For Board members only. 

For Board members only. 

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

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

Join us for a Welcome Networking Breakfast featuring a lightning talk focused on how AI is impacting your clients. 

Speaker(s)

Kaushal Vinodchandra Sheth, Chief Architect Officer, GFT

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Speaker(s)

Scott Brady, Nicsa Chairman, Columbia Threadneedle

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Andrew Barnum, Senior Vice President – Wealth Managers, iCapital

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

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

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

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

Dan Hays, Principal, Consulting Solutions, PwC

Kelly Chapman, Head of Legal and CCO, Wave Digital Assets

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.

As financial services adopt Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) systems to leverage data-driven insights, many organizations attempt to build these solutions in-house. However, the complexity of integrating these sophisticated technologies often leads to unforeseen challenges. This presentation highlights the seven most common pitfalls that financial institutions encounter when developing their own RAG solutions:

1. Complexity in Vendor Management 
2. Output Accuracy 
3. Computational Costs
4. Explainability
5. Access to State-of-the-Art Models
6. Permission-Based Access Control
7. Intellectual Property Privacy

By understanding these pitfalls, financial services professionals can better navigate the challenges of building and maintaining effective RAG solutions, ensuring more successful outcomes while mitigating risk.

Speaker(s)

Jeff Chapman, Field CTO, Vectara

Sponsored by:

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

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

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

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

Joanna Berg, Director, Sr. Alternative Investments Strategist, BNY Advisors

Adam Pennacchio, Executive Director, Alternative Investments, Morgan Stanley

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