Name: The Evolution of the Thematic Funds Landscape – North American View
Start: 2023-05-24T16:00:00Z
End: 2023-05-24T16:00:40.000Z
Location: BrightTALK
Rating: 4.5

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1.Navigate policy uncertainty and market sentiment during election years 
2. Implement tax-efficient investing tactics like tax-loss harvesting and capital gain distribution avoidance
3. Utilize retirement plan contributions and Roth conversions strategically
4. Communicate effectively with clients to highlight your value as an advisor

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Meet Our Expert Speakers:
- Don McHenry, Director of ByAllAccounts Product Management, Morningstar Wealth
  Don has over 13 years of experience with ByAllAccounts, a premier wealth data network fostering dynamic, bidirectional data exchange, 
   enhancing collaboration across the wealth ecosystem.
- John O’Connell, Founder and CEO, The Oasis Group
   John has over three decades of leadership experience, offering expertise in technology selection and implementation for wealth management 
    firms. He is also the author of Rise of The Activist Investor.
- Imre Rokob, Senior Product Manager, Halo Investing
    Imre leads product development at Halo Investing, focusing on the post-trade experience in Halo's Structured Notes platform. His global experience 
    in software projects for financial institutions positions him as a leader in investment and wealthtech.
- Ted Zhang, Director of Product Management, Altruist
     Ted has played a crucial role in driving innovation at Altruist, with a background in financial products at ServiceTitan and Xero. His commitment to 
     excellence in financial services continues to push boundaries in the industry.

Why Attend?
- Gain insights from industry thought leaders on the latest investment & wealth technology trends.
- Learn how these tech trends are transforming advisory services and their potential impact on your business.
- Get a sneak peek into the panel’s early predictions for 2025.

Don't miss this opportunity to stay ahead in the rapidly evolving world of wealthtech. Register now and be part of the conversation to learn what’s shaping the future of advisory services.

Top Wealthtech Trends Shaping the Future of Advisory Services

Thematic funds became increasingly popular with the onset of the coronavirus, with many posting eye-catching returns over the period. These investment vehicles attempt to harness various secular growth themes, from energy transition to connectivity to artificial intelligence to cannabis to disruptive healthcare technologies.

Join Morningstar's Kenneth Lamont and Tom Nations to discuss the evolving landscape of Thematic Funds as well as a live demo of the Thematic Analyzer - Funds Notebook in Morningstar Direct.

The Evolution of the Thematic Funds Landscape – North American View

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