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Greetings,

The Financial Services industry is one of the main driving forces for any economy as it provides services that are fundamental to economic growth and development. However, the past decade has shown a huge shift in the way firms in these industries compete for resources- technology and human – as they strive to stay relevant and to succeed in a dynamic economic environment.

Given the continued technology disruption in this important industry, the financial services company of the future must understand the impact of diversity and inclusion on the company’s sustainability and on the technology transformation of the industry. To help companies in the industry capture the value DEI brings to innovation and to the development of a competitive workforce in today’s global environment, the Financial Services DEI Council was established. The Council’s vision is to provide practical tools and resources that will help foster an inclusive culture within the financial services and risk management industry.

It is with great pleasure that we welcome you to participate in the Council’s Inaugural Conference- the Financial Services Inclusion & Leadership Conference. The conference will explore how companies in the industry can move from the “research phase” to the “action phase” in employing diversity and inclusion as a tool to drive profitability and to close the wealth gap, both within their firms and within the communities they serve. During the conference, you will learn from the best leaders and DEI practitioners in the financial services industry on the importance of creating an inclusive organizational culture and the impact that brings to the communities these organizations serve.

You are encouraged to download our mobile app to help you create a personalized conference schedule and to receive general information about the Financial Services DEI Council. I encourage you to virtually visit our speaker panel, sponsor companies, and awards recipients to add to your conference learning experience. I am confident your participation in this conference will enrich your DEI learning experiences and will demonstrate the value of Diversity, Equity & Inclusion for your organization. Enjoy the conference experience, and please feel free at any time to give us feedback. Thanks for attending and being part of the Financial Services DEI community and to helping us build a resilient and inclusive financial services industry!

With Gratitude,
Dennis Kennedy and Cynthia Nwaubani
Co-Founders | Financial Services DEI Council
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