Sasha Datta: GE Vernova 

In this episode, Sasha Datta from GE Vernova joins Joel Palathinkal to discuss her journey from a personal background to a successful career in finance. Sasha shares insights into balancing personal life with a demanding career and her experiences during the financial crisis while at EY and GM. She talks about overcoming personal challenges, her return to GE, and her roles in cash and risk management at GE Capital Americas and Synchrony Financial. The conversation delves into GE's corporate culture, the significance of honesty and empathy in venture-backed companies, and strategies for handling conflicts. Sasha also discusses GE Vernova's formation, risk management, M&A advice, pension fund management, and the importance of continuous learning.