“Chess combines elements of sport, science and art, and can be used to develop a range of skills and abilities that can be put to good use in business. These include strategic planning, pattern recognition and adaptability,” says Norbert Fogarasi, head of Morgan Stanley’s Budapest headquarters and a master chess player in training.
For the fourth year in a row, the company has supported the World Chess Festival, which was launched by Judit Polgár. According to the world’s most successful female chess player, the game can also benefit everyone in developing problem-solving skills.