Eugene Rhuggenaath's story is a must-listen for anyone grappling with societal pressures, especially around masculinity, leadership, and cultural heritage. His journey from the Prime Minister of Curaçao to finding his path at the World Bank is filled with relatable struggles, profound insights, and practical wisdom.
He discusses his personal growth, navigating comparison, and overcoming rejection, and the importance of staying true to oneself in a multi-cultural world.
Bio: Eugene Rhuggenaath is an experienced executive and leader, building on a rich career history covering both the private and public sectors. Following successful roles in international financial services, he decided to put his acquired skills to use in public service, ultimately serving as the Prime Minister of the island country of Curaçao (Dutch Caribbean). Currently, he serves as Executive Director at the World Bank representing the Constituency of Armenia, Bosnia & Herzegovina, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Georgia, Israel, Macedonia, Moldova, Montenegro, The Netherlands, Romania, and Ukraine; and is a member of Rotterdam School of Management (RSM) Advisory Board.