Monday, October 28

12:00pm – 1:00pm ET
Board of Directors Luncheon

For Board members only. 

1:00pm – 3:30pm ET
Board of Directors Meeting

For Board members only. 

4:00pm – 5:00pm ET
Committee Co-Chair Town Hall

For Committee Co-Chairs and Board members only. Committee members are not expected to attend. 

5:00pm – 8:00pm ET
Board and Committee Co-Chair Reception and Dinner

For Board members and Committee Co-Chairs only. Committee members are not expected to attend. 

Tuesday, October 29

7:30am - 8:30am ET
Networking Breakfast

Join us for a Welcome Networking Breakfast to kick off the 2024 Asset & Wealth Management Summit.

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8:30am - 8:45am ET
Chairman’s Welcome Remarks

8:45am – 9:45am ET
C-Suite Unplugged: Powerhouse Panel

Overview

Kick off the Summit with a dynamic session featuring top c-suite executives in the asset & wealth management industry. Moderated by Kevin Mahn, President and Chief Investment Officer at Hennion & Walsh Asset Management, this session dives into the most pressing issues and innovations in our industry today.

Speaker(s)

Moderator: Kevin Mahn, President and Chief Investment Officer, Hennion & Walsh Asset Management

Michelle Fuller, Independent Consultant, formerly Head of US Private Wealth at John Hancock

Kristina Hooper, Chief Global Market Strategist, Invesco

Rob Kane, Director, Alternative Investments, Commonwealth Financial Network

9:50am – 10:20am ET
Keynote: The Artificial Intelligence Revolution

Overview

Dive into a visionary keynote exploring how artificial intelligence is set to transform asset and wealth management. Discover groundbreaking insights and prepare for the future of finance! 

Speaker(s)

David Wu, Head of Generative AI, Morgan Stanley Wealth Management

10:20am – 10:40am ET
Networking Break

Take advantage of the Networking Break to mingle with fellow attendees, exchange ideas, and build valuable connections in the industry.

10:40am – 11:25am ET
Artificial Intelligence Unleashed: Game-Changing Strategies for Every Vertical

Overview

Discover where AI is making the biggest impact! Learn which AI strategies are delivering the most value, from investment management and client engagement to compliance, risk management, and reporting. Get the inside scoop on maximizing AI's potential across your organization.

Speaker(s)

Moderator: Michael Sands, Senior Manager, Strategy & Consulting - Capital Markets, Accenture

Kate Chatzopoulos, Independent Consultant

Carl Lingenfelter, Artificial Intelligence Product Manager, Northern Trust

Tod McKenna, Global Head of Data Science and Artificial Intelligence, Citi Securities Services

11:30am – 11:45am ET
Lightning Talk: Election Impact Outlook

Overview

Dive into a fast-paced session on the 2024 election's potential effects on global policies, financial markets, and regulatory landscapes. Don't miss these critical insights!

Speaker(s)

Jennifer Flitton, Head of US Government Affairs, Invesco

11:45am – 12:15pm ET
Networking Break

Take advantage of the Networking Break to mingle with fellow attendees, exchange ideas, and build valuable connections in the industry.

12:15pm – 1:45pm ET
NOVA Awards Luncheon & Presentation

Each year, Nicsa recognizes industry leaders for innovation and leadership across a number of categories within the asset & wealth management industry. The Nicsa NOVA Awards aim to showcase best-in-class initiatives, technologies, and leadership in today's landscape. 

The 2024 Nicsa NOVA Award winners will be presented during the luncheon. 

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Speaker(s)

Jim Fitzpatrick, President & CEO, Nicsa

1:45pm – 2:00pm ET
Networking Break

Take advantage of the Networking Break to mingle with fellow attendees, exchange ideas, and build valuable connections in the industry.

2:00pm – 2:30pm ET
Keynote: Bringing Alts to Market

Overview

Top wealth managers unveil the secrets behind blending alternatives with liquid mutual funds. Get insider tips on distribution strategies and advisor education in this must-attend session for product and distribution pros!

