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The Nine
by Nicsa
Connecting the asset & wealth management industry in nine minutes or less. Every month on the 9th at 9:00 AM Eastern, we bring you insightful conversations with industry leaders, exploring their career journeys, key lessons learned, and perspectives on opportunities in the industry. In between, we're adding episodes to the mix in a different format that explore trending industry themes - always in nine minutes, or less. Nicsa is a not-for-profit trade association striving to connect all facets of the global asset and wealth management industry in order to develop, share, implement, and advance leading practices. Learn more at http://nicsa.org.
Episodes
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The Rise of Collective Investment Trusts with Chris Bailey, Cerulli Associates
In this episode of The Nine, we speak with Chris Bailey, Director of Retirement at Cerulli Associates, about the continued growth and evolution of Collective Investment Trusts (CITs) and their expanding role in the retirement marketplace. Chris shares perspective on the forces reshaping defined...
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What’s Really Been Driving Markets with Mike Dembro, MFS Investment Management
In this episode of The Nine, we speak with Mike Dembro, Lead Investment Strategist at MFS Investment Management, about the forces that have truly been shaping markets over the past year. Amid persistent headlines around policy shifts, rate volatility, and renewed inflation concerns, Mike shares...
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Luxembourg in Focus: Global Fund Hub with Jorge Rodriguez, Monterey Insight
In this episode of The Nine, Sarah Walter of Nicsa speaks with Jorge Rodriguez, Head of Sales & Marketing at Monterey Insight, in collaboration with ALFI, about the continued growth of Luxembourg as a leading global fund hub. Jorge shares perspective on what’s driving growth and which segments…
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Cyber Defense in the Age of AI: Judith Pinto of Accenture
In this episode of The Nine, we turn to an urgent industry challenge: cybersecurity in the age of artificial intelligence. We sat down with Judith Pinto, Managing Director and U.S. Banking and Capital Markets Security Lead at Accenture, fresh off the stage at Nicsa’s Asset & Wealth Management...
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AI-Powered Client Engagement: David Breakstone of ServiceNow
David Breakstone, Global Head of Wealth & Asset Management Go-to-Market at ServiceNow helps us unpack how artificial intelligence is redefining client engagement across the industry. In just nine minutes, David shares: · How to balance automation with authenticity, trust, and human judgment. ·…
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Agentic AI in Action: Bob Suh, CEO of OnCorps AI
In this episode of The Nine, we sit down with Bob Suh, Founder and CEO of OnCorps AI, to unpack the rapid evolution of artificial intelligence across financial operations. Trading volumes have surged across the industry, but operational capacity hasn’t kept pace. Bob explains why a new wave of...
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The Secrets of Successful AI Adoption for Asset & Wealth Management Firms, with Olmstead's Anthony Whitford
Olmstead's Head of Data, AI, and Technology Practice, Anthony Whitford, shares the secrets of successful AI adoption strategy ahead of his panel at Nicsa's Asset & Wealth Management Summit November 11+12 in Boston. For more, visit: http://nicsa.org and http://olmst.com And check out these…
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Ramine Bigdeliazari on How Tokenization & Digital Assets are Shaping the Future of Asset & Wealth Management
Fidelity Digital Assets’ Ramine Bigdeliazari joins The Nine to discuss how digital assets and tokenization are reshaping asset & wealth management. From stablecoins to tokenized funds, he explores the opportunities, challenges, and future impact of this rapidly evolving space. Hear more at...
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Noise, Risk, and Readiness: Bite-sized Insights from 2025 Nicsa Live Events with Mike Dembro, Joanne Kane, and Tim Pitney
In this special compilation episode of The Nine, we’re bringing you bite-sized insights from live Nicsa events, featuring expert voices on three of the industry’s most talked-about topics. Mike Dembro (MFS) puts political noise in perspective with a data-driven look at investing through…
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From Complexity to Clarity: Mike Mastroianni on What’s Next for Fund Innovation
In this episode of The Nine, Mike Mastroianni—Nicsa Board member and industry operations veteran—joins host Sarah Walter to unpack the forces reshaping the asset and wealth management landscape. With experience across service providers, asset managers, and client channels, Mike offers a unique…
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What You Need to Know About Dual Share Class ETFs with Christopher Swansey and Daniil Shapiro of Cerulli Associates
In this timely episode of The Nine, we explore the growing interest in dual share class ETFs—a product structure that could significantly reshape the investment landscape. Host Sarah Walter is joined by Christopher Swansey and Daniil Shapiro of Cerulli Associates, who offer expert insights into…
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Curiosity as a Superpower: Cheri Belski on Leading with Vision in a Changing Industry
In this episode of The Nine, Sarah Walter welcomes Cheri Belski, Head of Investment Management Solutions at LPL Financial, for a dynamic conversation on leadership, adaptability, and the evolving future of asset and wealth management. Cheri shares how an unconventional path—from politics to...
