Exploring the Intersection of Investment Practices and Governance at SEC's Investment Management Conference

The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) will be hosting a virtual conference, “Conference on Asset Managers,” to provide the public with an opportunity to engage in dialogue about asset managers, corporate governance, private funds, investment complexity, and the effects of international services. The SEC Chair Gary Gensler, Division Director William Birdthistle, and Division staff will participate in the conference. It is anticipated that topics such as investor protection, industry concentration, retail investors, fund trends, and investment innovation will be discussed. Asset managers, who are responsible for providing financial services to their clients, play an important role in the worldwide economy. The conference topic is intended to offer insight into how asset managers are collaborating with regulators and other stakeholders to develop and implement better practices. Discussions will also highlight the latest developments in investor protection and enhanced disclosure of financial information. In addition, the conference will address the use of technology and data mining as tools to aid asset manager compliance and streamline transactions. Participants can expect to gain valuable knowledge on regulatory aspects of asset management and understand how global market upheavals are impacting asset managers.