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Curiosity vs conviction- diversity, equity and inclusion

Curiosity vs conviction- diversity, equity and inclusion

FromCritical thinking, critical issues


Curiosity vs conviction- diversity, equity and inclusion

FromCritical thinking, critical issues

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Length:
38 minutes
Released:
Aug 31, 2021
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

How do investors move from curiosity to conviction when it comes to increasing diversity in their portfolios?In this episode, Bob L Greene, President and CEO of National Association of Investment Companies, the industry association for diverse-owned private equity firms and hedge funds,  joins our Mercer specialists to discuss how LPs could achieve greater diversity whether based on portfolio requirements, board demands, or the opportunity set. To “add diversity,” investors must not only answer important questions, they must know what those important questions are. We will discuss how to start the crucial conversations around gender and racial equity necessary for creating a diverse portfolio.Additionally, during the episode we will explore the techniques required to find quality managers in the large, current pool of diverse and emerging managers.Diversity and inclusion is different than ESG. Listen and learn how to effectively consider and implement diversity into private markets portfolios.This content is for institutional investors and information purposes only. It does not contain investment, financial, legal, tax or any other advice and should not be relied upon for this purpose. The materials are not tailored to your particular personal and/or financial position. If you require advice based on your specific circumstances, you should contact a professional adviser. Opinions expressed are those of the speakers as of the date of publication, are subject to change without notice and do not necessarily reflect Mercer’s opinions.Read our full important notices - click here
Released:
Aug 31, 2021
Format:
Podcast episode

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Join our thought leaders and special guests, as they explore and debate the themes, trends and opportunities shaping markets, and how these may translate for investors.This content is for institutional investors and information purposes only. It does not contain investment, financial, legal, tax or any other advice and should not be relied upon for this purpose. The materials are not tailored to your particular personal and/or financial position. If you require advice based on your specific circumstances, you should contact a professional adviser. Opinions expressed are those of the speakers as of the date of publication, are subject to change without notice and do not necessarily reflect Mercer’s opinions.