A
Association for Investment Management and Research
AIMR provides knowledge to investment professionals while promoting a high level of standards, ethics, and professionalism within the investment industry.
www.aimr.org
AIMR provides knowledge to investment professionals while promoting a high level of standards, ethics, and professionalism within the investment industry.
www.aimr.org
Association of Investment Sales Executives (AIMSE)
Founded in 1977, this professional organization is dedicated to serving the needs of investment management sales and marketing professionals.
www.aimse.com
Founded in 1977, this professional organization is dedicated to serving the needs of investment management sales and marketing professionals.
www.aimse.com
Asian Securities Analysts Federation
International co-operative organization for securities [financial] analysts in Asia and Oceania. Annual conference hosted by different member societies.
www.asaf.org.au
International co-operative organization for securities [financial] analysts in Asia and Oceania. Annual conference hosted by different member societies.
www.asaf.org.au
F
Family Office Exchange, Inc.
Association and consulting service for family offices and the wealth management industry.
www.familyoffice.com
Association and consulting service for family offices and the wealth management industry.
www.familyoffice.com
Financial Information Forum
Provides a centralized source of information regarding events and issues that affect the market data industry and securities processing.
www.fif.com
Provides a centralized source of information regarding events and issues that affect the market data industry and securities processing.
www.fif.com
Financial Information eXchange (FIX)
Mission of the organization is to improve the global trading process by defining, managing, and promoting an open protocol for real-time, electronic communication between industry participants, while complementing industry standards.
www.fixprotocol.org
Mission of the organization is to improve the global trading process by defining, managing, and promoting an open protocol for real-time, electronic communication between industry participants, while complementing industry standards.
www.fixprotocol.org
San Francisco Society of Certified Financial Planners
SF chapter of the Financial Planning Association.
www.fpasf.org
SF chapter of the Financial Planning Association.
www.fpasf.org
I
ICI Mutual Fund Connection
Resource site that defines investment companies, offers mutual fund fact book, directory of mutual funds and additional online investor resources.
www.ici.org
Resource site that defines investment companies, offers mutual fund fact book, directory of mutual funds and additional online investor resources.
www.ici.org
Investment Company Institute (Members-only)
Members can access links to investment advisor associate members, a bulletin from the ICI's Operations and Training Department, and legal and regulatory updates.
members.ici.org
Members can access links to investment advisor associate members, a bulletin from the ICI's Operations and Training Department, and legal and regulatory updates.
members.ici.org
International Securities Association for Institutional Trade Communication - International Operations Association
a global working committee of securities operations professionals representing custodian banks, investment managers, brokers, and vendors. The group's mission is to foster alliances and advocate standards that promote straight through processing...
www.isitc.org
a global working committee of securities operations professionals representing custodian banks, investment managers, brokers, and vendors. The group's mission is to foster alliances and advocate standards that promote straight through processing...
www.isitc.org
M
Mutual Fund Education Alliance
Designed to serve as a resource for investors who want to use mutual funds to reach their financial goals; site provides lists of mutual fund companies, fund listings, exclusive planning, tracking and monitoring tools and market commentaries.
www.mfea.com
Designed to serve as a resource for investors who want to use mutual funds to reach their financial goals; site provides lists of mutual fund companies, fund listings, exclusive planning, tracking and monitoring tools and market commentaries.
www.mfea.com
N
National Association of Real Estate Investment Trusts (NAREIT)
National trade association for real estate companies, providing programs, publications and services, headquartered in Washington, DC.
www.nareit.com
National trade association for real estate companies, providing programs, publications and services, headquartered in Washington, DC.
www.nareit.com
National Association of Securities Dealers (NASD)
US securities industry self-regulatory organization which, through its subsidiaries (NASD Regulation, Inc. and The Nasdaq Stock Market, Inc.), develops rules and regulations, conducts regulatory reviews of members' business activities, disciplin...
www.nasd.com
US securities industry self-regulatory organization which, through its subsidiaries (NASD Regulation, Inc. and The Nasdaq Stock Market, Inc.), develops rules and regulations, conducts regulatory reviews of members' business activities, disciplin...
www.nasd.com
NASD Regulation, Inc.
