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CBI Saved My Client’s Life: 10 on the Weekend with Tatiana Muntean · IMI Podcasts

• 0:00
  SPEAKER_00: 10 on the Weekend is a weekly feature in IMI, the concept of which is simple.
• 0:05
  SPEAKER_00: Each time, we ask the same 10 questions of a different IMI pro, letting readers get to know the interviewee on a more personal and informal level than they might during the ordinary course of business.
• 0:18
  SPEAKER_00: Our guest this week is Tatiana Mantin, Associate Vice President at Art and Capital.
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  SPEAKER_00: How do you spend your weekends?
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  SPEAKER_00: My weekends are a blend of productivity, family time, and sport.
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  SPEAKER_00: I dedicate part of my time to planning and curating content for my social media platforms, as it's a great way to connect with my audience and share meaningful insights.
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  SPEAKER_00: I also make time for yoga and kung fu.
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  SPEAKER_00: Most importantly, weekends are about family.
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  SPEAKER_00: I love cheering on my sons during their soccer and football games.
• 0:49
  SPEAKER_00: While I strive to unplug, I remain available to address client questions when needed, ensuring they always feel supported.
• 0:56
  SPEAKER_00: What are your top three business goals this year?
• 0:59
  SPEAKER_00: Empowering clients, I will continue delivering exceptional value to high net worth individuals by guiding them through investment migration opportunities tailored to their unique goals.
• 1:10
  SPEAKER_00: Expanding reach, strengthen art and capital's presence in the Americas, and forge new partnerships with family offices, lawyers, and other key stakeholders.
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  SPEAKER_00: Innovating services.
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  SPEAKER_00: Drive the development of innovative strategies that align with emerging market trends in the investment migration industry.
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  SPEAKER_00: What's your biggest business concern right now?
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  SPEAKER_00: Adapting to evolving geopolitical and economic landscapes, ensuring that clients feel confident and informed in their decisions despite regulatory changes or global uncertainties.
• 1:43
  SPEAKER_00: Which book is on your nightstand right now?
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  SPEAKER_00: Currently, I'm reading The Psychology of Money by Morgan Housel.
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  SPEAKER_00: It's a fascinating exploration of how personal behaviors and emotions shape financial decisions, an invaluable perspective in my field.
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  SPEAKER_00: How and when did you first get into the investment migration industry?
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  SPEAKER_00: My journey began over a decade ago when I worked with international organizations like the OSCE and the UNODC, which sparked my passion for global mobility and cross-border collaboration.
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  SPEAKER_00: Transitioning into investment migration felt natural, as it allowed me to blend my expertise in global policy with helping individuals achieve their aspirations for freedom and opportunities.
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  SPEAKER_00: What was your proudest moment as a service provider?
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  SPEAKER_00: One of my proudest moments was helping a client secure their second citizenship, which ultimately saved their life.
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  SPEAKER_00: The client urgently needed specialized medical care, which was unavailable in their home country.
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  SPEAKER_00: Thanks to the second citizenship we had helped them obtain, they were able to cross the border without delays and access the life-saving treatment they needed.
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  SPEAKER_00: Hearing that they had survived and are now thriving was deeply moving and reinforced the vital importance of the work we do.
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  SPEAKER_00: Which investment migration market development has surprised you the most in the last year?
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  SPEAKER_00: The increasing interest in sustainability-focused investments has been remarkable.
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  SPEAKER_00: Clients are now prioritizing programs that offer financial returns and contribute positively to environmental and social causes.
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  SPEAKER_00: This shift reflects a more value-driven approach to global citizenship.
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  SPEAKER_00: If you could go 10 years back in time, what business decision would you change?
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  SPEAKER_00: If I could go back 10 years, I would transition to the private sector earlier, rather than spend as much time in international organizations.
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  SPEAKER_00: The private sector allows me to directly impact clients, innovate, and build solutions in a faster, more agile environment.
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  SPEAKER_00: Moving to this space earlier would have given me even more time to grow and shape my career in investment migration, which has become my true passion.
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  SPEAKER_00: What investment migration industry personality do you most admire?
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  SPEAKER_00: I admire Armand Arten for his visionary leadership and relentless pursuit of empowering global citizenship.
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  SPEAKER_00: His ability to inspire innovation while maintaining a client-centric approach is truly remarkable.
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  SPEAKER_00: If all goes according to plan, what will you be doing five years from now?
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  SPEAKER_00: In five years, I see myself continuing to drive thought leadership in the investment migration industry, shaping policy discussions and mentoring the next generation of professionals.
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  SPEAKER_00: My ultimate goal is to create a more inclusive and accessible global citizenship landscape for all.
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  SPEAKER_00: This episode first appeared as an article by Amada Bas on IMIDaily.com.
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