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 […]
Nicsa’s Diversity Project North America named to InvestmentNews’ 2021 Excellence in Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Awards
Boston, MA – August 9, 2021 – InvestmentNews has recognized Nicsa’s Diversity Project North America as a 2021 Excellence in Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Awards finalist. Diversity Project North America, along with 15 other firms and initiatives, were chosen from more than 120 nominations by a committee of InvestmentNews representatives and judges from the advice […]
Diversity Project North America members gathered during a recent “Next Practices” Committee meeting to discuss a pressing theme in the global asset management industry: DEI data transparency. Two DPNA founding members proudly presented their firm’s recent DEI transparency initiatives. We share these resources as examples of bold leadership in this evolving area: Capital […]
The ongoing COVID-19 virus. Vaccine availability and adoption. Workplace flexibility. Talent recruitment and retention. Initiatives to address racial disparities. Faced with a growing volume of industry concerns, leaders of the largest asset management firms have more than enough to keep them up at night. Attendees of Nicsa’s Fearless Leadership Symposium got to hear […]
C-Suite Leaders on Building Diversity, Equity, and Inclusiveness at the Senior Level
We’ve all heard that change starts at the top, but many leaders aren’t sure how to approach urgent issues centered on diversity, equity, and inclusion (DE&I). During its recent Fearless Leadership Symposium, Nicsa brought together a panel of forward-thinking C-suite executives who helped demystify the process of integrating DE&I into organizational culture. The session, […]
Northern Trust President Talks Leading with Your Heart
On June 1, 2020, Northern Trust President Shundrawn Thomas published an open letter to the industry detailing his personal experience with racial profiling during an encounter with police in a Chicago suburb. At Nicsa’s Fearless Leadership Symposium approximately a year later, Thomas met virtually with CNBC's Sharon Epperson to further the conversation on diversity in […]
Financial Services Leadership Unites to Support LGBT+ People
From our Partners at LGBT+ Great: Thursday 24 June 2021 -- LGBT Great has launched the 2021 Global Top 100 Executive Allies initiative to mark Pride and spotlight executives from across the financial services industry who have demonstrated excellent leadership on the diversity and inclusion agenda. The 2021 Global Top 100 represent senior leaders […]
