Boston, MA – April 20, 2021 – Nicsa is pleased to announce the launch of its Rising Star Program, a new mentorship and awards program aimed at providing networking and career development opportunities to diverse, aspiring leaders in the asset management industry.

 Nicsa’s Diversity Project North America recognizes the importance of supporting emerging leaders by creating a program that not only provides recognition and exposure for diverse employees, but develops and hones the skills critical for retention and advancement of valued talent within the industry.

 One Rising Star will be nominated by each member firm of Nicsa’s Diversity Project North America and will receive the following benefits:

Justine Phoenix, Head of Diversity Project North America stated, “We are pleased to provide a platform through which member firms can support, develop, and retain future leaders of the global asset management industry. Nicsa is committed to cultivating the next generation of diverse leaders in the asset management sector.”

“The Rising Star Program offers Diversity Project North America member firms a high-profile and meaningful way to celebrate and cultivate the next generation of diverse leaders. We are very pleased to participate and look forward to offering networking and developmental opportunities to our aspiring leaders,” said Frieda Lewis, a member of Nicsa’s Board of Directors and Chief Commercial Diversity Officer at Broadridge Financial Solutions, a founding member of Diversity Project North America.

Rising Star nominees are in the early stages of their career with 5-8 years of industry experience, demonstrate leadership qualities, and are committed to diverse and inclusive work environments. More information about the criteria and other details about the program can be found here.

The Rising Star Program will launch with an announcement of award winners at Nicsa’s Fearless Leadership Symposium in June 2021 and will take place annually. Firms interested in joining the Diversity Project North America should contact Justine Phoenix at [email protected]. 

About Diversity Project North America

The Diversity Project’s goal is to accelerate progress towards a diverse and inclusive culture in the asset management industry to deliver the best possible results for clients, reflect the society we serve, and ensure long-term business sustainability. Click here for more information on Nicsa’s Diversity Project North America initiative.

About Nicsa 

Nicsa is a not-for-profit trade association striving to connect all facets of the global asset management industry in order to develop, share, implement, and advance leading practices.  For over fifty years, Nicsa has promoted an open and collaborative environment, where members’ and partners’ deep expertise and unique perspectives have come together to help strategically implement and support the industry’s most vital issues. Click here for more information about membership.

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Those who joined together in Fort Lauderdale for Nicsa’s 2020 Strategic Leadership Forum had no way of knowing they would be attending the last industry conference before lockdown.

 

Soon after returning home, they — along with the rest of the industry — would rise to an unexpected challenge, implementing home office arrangements while working to deliver the most streamlined client experiences possible.

 

Come February 2021, attendees again convened for SLF, this time in a virtual manner open to all employees of corporate-registered firms. The three-day experience, set against the backdrop of a global pandemic and an era of social unrest, highlighted a range of perspectives on effective leadership in a profoundly changed industry.

 

Nearly 40 speakers shared more than 15 hours of educational content centered on creating meaningful relationships amid shifting operating environments — both inside and outside of firms.

 

Nicsa’s 2021 SLF also focused on fostering engagement, driving growth, and exploring emerging trends in team management, client communication, and product development.

 

BUILDING INTERNAL AND EXTERNAL TRUST

 

Throughout the three-day event, leaders explored how pandemic-altered learning environments have affected the asset management industry. The industry’s top thought-leaders shared their perspectives on building the skills and tools necessary to create meaningful engagement with employees, financial advisors, investors, and customers.

 

Leaders from across the asset management industry largely agreed that the pandemic has created opportunities for workplace improvement. Many said they are trading in high-cost real estate space for smaller offices backed by flexible working arrangements. One panelist noted that the office has become the center of gravity around which flexible working situations revolve.

 

After proving successful after a year working from home, many firms are confidently moving away from the five-day in-office week in favor of a mix of physical and virtual workspaces. The goal is to offer flexibility while providing a forum for in-person gatherings.

 

Several speakers agreed that virtual arrangements present a challenge when acclimating new employees to organizations, pursuing strategic initiatives, and onboarding customers. To help facilitate interpersonal connections in these scenarios, many leaders are turning to hybrid physical-virtual workplace models.

