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Fostering a Diverse & Inclusive Financial Industry

How can we promote diversity, inclusion and parity to shape our workforce and serve our clients?

In this series, Fostering a Diverse & Inclusive Financial Industry, SIFMA teams up with business executives, human resource professionals, diversity practitioners, industry advocates and more to explore how we can promote a diverse and inclusive financial industry.

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This post was originally published on June 17, 2019.

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    Intentional Inclusion – The Role of Culture in Recruiting and Retaining Diverse Talent

    For the second podcast in our D&I series, SIFMA’s Amena Ross, Managing Director of Advocacy, sat down with Jim Reynolds, Chairman & Chief Executive Officer of Loop Capital Markets LLC, to discuss the financial services industry, diversity and inclusion, and how building an intentional company culture can help recruit and retain diverse talent.

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    D&I Initiatives – Opportunities for Positive Impact

    In this first podcast of our Diversity & Inclusion (D&I) series, SIFMA’s Amena Ross, Managing Director of Advocacy, sat down with Edward Jones’ Vanessa Okwuraiwe, Principal of Diversity and Inclusion, to talk about the future of the financial services industry and the innovative D&I programs at Edward Jones. The conversation also highlights the importance of creating a positive and meaningful impact in the communities we serve as well as for our clients and colleagues.

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    Advancing Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

    Research has shown that firms with diverse employment perform better, and an inclusive environment allows for greater collaboration and innovation. Learn about the initiatives and steps being taken to advance diversity and inclusion in the industry.

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    The Financial Industry Takes a Stand for Equality and Justice

    SIFMA and our members have long prioritized diversity and inclusion in the financial services industry and we recognize there is much more to do. Diversity and inclusion means building a workforce that represents our entire society, and it also means equality for all and equal justice under the law.

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    Making Progress on D&I in Financial Services

    The securities industry recognizes that building and maintaining a diverse and inclusive workforce, one that reflects the diversity of the clients and communities we serve, is both the right thing to do and a business imperative.

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    Making Progress on D&I in Financial Services

    In theory, the case for a diverse and inclusive workplace is a simple one. As an Ernst & Young study and guide, “Creating a strong sense of belonging for all,” shows, employees who experience the feeling of belonging at work are more motivated, perform at higher levels, and are physically and mentally healthier.

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    A Seat at the Table: D&I in Financial Services

    Diversity and inclusion initiatives remain a top priority for financial services firms. Discussions have moved beyond whether diversity and inclusion are essential to a firm’s success: everyone agrees they are.

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    Operations for the Future: Diversity for Success

    At SIFMA’s 2019 Operations Conference & Exhibition, conversations revolved around the evolving role of the operations professional. A pivotal factor in this maturation: diversity and inclusion.

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    Diversity & Inclusion in Private Wealth: A Continuing Focus

    Diversity & Inclusion truly was top-of-mind at SIFMA’s 2019 Private Client Conference. Panelists not only discussed the necessity of incorporating D&I initiatives at their firms but also prominently highlighted the changing face of the industry, as 40% of conference speakers were female.

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    Making Diversity & Inclusion an Intentional Reality

    Research has proven that a company’s bottom line, whether in financial services or another industry sector, is directly influenced by the diversity of its leadership. To achieve diversity that reflects and is better able to serve an equally diverse clientele requires clear commitment and intentional effort towards diversity and inclusion.

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    Investing in Diversity is an Investment in our Economy and Society as a Whole

    Financial industry leaders, regulators and corporate stakeholders play a pivotal role in shaping organizational culture to achieve a more inclusive and effective workforce. At SIFMA's Annual Meeting, the Honorable Joyce Beatty (D-Ohio), Member of the House Committee on Financial Services, joined moderator Larry E. Thompson, DTCC Vice Chairman & DTCC Deriv/SERV Chairman of the Board, and a panel of chief executive officers to discuss how the actions and leadership of a firm’s executive team can bring meaningful change.

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    The Business Case for Diversity and Inclusion

    The business case for diversity and inclusion was top of mind at SIFMA’s 2016 Annual Meeting The Capital Markets Conference. Panelists touched on the rapidly changing demographic landscape and the need for companies to adapt in kind. Congresswoman Terri Sewell addressed the audience, saying, “The success of our nation’s financial sector hinges on its most important asset - its people.”

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