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Going the Distance: Fighting Cancer with Purpose and Community, with Expect Miracles Foundation's Frank Heavey
In this inspiring episode of The Nine, host Sarah Walter is joined by Frank Heavey, Executive Director of the Expect Miracles Foundation (EMF). Frank shares the mission behind EMF—from raising over $23 million for cancer research to supporting young adult survivors—and offers a look into the...
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Helping Americans Live the Life They Want to Live, with ICI CEO Eric Pan
In this episode of The Nine, we're joined by Eric Pan, President and CEO of the Investment Company Institute (ICI), for a timely and insightful conversation on the evolving landscape of asset and wealth management. Fresh off the stage at Nicsa’s Strategic Leadership Forum, Eric shares his…
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Rising Stars: Shaping the Future of Asset & Wealth Management
In this special episode, we sit down with five exceptional professionals from Nicsa’s Rising Stars program to discuss their transformative experiences at the 2025 Strategic Leadership Forum. From building powerful networks to embracing authenticity in the workplace, these future industry leaders...
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Mike Dembro, MFS's Lead Investment Strategist | Holding Steady In the Face of Market Uncertainty
In this episode of The Nine, Mike Dembro, Lead Investment Strategist at MFS Investment Management, shares his journey from early investing lessons to navigating major financial crises. Fresh off the stage at Nicsa’s Strategic Leadership Forum, he discusses the importance of resilience, industry...
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Rob Kane, Commonwealth Financial Network’s Director of Alternative Investments | A Playbook for Success
In this episode of The Nine, we sit down with Rob Kane, Director of Alternative Investments at Commonwealth Financial Network, to explore his unconventional path into asset & wealth management. Rob shares how his background in sports shaped his path to this industry, the pivotal moments that...
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BONUS: From Barista to Exec | Sarah Walter, Nicsa's Head of Asset & Wealth Management Relationships
In this bonus episode of The Nine, host Justine Phoenix sits down with Sarah Walter, Nicsa's new Head of Asset & Wealth Management Relationships. Sarah shares her unconventional journey from studying agricultural economics in Montana to becoming a leader in the financial services industry. She...
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David Wu, Morgan Stanley’s Head of GenAI | From Wall Street Dreams to AI Leadership
We chat with David Wu, Head of Generative AI at Morgan Stanley Wealth Management. From his unconventional path inspired by the film "Wall Street" to leading in AI without a tech degree, David shares pivotal career moments, the importance of mentorship, and lessons in leadership. Discover how he...
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NicsaTalk - Consultant Michelle Fuller (former Head of US Private Wealth Distribution at John Hancock)
Fresh from leaving a leadership role at John Hancock to accelerate growth in her family’s auto business, Michelle Fuller talks to us in person at Nicsa's 2024 Asset and Wealth Management Summit, reflecting on the people and circumstances she encountered along the way. You won’t want to miss the...
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NicsaTalk - Partner at PwC, John Stadtler
Join us in a discussion with PwC's John Stadtler that includes lessons learned, career advice, and his take on some of the asset and wealth management industry’s most important topics. For more, visit http://nicsa.org/podcasts
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Head of US Fund Administration at Northern Trust, Gary Casagrande
Gary Casagrande traces his path through the industry, highlighting the value of continued learning throughout your career, as well as the work you'd need to put into networking in order to get the best returns. Hear about all that and much more in this episode of NicsaTalk. For more, visit...
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NicsaTalk - Schwab Asset Management President, CEO, & CIO, Omar Aguilar
Dr. Omar Aguilar, President, CEO, & CIO of Schwab Asset Management, reflects on his background and highlights the importance of being flexible about your career path. Recorded on-site at Nicsa Diversity Project North America’s Fearless Leadership Symposium 2024. For more, visit...
