Strategies for Effective Governance Explored at GMM
A recent panel discussion at Nicsa's 2023 General Membership Meeting, A Confident Board, delved into the strategies for effective governance within the asset and wealth management industry, The panel was moderated by Amy Merrill, Senior Manager, EY. Panelists included Gary Casagrande, Senior Vice President - Head of US Fund Administration, Northern Trust, Joanne Kane, […]
The Power of AI Awakens in Asset and Wealth Management
A recent panel discussion at Nicsa's 2023 General Membership Meeting, Unveiling the Power of AI, delved into the transformative impact of Artificial Intelligence (AI) on the asset and wealth management industry and the unique dynamics at play, giving rise to this technological wave. The panel was moderated by Matt Labovich, US Data Analytics and […]
We may not be aware of them, but Corporate and Business Development Expert Mona Sabett says our unconscious biases are deeply rooted in our evolutionary pasts. Take the loss aversion bias, identified in 1992 by Amos Tversky and Daniel Kahneman, for example. “That bias says that the pain that we experience from loss outweighs the pleasure […]
From OFAC sanctions on Russian oligarchs to the U.S.’s recent withdrawal from the Iran nuclear deal, changes in global politics are making regulatory compliance an increasing challenge for firms. According to Sam Sundera, Regional Manager, West Coast Americas at SIX, there are more than 4,500 sanctioned securities listed across all global exchanges with approximately 135 […]
Ensuring Compliance with Unclaimed Property Regulations
For fund companies keeping up with a plethora of regulatory standards, unclaimed property compliance can often get lost. However, it’s important to remain educated on state escheatment laws in order to protect shareholders and minimize the risk of costly audits. Unclaimed property legislation is rapidly evolving, and financial services companies must keep up with the […]
It’s no secret that exchange-traded funds (ETFs) are becoming a significant part of the investor toolkit — and with increased adoption comes innovation. For today’s asset managers, it’s more important than ever to stay up-to-date on the latest trends shaping the ETF landscape. To that end, NICSA members received an in-depth look at ETF product […]
Pack Your Bag with Best Practices at the NICSA GMM
NICSA will be back at the Royal Sonesta in Boston this fall! Join us for the annual General Membership Meetingfrom October 11-12 to address the top issues facing asset managers and financial service providers. Hear how firms across the industry are streamlining their businesses through enhanced data analytics, evolving resource allocation, and increased focus on […]
Navigating Turbulent Changes to the Sanctions Landscape
“We’re living in a boom time for sanctions,” Stephen Brosnihan, Regional Director, Sales Support Operations for North America at SIX, told NICSA members during a recent #WebinarWednesday session. The event, in which panelists explored how to reduce operational risk in the face of evolving economic sanctions, also featured experts from Bureau van Dijk and Charles Schwab. […]
The Bottom Line: Exploring the Benefits of Wellness in the Workplace
The human element will become a critical asset in the workplace of the future, said David Atkinson, People and Organization Director at PwC, during a recent #WebinarWednesday on employee wellness. Atkinson moderated the event, which featured a panel of forward-thinking experts from Franklin Templeton Investments, Invesco, and MFS Investment Management. The session allowed attendees to […]
Nicsa Partners With Diversified Management Resources For Compliance Practices Survey
Boston - August 18, 2004. The National Investment Company Service Association (NICSA) announced today that it is partnering with Diversified Management Resources (D.M.R.) to conduct a survey to confirm the state of the securities industrys preparation for federal securities regulations that require mutual funds and investment advisers to adopt and implement a Compliance Program and […]
NICSA Honors Volunteers of the Year at 2019 Strategic Leadership Forum
Washington, D.C. – April 4, 2019—NICSA announced the recipients of its 2019 Volunteer of the Year Awards. Honorees will be celebrated at the NICSA Strategic Leadership Forum held April 3-5, 2019 at the Sawgrass Marriott Golf Resort and Spa in Ponte Vedra Beach, FL. “NICSA’s Volunteer of the Year Awards recognize the outstanding efforts of […]
Leading Asset Management Firms Launch Initiative to Improve Diversity of Financial Services Industry
BOSTON, MA – OCTOBER 2, 2018 – “The Diversity Project,” an initiative focused on increasing diversity within the asset management industry, was launched today in North America by 14 leading financial organizations. NICSA, a non-profit trade association for the global asset management industry, is the sponsor of the Project. The goal of the Diversity Project […]
