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The Quick Lowdown

This newsletter is packed with info so here's a quick summary of what's included:

  • First thing's first - TIDE London is rockin' British Territory! 🇬🇧
  • TIDE SPARK is the hottest thing since slice bread 🍞
  • London CIV New CIO Aoifinn Devitt turns the table 🔄
  • Nomination for Rising Star ends March 31st ⏰
  • March Madness - Flurry of Activities 🌪️
  • Meet the TIDE Future Leaders Committee ✨
  • For your reading pleasure: Impax Reports 📚
Breaking Barriers in British Territory! 🇬🇧

Six months ago TIDE set out a plan to host an event in the UK.

Our mission: To break down silos and promote diversity and inclusion within the investment industry.

Fast forward a few months later, our April 4th London event is oversubscribed with a 50/50 GP/LP ratio.

Marcie Frost & Eduard van Gelderen - wholehearted thank you for helping this plan turn into reality.

Special thanks to all speakers.

Note to Attendees:
  • If you can no longer make the event or join us for lunch during the event, please let us know immediately.
  • If you haven't booked your hotel, please feel free to reach out to Julie Koch at London Grosvenor Marriott Hotel to see if the discounted rate of £319 is still available.
  • Dress Code: Spring 💐 Think floral prints, pastels, colorful clothing to brighten up the day!
TIDE SPARK is the hottest thing since slice bread 🍞

Due to high demand, we will be closing out registrations and sponsorships by the end of April in advance of our July event to the general public. We would like to focus on hosting a highly curated intimate event that TIDE is well known for (versus a massive conference).

Don't miss out on our marquee event.

London CIV New CIO Aoifinn Devitt turns the table 🔄
Yours truly was featured on The Fiftyfaces Podcast which is hosted by London CIV's new CIO Aoifinn Devitt.

To support the production of The Fiftyfaces podcast and it's mission, please visit the Patreon Link or reach out to Aoifinn Devitt.

To listen to the podcast, please click on the banner below. Hope you enjoy. :)
Nomination for Rising Star ends March 31st ⏰
March Madness - Flurry of Activities 🌪️
Thrive With Us 💙
Thank you to everyone who joined us in Boston for our LP only drinks reception.


Pro-Tip 💡

When you and your friends go to a conference and you want your name to be on the top of the attendee list…

Emoji trumps A

Leave it to the TIDE Tribe to add a bit of levity to anything serious 😂
📍Boston, MA
During the CFA Institute Thrive conference, one of the question was:

What are the contributing factors for the lack of overall progress in DEI?

My Answer: DEI is like Climate Change 🌧️

• It’s polarizing
• Some believe in it and some don’t
• There is data that shows diverse teams do better. There is data that shows climate is changing.

Yet even with data, DEI within our industry isn’t progressing fast enough.

So we can’t depend on data alone to improve DEI.

One approach that works for TIDE is how we communicate the benefits of DEI and how we curate a vibe that is conducive to building long term relationships.

It’s not only about what you say but how you say it.

Nobody wants to be told what to do…

Ps. What are your thoughts on why there is a lack of progress in DEI?

Special thanks to Sarah Maynard and the CFA Institute for inviting TIDE to participate with esteemed panelists Orim Graves, Michelle DeFossett, Maura Allen and Miriam Lewis.
Londontown Visits
TIDE Board Director and Best DEI Advocate
Creme de la Creme Fundraiser with a recent close of €22BN
Meet the Future Leaders Committee ✨

Under the leadership of Kim Au, we're excited to announce the launch of our Future Leaders Program. It's an inaugural non-profit initiative, funded by proceeds from TIDE, which will provide the next generation with access to education and the tools to build a career in finance.


The program funds c. 65 rising stars (associate level finance professionals and college students) to attend the TIDE SPARK 2024 conference in California.

We will also be delivering a crash course on institutional investments to the rising stars.

The program aims to equip the next generation with knowledge about institutional investments, create access for those wishing to enter the industry and enable connection. If you'd like to be involved, please e-mail: kim@tidexchange.com

Special thanks to Pillsbury for helping us create this foundation - Armando Castro, Baylee Beeman, and Grace Lee.

*Fun fact: Jessie was an actress in her former life. She's also great at stand up comedy!
For your reading pleasure
Suppliers of critical products and services to world-leading industries are playing a key role in the transition to a more sustainable economy.

The scale of exposure to nature-related risks means investors must urgently understand the drivers of biodiversity loss and invest in ways to reduce them.

We believe the urgent need to detect, treat and destroy ‘forever chemicals’ in the world’s water is creating investment opportunities that are broader and more valuable than many appreciate.
Job Opportunities
Events
New Jersey 2nd Emerging Managers Virtual Symposium
Virtual | June 26
TIDE SPARK 2024
Dana Point, CA | July 10-11
Book here for discounted hotel room blocks before it sells out. Sold out every year!
Pathways for Women Conference
Anaheim, CA | August 26-27
Looking for inspiration to spark to your career? Join us for the CalPERS Pathways for Women conference in Anaheim, California, featuring extraordinary leaders from business, health care, and government — all in service of advancing women.
Launched to honor Women’s Equality Day (August 26 annually), Pathways for Women serves as a catalyst to help move women of all backgrounds and professions forward.

You can expect to:
  • Hear from professional pioneers, get actionable insights
  • Join a leadership community and build your network
  • Level up your skills to help carve your own professional path
  • All are invited to attend, regardless of gender identity or background. CalPERS Pathways for Women is for anyone looking for career inspiration and growth.
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