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NicsaTalk - CEO of ALFI, Serge Weyland
The Association of the Luxembourg Fund Industry’s new CEO Serge Weyland shares some of the challenges he overcame and lessons he learned along the way. Recorded on-site at Nicsa’s Strategic Leadership Forum 2024. For more, visit http://nicsa.org/podcasts
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NicsaTalk - CFO and EVP at MFS, Amrit Kanwal
Hear from MFS CFO Amrit Kanwal about his background, lessons learned, and advice. Recorded on-site just after he came offstage at Nicsa’s Strategic Leadership Forum 2024. For more, visit http://nicsa.org/podcasts
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NicsaTalk - President and CEO of State Street Global Advisors, Yie-Hsin Hung
Yie-Hsin Hung shares some of the defining moments of her career so far, and some of the lessons learned along her journey to be SSGA’s President & CEO. Recorded at Nicsa’s Strategic Leadership Forum 2024, where Yie-Hsin answered audience questions alongside Edward Jones’ Penny Pennington in our...
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NicsaTalk Special Edition - Expect Miracles Foundation Distance Challenge May 14-21, 2024
In this Special Edition episode of NicsaTalk, Expect Miracles Foundation Director of Development Maggie Dombroski joins Nicsa's Justine Phoenix to talk about EMF's annual Distance Challenge, a global peer-to-peer fundraiser where participants can run, walk, bike, or do anything else that gets…
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NicsaTalk -Managing Partner at Edward Jones, Penny Pennington
Listen in as the top leader at Edward Jones, Managing Partner Penny Pennington, shares moments that defined her career, ways her family guided her, and her vision for the future of the asset and wealth management industry. Recorded at Nicsa’s Strategic Leadership Forum 2024, where Penny answered...
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NicsaTalk - Chairman Emeritus at Invesco, Marty Flanagan
Our guest Marty Flanagan served as a director, President, and Chief Executive Officer of Invesco, one of the world’s leading investment management firms, for nearly twenty years. Join us for a frank conversation about his career and lessons learned in his long and high-reaching leadership…
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NicsaTalk - Chief U.S. Economist at FS Investments, Lara Rhame
FS's Chief US Economist, Lara Rhame, joins Justine Phoenix on the NicsaTalk Podcast, recorded in person at Nicsa's General Membership Meeting in November 2023. Tune in to hear a bit about her outlook on the economy, but stay to learn how she manages work/life balance and other lessons she's…
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NicsaTalk - Head of Alternative Products at John Hancock Investment Management, York Lo
John Hancock's Head of Alternative Products, York Lo, shares insights from his career, and his unique perspective. This episode was recorded live on the floor of Nicsa’s annual General Membership Meeting in November 2023. For more, visit http://nicsa.org/podcasts
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NicsaTalk - Managing Director, Head of Retirement and Personal Wealth Solutions at Bank of America, Lorna Sabbia
Recorded live on the floor of Nicsa’s annual General Membership Meeting in November 2023, in this episode, Bank of America’s Lorna Sabbia shares her perspective and some of the key experiences and lessons that shaped her career. For more, visit http://nicsa.org/podcasts
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NicsaTalk - SVP & Chief Client Officer at American Century, Joe Schultz
Recorded live on the floor of Nicsa’s annual General Membership Meeting in November 2023, this episode features American Century’s Joe Schultz. In it, he delves into his background, and shares one big networking strategy that he would have done even more of if he could go back in time. For more,...
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NicsaTalk - Co-Head of Retail Sales at Franklin Templeton, Mark Lavan
Franklin Templeton's Co-Head of Retail Sales Mark Lavan joins Nicsa's Justine Phoenix to talk about his career path, how he found the right role for himself, and lessons learned along the way. http://nicsa.org/podcasts
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NicsaTalk - Principal at Edward Jones, Steve Rueschhoff
Steve Rueschoff of Edward Jones shares his path to the upper reaches of the asset and wealth management industry, and how events that seem less than ideal at the time can turn out to be the best things to happen in your career. More at http://nicsa.org/podcasts
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NicsaTalk - Chief Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Officer at MFS, Michelle Thompson-Dolberry
Michelle Thompson-Dolberry of MFS shares her unique journey in the asset and wealth management industry, and what she’s learned about the importance and value of bringing one’s authentic self to the job. More at http://nicsa.org/podcasts
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NicsaTalk - Head of Financial Intermediaries at American Century Investments, Stacy Bernstein
Stacy Bernstein, Vice Chair of the Nicsa Board of Directors and Head of Financial Intermediaries at American Century Investments, shares how she turned challenges - such as 11 bosses in 10 years, and taking on a new leadership role fresh out of maternity leave - into growth and success. More at...