 

The speakers agreed that moving forward, there won’t be a one-size-fits-all solution, but rather a balance between encouraging people to come back to the office and offering flexible remote options.

 

 

Throughout the virtual event, industry veterans echoed the theme that effective communication is paramount. Asset management is already a people-centric business, but the speakers said the pandemic has forced them to become more vulnerable.

 

Their advice to other leaders? Overcommunicate on a systematic basis — and keep up the habit once the crisis is over. Force yourselves to expand your digital social circles by reaching out to people you regularly bumped into in the hallway pre-pandemic. Check in with employees across various departments to see how they are coping with change.

 

The past year has been an incredible test of leadership as firms focused on building relationships in an all-new environment — and many successfully mastered the pivot. For example, several speakers said they worked to successfully engage the customer on a personal and authentic, yet professional, level.

 

One CEO said that first impressions in direct sales are now less about personality and more about investment content. But while the Zoom world allows for accelerated communication in real-time without travel disruptions, many said the handshake will come back in some form.

 

Numerous speakers anticipate that the industry will be more strategic with travel moving forward. Travel costs have dramatically declined over the past year, and though they may increase again in the future, it likely won’t be to the same extent, they said. After all, the forced learning experiment that was 2020 has made the industry more comfortable with the power of technology.

 

CREATING BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES

Industry experts also discussed a growing trend in aligning investments with values — both from an internal perspective and the client-investor standpoint.

 

As one seasoned executive said, the pandemic and recent social unrest have cast a spotlight on the social aspect of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) criteria. Not only have asset managers been challenged to build social flexibility into their operations, but there is an increased awareness that a firm’s actions impact the lives of its employees and communities.

 

After 2020 proved that it is possible to implement change quickly, many leaders are working to reimagine other areas of the business. Some said they are leveraging the power of video conferences to bring together larger groups of clients for fun events, like virtual pizza-making challenges.

 

Many said that the pandemic accelerated digital transformation at firms worldwide, allowing them to achieve previously unattainable goals. One leader said that by adopting digital onboarding, she was able to go from taking two to three days to open a new client account to just seven minutes from start to finish.

 

That type of agility will prove valuable as the industry anticipates the largest wealth transfer in history. Many are adopting a full-family approach that’s not just about working with the patriarch or matriarch, but also with their kids and grandkids. Others are forming client advisory boards with next-generation clients to hear their feedback in real time.

 

 

FOSTERING A CULTURE OF DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION

 

This year’s SLF also focused on the urgent need to address diversity and inclusion in the asset management industry. Nicsa’s leadership explained their efforts to advance the movement throughout a handful of sessions.

 

 

Nicsa member firms have been working to drive measurable change through the Diversity Project North America since October 2018.

 

On February 24, 2021, the first day of SLF, Nicsa announced the launch of the Diversity Project North America’s 2021 DE&I Perception Survey of the Asset Management industry. Anonymous results from the survey will be compiled in an effort to advance industry diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Nicsa also announced that the industry’s first annual Fearless Leadership Symposium will be held on June 16 and 17. The event is being organized to highlight bold business practices

around diversity equity and inclusion. It will include an awards program for organizations leading the way on such initiatives.

 

 

Several SLF sessions discussed building diversity throughout employee ranks. The general consensus: While there’s been progress, there’s still a long way to go when it comes to fostering inclusive leadership.

 

One leader said his firm used the death of George Floyd and resulting social unrest as an opportunity to initiate hard, uncomfortable conversations. By soliciting and working to understand various opinions, the firm was able to foster a sense of belonging.

 

Panelists agreed that such exercises must be backed by action. Many pledged to focus on diversity, inclusion, and equity while recruiting new employees and developing existing talent through mentorships.

 

Fortunately, the increased acceptance of remote work opens up talent pools for diverse candidates. To begin hiring candidates who live in other states or countries and those who can’t leave the home regularly, some firms are reimagining HR policies around the way they post jobs.

