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New York City Releases Inaugural MWBE Investment Report

New York City Comptroller Brad Lander released the inau­gural report on his office’s work with minority- and wom­en-owned investment firms and emerging managers on Nov. 1.

11.02.22
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SEC Confirms DEI Factors Fall Within Fiduciary Duty

The Securities and Exchange Commission has confirmed that incorporating diversity, equity and inclusion factors when rec­ommending or selecting investment managers for clients is consistent with an investment advisors’ fiduciary duty.

11.02.22
Proposed Bill Promotes Endowment Transparency & Diversity
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Proposed Bill Promotes Endowment Transparency & Diversity

U.S. Representative Emanuel Cleaver (D-Mo.) has introduced a bill to help ensure colleges and universities are providing opportunities to women and minority asset managers.

11.02.22
New Diversity Tech Platform Debuts
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New Diversity Tech Platform Debuts

A newly-launched diversity tech platform offering a certification program for financial services conferences has launched a new service to connect media with diverse sources.

10.05.22
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Jensen Partners Releases Industry Report

Jensen Partners has released an updated alternative as­set industry diversity report.

10.05.22
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Callan Opens Registration For Next EM Event

Callan has opened registration for its upcoming Callan Connects event being held on Oct. 26.

10.05.22
PGIM Fixed-Income Names First DEI Head
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PGIM Fixed-Income Names First DEI Head

PGIM Fixed Income has appointed Diane Parker as its first head of diversity, equity and inclusion, the firm announced.

10.05.22
Consistent Challenges For Emerging & Diverse Mgrs.: Verus Survey
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Consistent Challenges For Emerging & Diverse Mgrs.: Verus Survey

Investment consulting firm Verus recently disclosed the results of its survey to managers participating in its 2022 emerging and diverse man­ager due diligence days, with most findings remaining consistent with results from prior years.

10.05.22
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AAPI Women Face Double-Edged Sword In Career Success Path

Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) women in investment management face a double-edged sword as many indicated they must break through two ceilings — bamboo and glass — to achieve success on their personal career paths, according to a new study

10.05.22
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Former Northern Trust AM President Launches Investment Firm

Former Northern Trust Asset Management President Shun­drawn Thomas has launched a private investing firm aiming to provide growth capital and support to business operators.

10.05.22