Provides investor education information and broker disciplinary records. For members, information on continuing education, publications and new rules.
www.nasdr.com
Provides investor education information and broker disciplinary records. For members, information on continuing education, publications and new rules.
www.nasdr.com
National Association of Stockbrokers (NAS)
Holds weekly Corporate Focus luncheon meetings in key cities across the US. At these luncheons, management presents their company story to leading brokers and analysts and members get firsthand knowledge of public companies.
www.nastockbrokers.com
Holds weekly Corporate Focus luncheon meetings in key cities across the US. At these luncheons, management presents their company story to leading brokers and analysts and members get firsthand knowledge of public companies.
www.nastockbrokers.com
National Investor Relations Institute
Professional association of corporate officers and investor relations consultants responsible for communication among corporate management, the investing public and the financial community.
www.niri.org
Professional association of corporate officers and investor relations consultants responsible for communication among corporate management, the investing public and the financial community.
www.niri.org
New York Society of Security Analysts
National forum for the exchange of investment information between senior corporate officials and financial analysts, portfolio managers and others involved in the investment decision making process.
www.nyssa.org
National forum for the exchange of investment information between senior corporate officials and financial analysts, portfolio managers and others involved in the investment decision making process.
www.nyssa.org
S
Securities Industry Association
SIA member-firms (including investment banks, broker-dealers, and mutual fund companies) are active in all U.S. and foreign markets and in all phases of corporate and public finance.
www.sia.com
SIA member-firms (including investment banks, broker-dealers, and mutual fund companies) are active in all U.S. and foreign markets and in all phases of corporate and public finance.
www.sia.com
SocialFunds.com
Personal finance site devoted to socially responsible investing. Provides news, information, research, investment analysis and financial services.
www.socialfunds.com
Personal finance site devoted to socially responsible investing. Provides news, information, research, investment analysis and financial services.
www.socialfunds.com
Social Investment Forum (SIF)
Site that covers socially responsible investment, such as green, environmental, ecological and ethical investing.
www.socialinvest.org
Site that covers socially responsible investment, such as green, environmental, ecological and ethical investing.
www.socialinvest.org
Swiss Society of Investment Professionals (SSIP)
First society outside North America to be directly affiliated with AIMR. Members can access newsletters and statistics.
www.ssip.org
First society outside North America to be directly affiliated with AIMR. Members can access newsletters and statistics.
www.ssip.org
T
Hedge Fund Association
HFA aims to educate the investing public and legislators around the world on the true benefits as well as potential risks associated with investing in the different hedge fund strategies.
www.thehfa.org
HFA aims to educate the investing public and legislators around the world on the true benefits as well as potential risks associated with investing in the different hedge fund strategies.
www.thehfa.org
U
UK Social Investment Forum
Encourages socially responsible investment in the UK: ethical investment, green investment, shareholder activism, social banking and community finance.
www.uksif.org
Encourages socially responsible investment in the UK: ethical investment, green investment, shareholder activism, social banking and community finance.
www.uksif.org
W
Social Investment Organization, Canada
Mandated to advance a just society in Canada and internationally, through the development of socially responsible investment and corporate social responsibility.
www.web.net
Mandated to advance a just society in Canada and internationally, through the development of socially responsible investment and corporate social responsibility.
www.web.net
Guide to Asset Management Organizations
Stay abreast of industry issues, news and trends by joining asset management organizations
By Tai G., Writer
Becoming a member of the right organization opens the door to a wealth of expertise. You will be exposed to many networking opportunities, information and resources. Additionally, asset management companies may also provide invaluable services that include new products, education opportunities and industry support. When looking for membership with an asset management group, remember the following:
1. Make sure the association you're interested in is credible. Check the Better Business Bureau or other industry accreditations.
2. Most organizations charge fees for memberships, so make sure you’re getting your money’s worth before you pay.
3. Many professional asset management organizations don’t stipulate membership for certification.
Action Steps
The best contacts and resources to help you get it done
Become a member of an accredited asset management organization
Although many organizations offer information, tools and resources to non-members, you can benefit substantially from becoming a member. Membership opens the door to additional services, products and representation. Register as a business rather than as just an individual, if possible, so your employees can benefit from the membership.
I recommend: The National Property Management Association promises personal growth and leadership opportunities for members of their organization. The Investment Management Consultants Association offers business enhancements, networking opportunities and company recognition, among other member benefits.
Join investment management organizations that offer a full schedule of events and conferences
Events and conferences are a boon to any business. They give you an opportunity to network and share issues with industry peers. More importantly, they give your company exposure within the industry, and provide you an opportunity to further your relationships with other businesses. Try and pick organizations with nationally-recognized events.
I recommend: The CFA Institute, a global organization, and the Investment Adviser Association both offer a calendar of events for educational and networking opportunities.
Take advantage of certification opportunities provided by asset management groups
Progress stops for no one, and you need to advance as a professional by keeping your industry skills sharp and current. Take advantage of educational programs and tools to assist you and your employees in knowledge development and career advancement. Many organizations offer information on upcoming seminars, conferences, business development courses and other industry-related programs, in addition to industry certifications.
I recommend: The Investment Company Institute provides an investor education series as part of its education program. The National Investor Relations Institute offers executive education programs and e-learning forums, in addition to other educational opportunities.
Tips & Tactics
Helpful advice for making the most of this Guide
- • Networking is a great business tool. Make sure you're stocked with business cards so you can market yourself and your company to you asset management association peers.