 

Another key takeaway in terms of diversity and inclusion was that bringing in new employees is a meaningless action if you do not make them feel welcome and give them opportunities to thrive. Leadership must come from the top — only then can the incremental progress being made become exponential.

 

TACKLING 2021 WITH CONFIDENCE AND COMPASSION

Industry professionals wrapped up the third day of SLF 2021 by reflecting on the job of the asset manager — and how it’s more important today than ever before.

 

The industry’s underlying mission is to create a brighter financial future for clients, and everyone plays a different role in that regard. But in 2021, achieving that mission is not going to be easy.

We’ve already seen investors who are nervous that what goes up in the currently strong stock market must come down, and others sitting on cash.

 

Still, asset managers have an incredible influence over people’s dreams — and the speakers at SLF repeatedly indicated that failure is not an option. Moving forward, they said it’s imperative asset managers use all the tools they have to keep their promises to clients, shareholders, and employees.

 

Leaders will need to use their recently-acquired digital assets to project increased visibility and convey sincerity both internally and externally. As one panelist said, after all they’ve been through, people are most hungry for truth and facts.

Boston, MA – March 2, 2021 — Nicsa announced its Volunteer of the Year honorees at the Strategic Leadership Forum last week. Nica’s Volunteer of the Year Awards recognize the outstanding efforts of members who are especially dedicated to servicing the Nicsa community.

 

“Each year, Nicsa recognizes volunteers who have tirelessly committed to furthering our mission of advancing best practices within the global asset management industry. We are proud to present the 2020 Volunteer of the Year Awards to this group of exceptional professionals. and thank them for their efforts to support the Nicsa community and the broader industry,” said Jim Fitzpatrick, President and CEO of Nicsa.

 

Nicsa’s many topic and event committees work to provide association members with educational resources on the issues that matter most to the global asset management industry.  On behalf of Nicsa, committee members support the association’s mission of developing, sharing, and advancing leading practices among industry participants.  Each year, Nicsa recognizes volunteers who have constantly gone above and beyond in their efforts to serve the Nicsa community in the last 12 months.

 

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A list of this year’s honorees follows:

 

Alternative Investments

Dawn Rohde, Wells Fargo

 

Compliance & Risk Management

Stephanie Tyler, Franklin Templeton

 

Content 

Michael Collins, Broadridge

 

Data Analytics

Laura Lutton, Morningstar

 

Diversity Project ‘Next’ Practices

LeAnn Trejo, Capital Group | American Funds

 

Diversity Project Benchmarking

Dianne Gallagher, American Century

 

Diversity Project Industry Engagement

Maggie Sullivan, Fiera Capital

 

Fund & Investor Services

John Keating, BlackRock

 

Fund Administration

Gary Casagrande, Confluence

 

General Membership Meeting 

Gary Casagrande, Confluence

 

Next Gen 

Alex Woodcock, SS&C ALPS

 

Product & Distribution

Mark Thomas, PIMCO

Retirement

Amy O’Leary, Capital Group | American Funds

 

SMA Working Group

Greg Weiss, BlackRock

 

Strategic Leadership Forum 

Jon Maro, BlackRock

 

Technology & Innovation

Sach Diwan, Northern Trust

 

UIT

Beth Bull, First Trust Portfolios

 

Unclaimed Property

Dave Calvani, Fidelity

 

Webinar Advisory

Michelle Carlow, Accenture

 

President’s Awards

Dan Moorman, Wells Fargo Advisors

David Rosen, Morgan Stanley

Lynette Turner, BNY Mellon

 

About Nicsa 

Nicsa is a not-for-profit trade association striving to connect all facets of the global asset management industry in order to develop, share, implement, and advance leading practices.  For over fifty years, Nicsa has promoted an open and collaborative environment, where members’ and partners’ deep expertise and unique perspectives have come together to help strategically implement and support the industry’s most vital issues. Click here for more information about membership.

