Inclusion in Finance Europe – Global Event 2026
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Inclusion in Finance
Global Event 2026

12 June 2026 15:00 to 18:00 CET (14:00 to 17:00 UK time)
DWS at Deutsche Bank Office, 21 Moorfields, London, EC2Y 9DB Livestream available
This is a hybrid event

We are looking forward to welcoming you to our inaugural Global Event, kindly hosted by DWS. Taking place both in person in London and online via livestream. This year, Inclusion in Finance Europe marks 3 years of building momentum in advancing inclusion across the asset management industry in continental Europe. For the first time, Inclusion in Finance Europe, UK and North America come together for a shared programme.

πŸ“‹ Agenda (UK time)

14:00 – 14:10
Welcome & Framing
Helena Morrissey, Chair of Inclusion in Finance UK
14:10 – 14:35
Global Chairs Panel
Moderator: Kelly Tran, Managing Director, Institutional UK at MFS Investment Management
Helena Morrissey, Chair of Inclusion in Finance UK
Jim Fitzpatrick, Chair of Inclusion in Finance North America
Ric van Weelden, Chair of Inclusion in Finance Europe
14:35 – 14:45
Lightning Talk
Inclusion in Finance Europe
14:45 – 15:20
Member Panel: Cognitive Diversity
Hear from peers at Member Firms from across the globe how they are using the Cognitive Diversity materials to give their teams a significant edge
15:20 – 15:30
Lightning Talk – LGBTQ+
Inclusion in Finance North America
15:30 – 15:45
Break
15:45 – 16:15
Programme Showcase
Hear about our programmes across the globe. Including Pathway, Rise Across and Rising Stars.

Shyla Hoenigschmid-DeVeaux, Director, Pathway Programme at Inclusion in Finance UK
Sarah Walter, Vice President, Head of Asset and Wealth Management Relationships at Nicsa | Inclusion in Finance NA
Asmus Tvede Madsen, Head of People Office, Nordea AM
16:15 – 16:25
Lightning Talk
Inclusion in Finance UK
16:25 – 16:55
Dragons' Den
Including AI, Intergen, "Engaging the Unengaged" + voting and more topics to be announced soon!
16:55 – 17:00
Closing remarks
Sam Alexander, UK Country Officer & UK COO at DWS Group

What to expect

  • Global Chairs Panel: Why global collaboration matters, client/member demands across markets, and faster progress.
  • Cognitive Diversity Member Panel: Real cases from firms leveraging the Blueprint and DOTScorecard.
  • Lightning Talks: Lived-experience perspectives from UK, Europe, NA.
  • Programme Showcase: Pathway, Rise Across, Rising Stars + global programmes.
  • Dragons' Den: AI, intergenerational workforce, engaging the unengaged – audience voting.

In-person places are limited – we expect to be oversubscribed. Register early to secure your seat or livestream access.

Evening Reception 18:00-20:00 CET (17:00–19:00 UK time) – celebrate the impact.
Next up Β· Europe

Inclusion in Finance Europe: Social Mobility in Finance / Paris event

Date TBC Timing TBC
In Person: Paris (venue TBC)

Explore social mobility in the asset management sector, share research insights, and encourage greater inclusion of talent from diverse socioeconomic backgrounds.

Shape the future with us

Become a Member Firm, Partner, or Supporter. Together we accelerate inclusion across European asset management industry.

How to get involved
Apply as a member firm today and let us know how you can help.
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