Advancing Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion through AI
Attendees of Nicsa’s Fearless Leadership Symposium discovered the potential of AI in mitigating bias and empowering investors. A panel of four women addressed the audience, delving into this dynamic, technology-driven subject. During the NYC-based event, Cheryl Boyd, Co-Leader of Asset Management Business Transformation at EY led a panel including Myra Chen, Director, VP, Insights and […]
Fireside Chat Looks to Sponsorship as Key Element in DEI Advancement
Nicsa’s Fearless Leadership Symposium hosted Byron Pitts, ABC correspondent: Bob Adams, Chief Operations Officer, Fidelity Investments; and Cinda Whitten, Head of Global Investment Operations, Nuveen for a Fireside Chat about the importance of DEI within the global Asset and Wealth Management industry. The trio provided insights as to how intentional sponsorship can move the needle […]
Stripping the Labels: Panelists Talk Operational Change
Investment management companies have had clearly-defined front, middle, and back offices for ages — but over the years, corporate culture has begun to change. Nicsa members explored how firms are breaking down the walls from an operational perspective during the second day of GMM 2020, held virtually on October 8. “Asset managers, services providers: […]
Political and Economic Uncertainty in the Asset Management Industry
Uncertainty has been the name of the game in 2020 — and that trend that will likely continue as we head into 2021. But with uncertainty comes opportunities for competitive differentiation. To that end, panelists gathered to present a bird's-eye view of political and economic trends affecting the industry and during the final day of […]
Workplace Wellness and Inclusion Amid Social Change
Between a global pandemic impacting the physical and mental health of employees across the globe and a national reckoning with racial injustice, a focus on workplace culture has never been more important. Nicsa members explored these transformative forces through the lens of inclusion and wellness during the first day of GMM 2020, held virtually […]
Exploring the Asset Management Industry’s Return to Office
A forward-thinking virtual panel kicked off Nicsa’s 2020 General Membership Meeting October 7 by addressing the question on nearly every professional’s mind: What will it take for the asset management industry to reopen offices safely? Justin Hall, Partner at PwC, who moderated the session, said that over the past six months, he’s seen the […]
As we inch closer to 2021, seasoned product leaders from American Century, John Hancock, and Nationwide shared their future product priorities during the second day of GMM 2020 (held virtually on October 8). Dan Beckman, Head of U.S. Product, Columbia Threadneedle, moderated the panel, which focused on the current landscape for alternative investments, interval […]
Nicsa’s Diversity Project North America Announces Release of D&I Pulse Survey Results
Boston, MA – October 28, 2020 – Nicsa is pleased to announce the release of its 2020 Pulse Survey Report: a pulse check on the perception of diversity, equity and inclusion in the asset management industry. As part of its mission to accelerate D&I in the asset management industry, Nicsa’s Diversity Project North America […]
Nicsa Announces Election of Chairman and Six New Members to its Board of Directors
Boston, MA – October 13, 2020 – Nicsa announced at its 2020 General Membership Meeting the election of Scott Brady, Head of US Product Development & Strategy at Columbia Threadneedle Investments, as Chairman of its Board of Directors. As Chairman, Mr. Brady will preside over the governing body of the Association as well as […]
Nicsa’s “Face the Membership” Session to Feature Two of the Industry’s Most Influential Women
Asset management executives from over 50 firms will gather at Nicsa’s virtual General Membership Meeting to discuss some of the most timely and pertinent topics affecting the global asset management industry. As always, the much anticipated “Face the Membership” session is expected to provide valuable insight into industry trends from the perspective of industry thought […]
Nicsa 2020 General Membership Meeting to Focus on the Path Forward for the Asset Management Industry
Boston, MA – September 28, 2020 — Nicsa’s keystone industry event, its General Membership Meeting, is going virtual this year and features some of the industry’s most influential innovators. The GMM will take place from October 7-9. The General Membership Meeting will bring together industry professionals via a virtual platform to hear dynamic and […]
Sustainability has become a core lifestyle value in recent years, driving demand in the asset management industry for Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG)-based investment solutions. Nicsa members received updates on both the demand and supply side of the emerging market during a recent Webinar Wednesday event. Dan Bender, Managing Director at EY, moderated the […]