 

Nicsa aims to help firms operating in all segments of the global asset management industry meet the changing needs of their clients by aligning and educating industry participants through formal education programs, interactive forums, networking opportunities, and initiatives such as the Diversity Project North America. The Diversity Project’s goal is to accelerate progress towards a diverse and inclusive culture in the asset management industry to deliver the best possible results for clients, reflect the society we serve, and ensure long-term business sustainability. Click here for more information on Nicsa’s Diversity Project North America initiative.

 

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Boston, MA – February 22, 2021 — Nicsa’s Strategic Leadership Forum will take place via a virtual platform from February 24-26 and will feature some of the industry’s most influential innovators.

 

The theme of this year’s SLF is “2021: The Year of the Relationship.” The event will bring together industry thought leaders to explore dynamic and diverse perspectives on building the skills and tools necessary for creating (or re-creating) meaningful engagement with employees, advisors, investors, and the communities we serve.

 

Featured speakers include:

 

Nicsa’s Learning Clinics are planned to give participants clear and actionable insights on how:

 

“Nicsa’s SLF­­­ is open to all employees of corporate registrants. We are excited about the opportunity to deeply engage with member firms and to provide a platform for them to engage with some of the industry’s most influential thought leaders,” said Jim Fitzpatrick, President and CEO of Nicsa.

Tyler Mathisen, CNBC’s co-anchor of the popular “Power Lunch,” returns to the Nicsa stage to moderate the much anticipated annual Face the Membership session, and Jim Jessee leads an executive session about Asset Management in a New Age.

BlackRock’s Robert Kapito will headline as a closing speaker in a Fireside Chat with Justine Phoenix, Head of Diversity Project North America for Nicsa.


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Nicsa is a not-for-profit trade association striving to connect all facets of the global asset management industry in order to develop, share, implement, and advance leading practices.  For over fifty years, Nicsa has promoted an open and collaborative environment, where members’ and partners’ deep expertise and unique perspectives have come together to help strategically implement and support the industry’s most vital issues. Click here for more information about membership.

 

Nicsa aims to help firms operating in all segments of the global asset management industry meet the changing needs of their clients by aligning and educating industry participants through formal education programs, interactive forums, networking opportunities, and initiatives such as the Diversity Project North America. The Diversity Project’s goal is to accelerate progress towards a diverse and inclusive culture in the asset management industry to deliver the best possible results for clients, reflect the society we serve, and ensure long-term business sustainability. Click here for more information on Nicsa’s Diversity Project North America initiative.

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Boston, MA – December 15, 2020— Nicsa, a leading asset management trade association, today announced the winners of the 2020 Nicsa NOVA Awards, which recognize excellence in innovation and leadership within the asset management industry.

The 2020 award winners are as follows:

Lifetime Achievement Award

Paul Schott Stevens, President & CEO, Member of the Executive Committee & Board of Directors, Investment Company Institute (ICI)

Outstanding Service to the Fund Industry - Robert L. Gould Award

Michael Woodall, Chief of Operations, Putnam Investments

President's Award for Outstanding Service to the Asset Management Industry

Tyler Mathisen, Anchor/Correspondent/Program Host, CNBC

Strategic Leadership Award

Brian Jones, Executive Vice President, Envision Financial Systems

Liliana Robu, Principal, Financial Services Industry Leader, Deloitte Consulting LLP

Industry Innovation Awards 
Innovation in Distribution | John McDonough, Head of U.S. Wealth Management Intermediaries, Invesco Distributors, Inc.

Innovation in Product Development & Marketing | DFIN: ArcDigital and the 'Add to Cart' Campaign

Innovation in Product Development & Marketing | Horizon8: valid8Me

Innovation in Technology | BNY Mellon: Fraud Hub

Innovation in Technology | State Street: State Street AlphaSM
Operational Excellence | JPMorgan Chase & Co. Corporate Investment Bank Securities Services Conversion Team

Emerging Leaders

Margaret Farquharson, Senior Director, Head of Exchange-Traded Funds, Nationwide

Patrick Horgan, Managing Director, Horizon8

Karen Lee, Vice President, PIMCO

Shrey Malla, Senior Director, Foreside

Ninon Marapachi, Head of Asset Management Relationships, Bank of America

Luis Ochoa, VP Strategic Planning, BNY Mellon Wealth Management

Andrew Reber, Development Manager, Asset Management & Alternatives, FIS

 

“We are very pleased to recognize the 2020 NOVA Award honorees, who exemplify Nicsa’s core mission and demonstrate dedication, excellence, and leadership within the global asset management community,” said Jim Fitzpatrick, President & CEO of Nicsa.

