IRS chief Frank Bisignano reflects on his experiences during 9/11
Frank Bisignano, Commissioner of the Social Security Administration and CEO of the IRS, reflected on his experiences during the 9/11 attacks, which he recalled from his position as Chief Administrative Officer at Citigroup in Lower Manhattan. He described coordinating efforts to keep the economy moving and trading operations running from a recovery center in New Jersey, while also being physically present downtown to ensure the safety of employees and aid in the reopening of the New York Stock Exchange. Bisignano also spoke about his role as a founding member of the 9/11 Memorial and Museum and the importance of remembering the events for younger generations.
Bisignano's firsthand account highlights the immediate aftermath and operational challenges faced by financial institutions in the wake of 9/11, underscoring the resilience and planning required to maintain economic stability during a national crisis.
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