CEO Today Middle East Awards

CEO TODAY MIDDLE EAST AWARDS 2020 66 Financial Services Ilan Schory CEO of TASC Consulting & Capital Mr. Schory is TASC’s managing partner, and focuses on corporate strategy in the TMT, Financial Services, Healthcare and Consumer Goods sectors. He joined TASC in early 2000’s following 5 years at Diamond Management & Technology Consultants, and led many of TASC’s most prominent projects in his fields of expertise. He holds a B.A in Law and Economics (Summa Cum Laude) from Tel-Aviv University and an M.B.A (with Honors) from Stephen M. Ross School of Business, University of Michigan Financial Services Devised a strategic plan for M&A activity for a major bank and advised the bank through acquisition and post-merger integration. Created and assisted in the implementation of a strategic plan for the corporate division of a major Israeli bank. Formulated a strategic plan for a retail bank in light of increasing competition in consumer credit. Created a financial and commercial model for a fintech initiative. www.tasc - consul t ing.com Formulated a strategic plan for growth in mortgage activity for a leading bank Devised a long-term strategic plan for a credit card company. Created a 5-year strategic plan for a leading insurance company. TASC is Israel’s largest management consultancy. For more than 25 years we have assisted senior management in making the right decisions on their strategy, marketing, M&A activity, operations and financing. We measure our success in terms of economic impact and financial results. We look for ways to generate higher profits and ensure continued and sustainable bottom-line growth for our clients. Our Approach Our financial services practice consists of three sectors: the banking sector (including retail banking, corporate banking, private banking, etc.), the insurance sector (including property insurance, life and long term, etc.) and the payments market (including cards, mobile payments, etc.). We supply a broad range of financial institutions with a deep understanding of the different sectors` structures, economics, competition and trends. We have profound experience working with a wide range of local and international financial institutes, from leading incumbent banks to cutting edge Fintech challengers. Our distinct approach is characterized by a combination of rigorous fact- based analysis, strategic long-term thinking and innovative, creative solutions. We provide counsel on issues in strategy, operating and organizational capabilities, innovation, digital transformation, marketing, new product development and more. Throughout our many years of experience working with the leading players in the Israeli financial services market, we have accumulated a deep understanding of the local conditions, competitive landscape, trends and regulation, positioning us as a clear expert in the local financial services ecosystem.