About Nicsa 

Nicsa is a not-for-profit trade association striving to connect all facets of the global asset management industry in order to develop, share, implement, and advance leading practices.  For over fifty years, Nicsa has promoted an open and collaborative environment, where members’ and partners’ deep expertise and unique perspectives have come together to help strategically implement and support the industry’s most vital issues. Click here for more information about membership.

 

Nicsa aims to help firms operating in all segments of the global asset management industry meet the changing needs of their clients by aligning and educating industry participants through formal education programs, interactive forums, networking opportunities, and initiatives such as the Diversity Project North America. The Diversity Project’s goal is to accelerate progress towards a diverse and inclusive culture in the asset management industry to deliver the best possible results for clients, reflect the society we serve, and ensure long-term business sustainability. Click here for more information on Nicsa’s Diversity Project North America initiative.

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Racial equity is a critical topic for the asset management industry with a renewed sense of urgency sparked by the death of George Floyd in Minneapolis earlier this year and the events that followed. The industry has acknowledged a shared responsibility to address inequity, as well as its impact to employees, investors, and the communities in which they operate. There is an acute need for asset managers and financial services firms to collaboratively develop best practices that can be onboarded, tracked, and measured.

 

Member firms of the Diversity Project North America participated in a Round Table on Advancing Racial Equity in Asset Management in October 2020. Forum attendees were C-suite business leaders representing a large array of firms in terms of size and business function.

 

They were invited to share open thoughts and authentic dialogue around advancing racial equity in the global asset management industry during a virtual, face-to-face discussion. Turning “learnings” into leadership was a key focus for Round Table participants. With reflection upon the social unrest that the nation has experienced over the past several months, the group shared examples of policies and programs initiated in direct response to the current landscape in the United States and around the world.

 

An executive summary report can be found here. We welcome your feedback and insights on this critical issue at [email protected].

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Boston, MA – October 28, 2020 – Nicsa is pleased to announce the release of its 2020 Pulse Survey Report: a pulse check on the perception of diversity, equity and inclusion in the asset management industry.

 

As part of its mission to accelerate D&I in the asset management industry, Nicsa’s Diversity Project North America partnered with CareerAgility to conduct a Pulse Survey of its members and those in the broader industry. Survey questions centered on beliefs around D&I and corporate progress. 

 

The report seeks to identify the gaps and provide baselines from which the industry can measure its progress. This is the first year Nicsa has conducted the survey. The takeaways are intended to serve as a baseline to measure progress against as the industry moves forward on the path toward inclusivity and equity.

Justine Phoenix, Head of Diversity Project North America stated, “The research acts to illuminate the issues and presents an opportunity for the industry to collectively raise the bar and work together to build the tools that allow people the opportunity to develop in an inclusive environment.”

 

“At Nicsa, we are confident that our member firms are committed to change, and we are proud to be among the industry leaders calling for greater diversity, equity and inclusion. Our collaborative efforts will help position the global asset management industry for the workforce of the future, diversified and transparent, with equitable opportunity for all,” said Jim Fitzpatrick, President & CEO of Nicsa.

 

This is the first year Nicsa has conducted the survey. The research paper is available via the organization’s website at nicsa.org.

 

About Diversity Project North America

The Diversity Project’s goal is to accelerate progress towards a diverse and inclusive culture in the asset management industry to deliver the best possible results for clients, reflect the society we serve, and ensure long-term business sustainability. Click here for more information on Nicsa’s Diversity Project North America initiative.

