Women in Alternatives 2022 | CFA Society New York | 30 March 2022 | Online

Join this event for an evening of discussion and ideation to enhance entry and advancement opportunities for women in alternative investing.

The 2021 Preqin Impact Report on Women in Alternative Assets found that at the close of 2020, just over 20% of the alternative investment industry’s employees were female, with a slim 12% holding a senior-ranked position. As the industry continues to evolve and the COVID-19 pandemic winds down, new opportunities have emerged to support the advancement and development of female leaders. This conversation will centre on the importance of gender diversity in the alternatives industry and explore new ways to tackle gender equality challenges.

Raise the profiles of women in alternative investments today and help drive the conversation on how to boost representation in this part of the financial industry when you attend this event.

Learning Outcomes:
• Understand the importance of gender diversity in the alternatives industry
• Discuss how asset owners/managers can support the advancement and development of female leaders
• Learn from speakers’ experiences and perspectives on future opportunities and challenges within the industry
• Identify new ways to address gender equality challenges within a variety of profession

2022 Speakers

Mariah Gratz
CEO, Weyland Ventures

Sheryl Mejia, CFA, CPA CA
Managing Director, Steward Asset Management

Justin Pollack
Managing Director, PineBridge Investments

Nadya Prashad
Director, Investor Relations, Capital Fund Management