Nicsa and Expect Miracles Foundation (EMF) Unite to Advance Financial Relief for Young Adult Cancer Survivors
Nicsa’s $20,000 contribution underscores the collective impact of the asset and wealth management industry in driving meaningful change. The power of industry collaboration was on full display at the 2026 SAMFund Soirée Boston, where Nicsa reinforced its commitment to purpose-driven leadership through its ongoing partnership with the Expect Miracles Foundation (EMF). Held on March 10, […]
Private Markets Committee Highlights Key Focus Areas Shaping the Industry
Authored by Sarah Walter, Head of Asset and Wealth Management Relationships at Nicsa Private markets continue to play an increasingly central role in asset and wealth management strategies, driven by investor demand for differentiated return streams, income, and diversification. Nicsa’s Private Markets Committee convenes senior leaders from across asset management, wealth platforms, distribution, technology, and professional services […]
Nicsa Welcomes Sarah Walter as Vice President, Head of Asset and Wealth Management Relationships
Boston, MA – December 3, 2024 – Nicsa, a premier trade association dedicated to fostering innovation and collaboration in the asset and wealth management industry, is thrilled to announce the appointment of Sarah Walter as Vice President, Head of Asset and Wealth Management Relationships. Ms. Walter brings an impressive track record in financial services and […]
Implementing Artificial Intelligence: Getting to Results
Nicsa’s 2024 Asset & Wealth Management Summit highlighted Artificial Intelligence’s (AI) promise to transformative the industry. Yet, the journey from concept to practical deployment is fraught with challenges. In the session "Implementing Artificial Intelligence: Getting to Results," a panel of experts unpacked their experiences, sharing both triumphs and trials in AI implementation. Vanessa Touma, […]
In a live session "Mastering Alternative Investments: Onboarding & Educating Advisors," asset and wealth management experts shared insights on effectively integrating alternative investments (alts) into financial advisory practices. The discussion, center stage at Nicsa’s 2024 Asset & Wealth Management Summit, focused on democratizing access to alts, the importance of specialized education for advisors, and practical […]
How AI Powers Entrepreneurs in Asset & Wealth Management
In an engaging session at Nicsa’s 2024 Asset & Wealth Management Summit, Brian Moran, CEO and Founder of FLX Networks, shared an inspiring “Entrepreneur's Story." Moran took the audience on a deep dive into how AI is fueling transformative growth. He identified industry inefficiencies and the need for innovation to revolutionize industry practices. Moran highlighted […]
The 2024 Asset & Wealth Management Summit, hosted by Nicsa, presented two days of dynamic content featuring key executives sharing insights on the most pressing issues in our industry today. In the session titled "Regulatory Shifts: What's Next for AI and Alts," industry experts provided a deep dive into the evolving regulatory landscape impacting artificial […]
Expert Perspectives on the Alts Boom from Nicsa’s Summit
Nicsa’s Asset & Wealth Management Summit examined the evolving landscape of alternative investments, including the niche firms, technology platforms, and service providers that are emerging to support the alts ecosystem. Marty Griffin, Managing Director at Beacon Ridge Capital Management, moderated the panel of thought leaders including: Andrew Barnum, Senior Vice President – Wealth Managers, iCapital Nick […]