In 1988, under the corporate umbrella of The Blackstone Group, Fink co-founded BlackRock and became its director and CEO. When BlackRock split from Blackstone in 1994, Fink retained his positions, [3] becoming chairman in 1998 after BlackRock became independent.

Laurence D. Fink is Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of BlackRock. He and seven partners founded BlackRock in 1988, and under his leadership, the firm has grown into a global leader in investment and technology solutions.

The Global Executive Committee (GEC) is a leadership team within BlackRock, which serves as its highest level decision-making body. Learn more.

4 days ago · Larry Fink says he's ready to step down as BlackRock CEO but the team isn't ready yet. Fink, 72, cofounded BlackRock and has led the $11.5 trillion asset manager since its inception.

2 days ago · BlackRock CEO Larry Fink said on Friday that he believes the U.S. economy may already be in a recession or very close to one. Speaking with CNBC, Fink noted that economic conditions have weakened ...

2 days ago · Larry Fink is the founder, CEO and chairman of powerhouse investment management firm BlackRock, one of the world's largest asset managers. He and seven partners founded BlackRock in 1988.

Mar 12, 2025 · Blackrock CEO: Retirement must become a 'national priority' Link Copied! Larry Fink, chief executive of BlackRock, the world’s largest asset manager, speaks with CNN’s Kayla Tausche.

6 days ago · BlackRock CEO Larry Fink said the market could see another 20% drop, but that the current drawdown is a buying opportunity in the long term as the current situation doesn’t pose systematic risk.

Mr. Fink is founder, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of BlackRock. He also leads the firm’s Global Executive Committee. He is responsible for senior leadership development and succession planning, defining and reinforcing BlackRock’s vision and culture, and engaging relationships with key strategic clients, industry leaders, regulators ...