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NicsaTalk - Head of Wealth Management Platforms and Invesco Global Consulting, Clint Harris
This month’s guest is Clint Harris, CFA, EVP, Head of Wealth Management Platforms and Invesco Global Consulting at Invesco US, and Member of Nicsa’s Board of Directors. He shares lessons learned about leadership, and his take on where asset and wealth management is heading. For more, visit nicsa.org
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NicsaTalk - Head of Wealth Management Solutions at Ameriprise, Sandy Bolton
In this episode, recorded live on the event floor of Nicsa's 2023 Strategic Leadership Forum during a networking breakfast, Ameriprise's Sandy Bolton shares the unexpected path of her career and how success is not always a straight line upward.
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NicsaTalk - Host of the My CFA Charter Story Podcast and VP at American Century Investments: Sibil Patri
Meet Sibil Sebastian Patri, CFA, CAIA: VP of Strategy and Corporate Development at American Century Investments, and host of the CFA Institute's podcast series My CFA Charter Story. In this episode of NicsaTalk, she chats with Nicsa's Justine Phoenix about her background, what she's learned in…
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NicsaTalk - President and CIO at Hennion & Walsh: Kevin Mahn
Justine chats with Kevin Mahn, President & CIO at Hennion & Walsh Asset Management. He shares how surviving the 9/11 terrorist attack changed the trajectory of his career and his life, alongside sharing some career advice and industry insights. Let us know what you think at...
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NicsaTalk - Nicsa Chair and Head of Product Development and Strategy at Columbia Threadneedle: Scott Brady
Justine chats with Nicsa's Board Chairman and Head of Product Development and Strategy at Columbia Threadneedle, Scott Brady. They touch on hot product trends in the financial industry, career advice, and "Workplace Karma". Let us know what you think at https://www.linkedin.com/company/nicsa/ and...
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The new NicsaTalk - Series Premiere - CEO Jim Fitzpatrick introducing host Justine Phoenix - November 2022
NicsaTalk is relaunching with a whole new format! Every month, we'll share a 15-minute conversation with one of the global asset management industry's best and brightest. They will share stories of their personal and professional journeys, and give you access to important lessons they've learned,...
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Nicsa Podcast - Black History Month 2021
In honor of Black History Month, Nicsa’s Diversity Project North America asked three of our members to share their perspectives and personal stories as black women in the asset management industry They outline their career journeys, recount stories of how allies and mentors helped them along the...
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Nicsa Podcast- Listen, Learn & Lead: Part 3: The Latinx Perspective
As part of its Listen, Learn & Lead series, Nicsa hosts an important discussion with Latinx professionals in the asset management industry about their personal journeys, including career growth opportunities, business relationships, entry into finance.
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Nicsa Podcast - Listen, Learn, & Lead: Part 2: Race In the Global Asset Management Industry
Join us for an important discussion about race in the asset management industry. Hear from a range of generational perspectives about what it means to be a Black senior leader, mid-level manager, or new entrant in the industry.
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Sales and Asset Forecasting: Modeling in an Evolving Global Economy
Join Delta Data and a panel of industry experts for a deep dive into the challenges and opportunities related to market modeling programs. Nicsa.org, DeltaData.com
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Women In Asset Management: Inclusivity In the Digital Landscape
This panel from the Women in Asset Management Virtual Summit in September 2020 goes in-depth on how to make the asset management industry more inclusive in this era of digital and remote work. It featured panelists from Nicsa and Nicsa's Diversity Project North America members. Panelists: Justine...
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Listen, Learn, & Lead: A Dialogue on Authentic Allyship
A conversation about how allies can promote Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, and a candid look at the obstacles impacting black people in the asset management industry. Featuring: Steve Duncan (BNY Mellon), India Gary-Martin (Leadership for Life), Maurice Tsuro (BlackRock), and Jason Tyler...
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Future of the Transfer Agency
FIS and other industry thought leaders discuss lessons learned from COVID19 and how to enhance immunity of the transfer agency in the event of future crises.
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Connecting the asset & wealth management industry in nine minutes or less.
Every month on the 9th at 9:00 AM Eastern, we bring you insightful conversations with industry leaders, exploring their career journeys, key lessons learned, and perspectives on opportunities in the industry. In between, we're adding episodes to the mix in a different format that explore trending industry themes - always in nine minutes, or less.
Nicsa is a not-for-profit trade association striving to connect all facets of the global asset and wealth management industry in order to develop, share, implement, and advance leading practices. Learn more at http://nicsa.org.
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