May 18, 2021
based on environmental, social, and governance (ESG) principles. Virtually every major asset management firm has stepped up their commitment to ESG, along with introducing new funds to meet client demand. But not all ESG products are the same. They vary along important dimensions, such which metrics they use for...
May 17, 2021
Very few financial service firms are led by women. That is especially true among broker dealer firms. Although there are a handful of female leaders gaining attention for big roles, most top leadership positions in this industry remain in the hands of men. My guest today, Michelle Barry, is the exception. She is...
May 13, 2021
Pzena Investment Management is well-known among financial institutions but is new to the advisor community. The firm was started by Rich Pzena, my guest today, in late 1995. It ended the first quarter of 2021 with $49.2 billion in AUM, which is an all-time high, and it has had positive net flows for the past...
May 12, 2021
My guest today, Ryan Sullivan, has written that, in crisis moments, the “pros” are “active.” If a client hasn’t called you, don’t assume they are not concerned. If they get the sense you’re avoiding contacting them, they may reach out to another financial professional for help. But in-person meetings have...