 

About Nicsa 

Nicsa is a not-for-profit trade association striving to connect all facets of the global asset management industry in order to develop, share, implement, and advance leading practices.  For over fifty years, Nicsa has promoted an open and collaborative environment, where members’ and partners’ deep expertise and unique perspectives have come together to help strategically implement and support the industry’s most vital issues. Click here for more information about membership.

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Boston, MA – October 13, 2020 – Nicsa announced at its 2020 General Membership Meeting the election of Scott Brady, Head of US Product Development & Strategy at Columbia Threadneedle Investments, as Chairman of its Board of Directors.

 

As Chairman, Mr. Brady will preside over the governing body of the Association as well as Nicsa’s executive committee. The board is responsible for oversight of policy and activities of the trade association, whose members include asset managers, broker dealers, custodian banks, transfer agents, and other professional service firms including audit, tax, law, technology, marketing, and compliance.

 

Commenting on the appointment, Nicsa President & CEO Jim Fitzpatrick said, “Scott’s comprehensive knowledge base and strategic outlook on the asset management industry will serve Nicsa well. We are very pleased to have an individual of Scott’s caliber lead our mission to connect all facets of the global asset management community to tackle top issues facing the industry.”

Nicsa also announced the election of six new members to its Board of Directors:

 

Janet Bienkowski | MFS

Kevin Mahn | Hennion & Walsh

Michael Melles | FIS

Jennifer McGovern | Blackrock

Melanie Pickett | Northern Trust

Gem Pushpaharan | Allianz

 

View full list of Nicsa board members here.

 

“I am delighted to work with the members of the Nicsa leadership team to address vital issues facing the global asset management industry. A cross section of wide-ranging industry perspectives, experience, and expertise will certainly be invaluable in our efforts to implement and advance industry best practices,” said Mr. Brady. 

 

The full list of elected officers on the Nicsa Executive Committee include:

Scott Brady (Chairman) | Columbia Threadneedle Investments

Stacy Bernstein (Vice Chairman) | American Century Investments

Janet Bienkowski | MFS

Larry Fahey | Eaton Vance

Lisa Halbach | Bank of America/Merrill Lynch

Josh Lovell | State Street

Dave Whitaker | Foreside

About Nicsa 

Nicsa is a not-for-profit trade association striving to connect all facets of the global asset management industry in order to develop, share, implement, and advance leading practices.  For over fifty years, Nicsa has promoted an open and collaborative environment, where members’ and partners’ deep expertise and unique perspectives have come together to help strategically implement and support the industry’s most vital issues. Click here for more information about membership.

Nicsa aims to help firms operating in all segments of the global asset management industry meet the changing needs of their clients by aligning and educating industry participants through formal education programs, interactive forums, networking opportunities, and initiatives such as the Diversity Project North America. The Diversity Project’s goal is to accelerate progress towards a diverse and inclusive culture in the asset management industry to deliver the best possible results for clients, reflect the society we serve, and ensure long-term business sustainability. Click here for more information on Nicsa’s Diversity Project North America initiative.

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Boston, MA – September 28, 2020 — Nicsa’s keystone industry event, its General Membership Meeting, is going virtual this year and features some of the industry’s most influential innovators. The GMM will take place from October 7-9.

 

The General Membership Meeting will bring together industry professionals via a virtual platform to hear dynamic and diverse perspectives on the most pressing issues facing the global asset management industry. The event is designed for asset managers, broker dealers, banks, and professional service and consulting firms strategically positioning their firms in an uncertain environment.

 

Notable speakers include Jamie Dimon, JPMorgan Chase & Co.; Jennifer Johnson of Franklin Resources; Mellody Hobson of Ariel Investments, LLC; Soledad O'Brien, award-winning journalist and entrepreneur; and Tyler Mathisen of CNBC.

 

In all, thirty-seven speakers from 34 different companies will cover top-of-mind issues such as: returning to the workplace, inclusion and wellness, forward-looking business modeling, product trends and lifecycles, differentiation and competitive advantages, the economic and political landscape, and more. Nicsa’s line-up of impressive speakers, along with an agenda featuring candid and authentic conversations is strategically planned to help the global asset management industry reimagine the path forward.

