Current Debate Speaker: Lance Crist

Lance Crist

• Global Head, Natural Resources International Finance Corporation

Lance Crist is Global Head of Natural Resources for IFC, the private sector arm of the World Bank Group. Mr. Crist leads IFC’s financing and advisory services teams responsible for supporting the oil, gas & mining sectors. IFC’s $3 billion investment portfolio in these sectors includes about 70 energy & natural resource companies in over 35 countries across the emerging markets. IFC’s financing includes investments in equity, mezzanine and senior debt; and the advisory services team assists clients in enhancing their sustainability. He earned a B.A. from Cornell University, and an MBA from the Wharton School.