Diversity and Inclusion
The latest news regarding the industry's growing diversity and inclusion initiatives, including updates on financial advisors and executives leading the way.
July 08, 2021
Merrill Faces Discrimination Suit by Black Ex-RepsTwo former Merrill brokers allege Black advisors at the firm received less compensation and were promoted less often than white advisors.
July 07, 2021
Make FINRA Exams Stick Longer: Life Industry CommenterInsurance groups also want to see more support for languages other than English.
July 02, 2021
She Built a Virtual Planning Firm for Millennials Before It Was Cool"I really didn't feel like helping a bunch of rich, white, old guys get richer," Sophia Bera, a CFP, tells ThinkAdvisor.
June 28, 2021
Ark Fans Breathe Sighs of Relief as Cathie Wood Mounts ComebackInflows are picking up, as her flagship fund has gained 26% since its May low. Can she keep it going?
June 25, 2021
Investors Prefer Advisors Similar to Them: SurveyFinancial advisory firms must address the disconnect between what the industry looks like and changing demographics, a survey has found.
June 25, 2021
Five Ways Employers Can Avoid Discrimination ActionsTraining employees on procedures is as important as finding talent.
June 23, 2021
Morgan Stanley Starts New Fund to Build More Diverse BusinessesThe fund invests in early-stage companies with diverse founders and has the backing of Microsoft, Walmart and Hearst Corp.
June 23, 2021
How Walmart Gets Vaccines Into Arms: AHIP Annual MeetingOther speakers talked demographic data, and the children.
June 21, 2021
FINRA Arbitrator Roster Becoming More DiverseThe regulator reported on the diversity of its arbitrators, officers and total workforce.
June 11, 2021
Black and Hispanic Americans Face Extra Retirement Planning ChallengesSome of the challenges transcend having lower average incomes than white Americans, EBRI finds.