Speaker(s)

Doug Krupa, Managing Director and Head of Global Wealth Solutions in the Americas, KKR

David Unanue, Director, Wealth Management Investment Resources, Capital Group

2:35pm - 3:20pm ET
The Alts Boom: Navigating the Ecosystem

Overview

Prepare for the explosive growth of alternatives! Discover how this diverse asset class is reshaping the industry for retail, HNW, UltraHNW, and institutional clients. Explore the landscape of niche firms, technology platforms, and service providers that are evolving to support the alts ecosystem in this must-attend session.

Speaker(s)

Moderator: Marty Griffin, Managing Director, Fund Operations, Beacon Ridge Capital Management

Nick Darsch, Managing Director, Ultimus Fund Solutions

York Lo, Global Head of Alternative Product Management, John Hancock

Justin Schwartz, Executive Director, Product Management, Wealth Management Services, DTCC

3:20pm - 3:40pm ET
Networking Break

Take advantage of the Networking Break to mingle with fellow attendees, exchange ideas, and build valuable connections in the industry.

3:40pm - 3:55pm ET
Lightning Talk: 360 Degree View of Tokenization

Overview

Get a comprehensive look at asset tokenization in this fast-paced dive into the future of digital assets!

Speaker(s)

Beralda Kokoshi, Business Development Lead, DTCC Digital Assets

4:00pm - 4:45pm ET
Regulatory Shifts: What’s Next for Artificial Intelligence and Alts

Overview

Prepare for transformative shifts in AI and Alternative Investments. Get the latest insights from industry experts on what could be landmark regulatory changes and their impact on these dynamic sectors.

Speaker(s)

Moderator: Joanne Kane, Chief Compliance Officer, Global Investor and Distribution Services, US, SS&C

Jocelyn Aqua, Data, Privacy, Risk and AI Governance Leader, PWC

Nicole Trudeau, General Counsel, Wave Digital Assets

4:45pm – 6:30pm ET
Networking Reception

Unwind and forge new connections at our Networking Reception, where industry professionals gather for an evening of engaging conversations and relationship-building over cocktails and hors d oeuvres.

Wednesday, October 30

8:00am –8:45am ET
Breakfast Session: 7 Common Pitfalls when Building Financial RAG Systems

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9:00am – 9:45am ET
AI-Powered: The Entrepreneur's Story

Overview

Join Brian Moran, CEO and Founder of FLX Networks, as he kicks off Day 2 of the Summit with an inspiring AI-driven success story. Discover how AI catapulted his company's growth and transformed his outlook on the future. Gain critical insights on preparing for the imminent transformation in asset and wealth management.

Speaker(s)

Brian Moran, CEO and Founder, FLX Networks

9:45am – 10:00am ET
Networking Break

Take advantage of the Networking Break to mingle with fellow attendees, exchange ideas, and build valuable connections in the industry.

10:00am – 10:40am ET
Implementation of Artificial Intelligence: Getting to Results

Overview

Successfully deploying AI can be a larger challenge than creating these amazing tools.  This panel of experts will share their successes and failures to help you find the right AI objectives, build trust for adoption, and how to define success. 

Speaker(s)

Moderator: Vanessa Touma, Head of CX Strategy, Distribution Intelligence and Digital Sales, Invesco

Rob Pettman, Chief Revenue Officer and President, TIFIN

Zar Toolan, Principal, Wealth Platforms, Data & AI, Edward Jones

10:45am – 11:30am ET
Mastering Alts: Onboarding & Educating Advisors

Overview

Dive into the strategies used to onboard alternative investments and empower advisors through specialized education. Discover proven methods to integrate alts effectively into your practice.

Speaker(s)

Moderator: Kirsten Pickens, Managing Director and Co-Head of U.S. Distribution, FS Investments

Adam Pennacchio, Executive Director, Alternative Investments, Morgan Stanley

Claire Sawyer, Program Manager, UniFi by CAIA™, CAIA Association

11:30am
Closing Remarks