C-Suite Executives Chart a Course for DEI at Nicsa’s FLS
During Nicsa’s recent NYC-based Fearless Leadership Symposium, ABC correspondent Byron Pitts led a discussion among industry leaders about the pivotal issues shaping the DEI journey in asset and wealth management. Bob Adams, Chief Operations Officer, Fidelity Investments and Cinda Whitten, Head of Global Investment Operations, Nuveen provided invaluable perspectives on navigating today's complex challenges and seizing […]
Honoring Freedom: How DPNA Member Firms are Celebrating Juneteenth in 2024
By the DPNA Industry Engagement & Events Committee In recent years, Juneteenth has gained significant recognition as a critical moment in American history, commemorating the end of slavery in the United States. As awareness of this pivotal day grows, many Diversity Project North America member firms are stepping up to honor it, not only as […]
Nicsa Unveils Full Speaker Lineup for 2020 GMM, Covering All Facets of Asset Management
Thought leaders and industry innovators from across the asset management spectrum will convene at Nicsa’s virtual General Membership Meeting from October 7-9. The speaker lineup features leading experts from a diverse set of asset management firms, broker dealers, and an extensive group of financial services firms. Thirty-seven speakers from 34 different companies will cover […]
Regulatory Discussion Reveals New Rules, Reviews Impact to Asset Managers
Nicsa members received a generous dose of regulatory oversight during a recent Webinar Wednesday panel event moderated by Frank Maresca, Vice President of Broadridge. “The SEC has been very busy this year, both proposing and enacting rules that impact reporting,” Maresca said. “It is interesting to examine how these rules converge in making information for investors […]
Nicsa Announces Financial Industry Leader Jamie Dimon as Keynote for General Membership Meeting
Boston, MA – September 2, 2020 —Nicsa, a global asset management trade association, announced that JPMorgan Chase & Co. Chairman and CEO Jamie Dimon, a financial industry leader and catalyst for innovation, will headline as a closing speaker at its 2020 General Membership Meeting in a Fireside Chat with Jim Fitzpatrick, President & CEO of […]
Nicsa’s Diversity Project Sponsors Industry Dialogue on Authentic Allyship
Dismantling systemic racism in the workplace is an effort that will require a fundamental shift in workplace culture and governance. After all, racism and biases rear their persistent and ugly heads in many forms, including fewer job opportunities, lower salaries, and less career advancement. One of the first steps in healing the wounds of […]
By Justine Phoenix, Head of Diversity Project North America: I was honored to participate in J.P. Morgan’s recent internal round table discussion led by their AsPIRE & BOLD Business Resource Groups, titled “Rediscovering Ourselves: Understanding Racism and Discrimination in the Workplace.” The panel boldly and skillfully explored the topics of racism and discrimination in the workplace. […]
Business Continuity Experts on Developing a “Return to the Workplace” Roadmap
Since March, leaders in the asset management industry have been forced to adapt to the new reality brought upon by the COVID-19 pandemic. Now, in the face of continued uncertainty, firms are doing all they can to develop policies and processes that will ensure a safe return to the workplace. Business continuity leaders shared […]
By Jim Fitzpatrick, President & CEO of Nicsa: Amid the social unrest that has gripped the world in recent months, many industry executives have come forward to declare their growing awareness of the need for change. Others have committed to measurable action. While it is sometimes difficult to be hopeful in the midst of […]
After ushering in the new decade on somewhat strong footing, the global asset management industry has witnessed a transformation rife with uncertainty and volatility on the heels of the Covid-19 pandemic. As a leading industry association with members across the global landscape—all possessing diverse and unique talents, experience and perspectives—Nicsa is committed to promoting best […]
Asset Managers Talk Inclusion and Well Being Amid COVID-19
COVID-19 has wreaked havoc on business plans and flipped our social structure on its head. Founding members of the Diversity Project North America recently gathered to explore how to foster employee well being in this new work-from-home environment — all while keeping the spotlight on inclusion. Nicsa’s Diversity Project North America is an active, […]
Exploring the Practical Challenges of Vendor Governance Oversight
Nicsa members received an in-depth look at vendor oversight programs from the perspective of both asset management firms that have outsourced key functions and the service providers they’ve hired. The event took place in February 2020. Marc Lotti, Partner, Division Head, Cybersecurity and Risk at ACA-Aponix moderated the event, which also featured thought leaders at […]
