News Release
MEDIA ADVISORY - 2018 IFIC Annual Leadership Conference – September 27
September 5, 2018 (Toronto) – Media are invited to attend the IFIC Annual Leadership Conference on September 27, 2018 at The Carlu in Toronto. Please register with Lisa Hall (lhall@ific.ca, 416-309-2317) to attend.
The event brings together some of the best minds of the investment funds industry to explore the major topics and issues that impact the industry and its investors. Speakers will include senior executives, regulators and industry experts to share information and perspectives about the latest trends and developments, investor behavioral insights, product and distribution innovations and more.
The full agenda is available on IFIC’s website. Highlights include:
Leaders Panel on “Convergence and Consolidation”
- Moderated by: Jordy Chilcott, Head of Investment Distribution, Sun Life Global Investments
- Panelists: Kevin Gopaul, Head of Global Asset Management, BMO; Dave Nugent, CIO/CCO Wealthsimple; and Bill Packham, President & CEO, Aviso Wealth Inc.
Sessions on Key Industry Topics
- Effective Disclosure
- Cybersecurity
- Seniors Issues
- International Competitiveness
- Fund Accounting Trends
- Regulatory Updates
Guest Speakers
- Nik Nanos, Renowned Pollster, Demographer and Current Affairs Expert
- Gregor Jeffrey, NeuroCommunication Innovator
What: 2018 IFIC Annual Leadership Conference
When: Thursday, September 27, 2018
- 8:00 a.m. – 8:30 a.m. – Breakfast and registration
- 8:30 a.m. – 4:40 p.m. – Sessions
- 4:40 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. – Closing Remarks and Cocktail Reception
Where: The Carlu, 444 Yonge Street, Toronto
Register: Lisa Hall (lhall@ific.ca; 416-309-2317)
