Leading financial experts and industry professionals are set to gather in New York from November 13th to November 15th, 2023, for the highly anticipated GFMI ESG and Sustainable Investments for Financial Institutions conference. Hosted by marcus evans Conferences, the event will provide a comprehensive overview of the global regulatory environment within Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) investing and its influence on North America.

The conference will kick off on November 13th at 8:30 AM with registration and breakfast, followed by an opening address from the Chair. The agenda for Day 1 will cover critical topics such as understanding and complying with global ESG regulation, preparing for impending ESG legislation in North America, and effectively operating within fiduciary duty amidst a polarized view of ESG.

Renowned industry experts will deliver keynote presentations, including Laura Fernandez, Managing Director of Regulatory Affairs and ESG at Kinterra Capital, and Elizabeth Levy, Head of ESG and Portfolio Manager at Trillium Asset Management, among others.

The conference will also feature panel discussions with prominent figures from the financial sector, including Sarah Bratton Hughes, Head of Sustainable Investing at American Century Investments, Anshul Sharma, Managing Director of ESG Portfolio Strategy and Chief Investment Officer at Bank of America, and Rachel Segal, Head of ESG at Pzena Investment Management, among others.

Day 2 of the conference, on November 14th, will focus on understanding global standardized frameworks for ESG investing and assessing the benefits of a standardized approach. Experts from various financial institutions will discuss the challenges and opportunities associated with impact investing and share insights into strategies for decarbonizing portfolios.

In addition, the event will include workshops and roundtable discussions to encourage interaction and knowledge sharing among participants. Vicki Benjamin, CEO and Co-Founder of Karner Blue Capital, will lead a workshop on the financially material impact of biodiversity investing. Another workshop will explore the applications of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in collecting ESG data and measuring social impact.

"This conference comes at a critical time when the financial industry is increasingly recognizing the importance of ESG considerations in investment decisions. We are excited to bring together thought leaders and experts to exchange insights and strategies on sustainable investments," said the event organizer.

Financial institutions, asset managers, investment professionals, and other stakeholders interested in ESG and sustainable investments are encouraged to attend the conference and be part of the dialogue shaping the future of responsible finance.

For more information and registration details, please visit the conference website at https://bit.ly/47hFH7U.