Thought Leadership Sessions
May 25–26 • JW Marriott • Washington, DC
Thought Leadership Sessions
All program times are shown in Eastern time (ET).
Wednesday, May 25 | Thursday, May 26
Wednesday, May 25
1:30–2:15 p.m.
Sponsored Thought Leadership Sessions
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MarketSphere
Understanding the Importance of Unclaimed Property Compliance
Unclaimed property compliance is a legislative requirement for organizations of all sizes and across all industries. However, many companies (holders) are not familiar with current regulations, do not utilize best practices to manage the process, and underestimate the importance of compliance. Join MarketSphere and a panel of experts who will discuss general compliance responsibilities and risks of non-compliance and the impact on your business.
Topics will include:
- The difficulty of managing unclaimed property
- Risks of non-compliance, including penalty and interest assessment and audits
- Audit risks and mitigation strategies
- Voluntary disclosure agreements (VDAs)
- Recent litigation
Moderator:
MIKE HUGHES
Partner, Strategic Solutions
MarketSphere Unclaimed Property SpecialistsPanelists:
BILL BERGER
Director, Reunification Services
MarketSphere Unclaimed Property SpecialistsBENJAMIN BELL
Annual Compliance Practice Delivery Leader
MarketSphereMICHAEL GIOVANNINI
Partner
Alston & Bird LLP
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U.S. Bank Global Fund Services
Insight into Today’s Product Trends
Join our team as they discuss some of today’s more popular product trends. From MSTs, the growth of BDCs, and the launch of crypto funds to converting a mutual fund to an ETF, our group will share insights into operational challenges and service capabilities that will make you rethink your portfolio and help you decide about launching your next new product.
Thursday, May 26
7:45–8:30 a.m.
Sponsored Thought Leadership Sessions
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SS&C
Leveling Up Distribution
As life around the world gradually transitions to a new post-pandemic norm, asset management firms are at a crossroads when it comes to distribution. Do they continue the digital evolution that helped them to survive, and even thrive, over the past two years—or shift back to a strategy that deems in-person meetings to be an essential step toward a sale? Most firms recognize that significant changes are necessary for how they approach distribution: from changes in roles to segmentation to compensation and more.
Join us for an actionable discussion of modern approaches to intermediary distribution that challenge traditional conventions.
Topics will include:
- How do distribution teams (and their leaders) need to evolve in order to enable success?
- As customer behavior and preferences change, what implications does this have on distribution?
- What role do data and technology play in effective distribution?
Speakers:
MATT FRONCZKE
Head of Consulting and Research
SS&CRACHEL JACOBS
Head of US Intermediary Distribution, Client Solutions Group, Americas
Macquarie GroupLEE KOWARSKI
Head of Distribution Solutions
SS&CTOM MORELLI
Head of US Wealth Management Distribution
T. Rowe Price
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UMB Fund Services
Beyond Traditional: The How, What, and Why of Trending New Product Structures
Join UMB Fund Services for discussion of new and unique investment strategies and expanding product vehicles. Panelists will discuss interval funds, collective investment funds, ETFs, and more. Hear what is driving asset managers to jump into new product categories, and where they are hitting roadblocks or finding success. Learn how managers are rethinking third-party partnerships, distribution strategy, valuation, and servicing models to move beyond traditional product structures.
Moderator:
MAUREEN QUILL
Executive Vice President, Executive Director Registered Funds
UMB Fund ServicesSpeakers:
ANN MAURER
Senior Vice President, Registered Funds Products
UMB Fund ServicesTERRENCE McCARTHY
Global Head Fund Administration
Fiera CapitalDEREK MULLINS
Managing Partner
PINE Advisor Solutions