November 2018 Newsletter

Executive Session: Perspectives from the C-Suite 

“EY led a panel of seasoned executives from RBC Global Asset Management, State Street Global Advisors, and Eaton Vance through a discussion focused on data analytics, technology and investment strategies. …” Read Blog.

Capital Markets Masterclass

“Attendees of NICSA’s annual General Membership Meeting received a comprehensive overview focused on the sunny investment environment of today as well as clouds on the horizon. Dr. David Kelly, Chief Global Strategist and Head of the Global Market Insights Strategy Team at J.P. Morgan, led the general session. …” Read Blog.

Join the Diversity Movement

“NICSA members closed out NICSA’s 2018 General Membership Meeting with an intellectually honest discussion about the challenges and realities of diversity and inclusion within the industry. Dan Houlihan, Executive Vice President, Head of Global Fund Services, North America, Northern Trust, moderated the panel, which included forward-thinking representatives from Confluence, Fidelity, and Northern Trust. …” Read Blog.

Ignites: Lurching Markets Call for Focus on Fundamentals, Risk Management

“Markets may be reacting strongly to rising interest rates and trade concerns. The key is to be wary of "overextended" parts of the stock market, says Lori Heinel, deputy global CIO of State Street Global Advisors.” Watch Video.

Ignites: Real Progress on Diversity Is Uncomfortable, Critical: Execs

“The key is to use hard data to develop best practices and actual processes for making diversity and inclusion part of the hiring and retention process.” Watch Video.

Ignites: Strategies for Replenishing the Bench in Ops Talent 

“Avoiding "ageism and titleism" and ensuring that people of all ages have opportunities to influence strategy and learn from each other is critical to addressing the demographic shift in the asset servicing industry, says Dan Houlihan, head of asset servicing for the Americas at Northern Trust and chairman of NICSA.” Watch Video.

Fund Action: American Century Builds out D2C Financial Planning Service  Read Article.

Fund Action: Eaton Vance ‘Zigging’ with Traditional Wholesale Channel Focus Read Article.

NICSA’s Compliance & Risk Management Committee discusses how asset managers can better prepare their first line of defense against social engineering and other fraud. 

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NEW! NICSA is pleased to report that is has formed a new NextGen Committee to support emerging leaders in asset management.

This Committee will provide networking and educational opportunities for young professionals relevant to their experience level in the industry, grow interest in NICSA and facilitate new individual and institutional members, and encourage diversified ages, experience, and perspectives throughout NICSA. 

For more information on how you can become a part of this new effort, please contact Kelly Sherrard at [email protected].