Boston, MA – January 30, 2025 — Nicsa has announced its Volunteer of the Year Awardees, who will be honored at its Strategic Leadership Forum on March 6 in Ft. Lauderdale, FL. Nicsa’s Volunteer of the Year Awards recognize outstanding efforts of members who are dedicated to supporting the mission of the Association, serving the global asset
Driving Inclusion and Innovation: The Work of Diversity Project North America's Committees
In the ever-evolving landscape of asset and wealth management, fostering innovation through inclusivity is business imperative. The Diversity Project North America (DPNA) is at the forefront of this mission. At the heart of DPNA’s efforts are its committees, each working collaboratively to promote best practices, create meaningful initiatives, and drive lasting change. Here’s how each […]
Nicsa Unveils New Asset & Wealth Management Summit
Boston, MA – July 10, 2024 – Nicsa, a trade association connecting all facets of the global asset and wealth management industry, is evolving to better serve the changing needs of its clients by introducing a new Fall event. Nicsa is launching the Asset & Wealth Management Summit in October of 2024, featuring this year's theme: […]
Putting Words into Action: Quick Takes from the Fearless Leadership Symposium
Advice from the C-Suite was flowing throughout Nicsa’s Fearless Leadership Symposium in NYC this June. Here's a summary of the key action items for participants to take to their own firms to advance Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI): Key Action Items and Takeaways: Get Involved in Business Resource Groups (BRGs): BRGs for underrepresented communities are […]
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 […]
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 […]
Are our strides towards a more diverse, equitable, and inclusive industry being sustained or regressing? Nicsa’s Fearless Leadership Symposium tackled this hard-hitting question with an esteemed panel including Tommy Arnold, Principal, FSO Consulting Wealth & Asset Management, Ernst & Young LLP; Omar Aguilar, CEO and CIO, Schwab Asset Management; and Michelle Thompson-Dolberry, Chief DEI Officer, […]
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’s Diversity Project North America Announces 2024 Rising Stars
Boston, MA – June 4, 2024 – Nicsa is pleased to announce the winners of its Rising Star Program, a mentorship and awards program aimed at providing networking and career development opportunities to diverse, aspiring leaders in the asset and wealth management industry. Nicsa’s Diversity Project North America recognizes the importance of supporting emerging leaders with a program […]
Nicsa Plans NYC Event Focused on DEI in Asset and Wealth Management
Boston, MA – May 13, 2024 — Nicsa, a leading global asset and wealth management trade organization, will be hosting its annual Fearless Leadership Symposium in NYC on June 12, 2024. The in-person event will highlight business practices that promote long-term growth in the asset and wealth management industry. The event will bring together industry leaders to […]
Nicsa Announces Final Speaker Lineup for Annual Fearless Leadership Symposium
Nicsa’s Diversity Project North America, an initiative that champions DEI as a strategic business priority within the asset and wealth management industry, is pleased to announce its impressive speaker lineup for its upcoming Fearless Leadership Symposium. The event will be held in NYC on June 12 and is an ideal opportunity to hear from asset […]
