián, “A guy who gets things done”, discusses leadership. creativity, FinTech and his career path with CBI Co-Hosts Theodore S. Boone and Ádám Herczegh and responds to CBI’s Marcel Proust inspired personality questionnaire. Corvinus Business Intelligence gratefully acknowledges the support and sponsorship of the Budapest Business Journal and unilife.hu.

Executive Director at the Hungarian National Bank and of the Budapest Institute of Banking Gergely Fábián discusses Hungary’s brand new interactive and engaging Money Museum with CBI Co-Hosts Theodore S. Boone and Chris Csordas. Corvinus Business Intelligence gratefully acknowledges the support and sponsorship of the Budapest Business Journal and unilife.hu.

Executive Director at the Hungarian National Bank and of the Budapest Institute of Banking Gergely Fábián discusses the BIB’s approach to financial sector education in a tech driven world with CBI Co-Hosts Theodore S. Boone and Adam Herczegh.    Corvinus Business Intelligence gratefully acknowledges the support and sponsorship of the Budapest Business Journal and unilife.hu.        

Marriott Hungary Multi Property General Manager Arne Klehn answers our Marcel Proust inspired personality questionnaire and discusses the Presidential Suite, use of local artists, working with owners and handling stress with CBI Co-Hosts Theodore S. Boone and Adam Herczegh.    Corvinus Business Intelligence gratefully acknowledges the support and sponsorsihp of the Budapest Business Journal and unilife.hu.      

Marriott Hungary Multi Property General Manager Arne Klehn discussed the importance of listening in leadership, his rise from Front Desk Agent to General Manager and hotel guest superstitions with CBI Co-Hosts Theodore S. Boone and Gergely Gyuricza.   Corvinus Business Intelligence gratefully acknowledges the support and sponsorsihp of the Budapest Business Journal and unilife.hu.    

Marriott Hungary Multi Property General Manager Arne Klehn discusses Marriott’s differentiators and sustainability strategy as well as his personal history and biggest challenges direct from the Presidential Suite of the Marriott Budapest with CBI Co-Hosts Theodore S. Boone and Fanni Hoque.   Corvinus Business Intelligence gratefully acknowledges the support and sponsorship of the Budapest Business Journal and unilife.hu.

Microsoft Country General Manager for Hungary Chris Mattheisen discusses curiosity and the allure of pickled veal lung and responds to CBI’s Marcel Proust inspired personality questionnaire with CBI Co-Hosts Theodore S. Boone, Gergely Gyuricza and Fanni Hoque. Corvinus Business Intelligence gratefully acknowledges the support and sponsorship of the Budapest Business Journal and unilife.hu.