 

“Nicsa is taking a new approach this year and is opening participation to all employees of corporate registrants. While we are disappointed that we will not be seeing our members in person this year, the virtual format lends itself to deeper engagement within member firms, and has offered us an opportunity to host some of the industry’s most influential speakers,” said Jim Fitzpatrick, President and CEO of Nicsa.

 

Tyler Mathisen, CNBC’s co-anchor of the popular “Power Lunch,” returns to the Nicsa stage to moderate the much anticipated annual Face the Membership session, featuring two of the industry’s most powerful thought leaders: Jennifer Johnson and Mellody Hobson. Both are on Barron’s 2020 list of The 100 Most Influential Women in Finance.

 

JPMorgan Chase & Co. Chairman and CEO Jamie Dimon, a financial industry leader and catalyst for innovation, will headline as a closing speaker in a Fireside Chat with Jim Fitzpatrick, President & CEO of Nicsa.

Nicsa will consider complimentary media registration to editors and reporters with valid press credentials. Submit inquiries here.

 

About Nicsa 

Nicsa is a not-for-profit trade association striving to connect all facets of the global asset management industry in order to develop, share, implement, and advance leading practices.  For over fifty years, Nicsa has promoted an open and collaborative environment, where members’ and partners’ deep expertise and unique perspectives have come together to help strategically implement and support the industry’s most vital issues. Click here for more information about membership.

 

Nicsa aims to help firms operating in all segments of the global asset management industry meet the changing needs of their clients by aligning and educating industry participants through formal education programs, interactive forums, networking opportunities, and initiatives such as the Diversity Project North America. The Diversity Project’s goal is to accelerate progress towards a diverse and inclusive culture in the asset management industry to deliver the best possible results for clients, reflect the society we serve, and ensure long-term business sustainability. Click here for more information on Nicsa’s Diversity Project North America initiative.

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Thought leaders and industry innovators from across the asset management spectrum will convene at Nicsa’s virtual General Membership Meeting from October 7-9. The speaker lineup features leading experts from a diverse set of asset management firms, broker dealers, and an extensive group of financial services firms.

 

Thirty-seven speakers from 34 different companies will cover top-of-mind issues such as: returning to the workplace, inclusion and wellness, forward-looking business modeling, product trends and lifecycles, differentiation and competitive advantages, the economic and political landscape, and more.

  

Keynotes:

 

Speakers:

Whitfield Athey, Delta Data                            

Renee Baker, Raymond James

Dan Beckman, Columbia Threadneedle

Michelle Bruno, FIS

Gary Casagrande, Confluence

Glen Casey, American Century 

Regina Curry, Franklin Templeton

Rhonda Dixon-Gunner, Invesco

Erin Farrell Donnelly, Bank of America 

Margaret Farquharson, Nationwide

Jim Fitzpatrick, Nicsa

Paul Francisco, State Street

Catherine Goonetileke, EY

Justin Hall, PwC

Ben Huneke, Morgan Stanley

Stacy Korsak , Fidelity  

Matthias Kristol, JPMorgan Chase & Co. 

York Lo, John Hancock

Sarah Maynard, CFA Institute

Victoria McGowan, BNY Mellon

Jay Nusblatt, DFIN

Robert Pettman, LPL Financial

Janelle Prevost, BNY Mellon

Kevin Quirk, Casey Quirk

Robyn Tice, Eaton Vance 

Keith Totten, Aliter Investment Services

Greg Valliere, AGF Investments

Stacey Winning, Dimensional Fund Advisors

Candida 'Candi' Wolff, Citi

Cindy Wolpert, Results-Based Coaching

Linda York, Cogent Syndicated

Click here to preview the GMM Agenda, featuring 10+ hours of educational content. New this year, the 2020 GMM registration structure will be at the firm level, with unlimited registrations with your corporate pass. Check here to see if your firm is registered, or contact us to initiate a corporate registration.

 

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