Study on diversity and inclusion in the European asset management industry
The Diversity Project Europe (DPE) today announced the first strategic research partnership of its kind with leading consulting firm PwC Switzerland. The project aims to determine the current state of diversity, equality and inclusion in the European asset management industry and to conduct a maturity assessment.
Frankfurt am Main, 14th March 2024 – The Diversity Project Europe (DPE) today announced the first strategic research partnership of its kind with leading consulting firm PwC Switzerland. The project aims to determine the current state of diversity, equality and inclusion in the European asset management industry and to conduct a maturity assessment.
The Diversity Project Europe (DPE) has today announced the first of its kind strategic research collaboration with leading consultancy firm PwC Switzerland to understand the current state of play around diversity, equity, and inclusion (DE&I) and do a maturity assessment for the European Asset Management industry. The research will investigate whether asset management firms are being driven by changes in regulation vs changing their culture to be more inclusive. All Asset Managers are encouraged to participate in the survey, which takes 40 minutes to complete, click here. The survey will close on 26th April.
The findings will be launched in June 2024. This ambitious project aims to map the DE&I regulatory landscape across 10 countries in Europe and assess each nation’s progress in fostering diversity and inclusion in Asset Management, with a specific focus on diversity data practices. Additionally, a sector maturity assessment will be conducted, focusing on the pivotal themes of gender, social mobility and inclusive culture. This initiative will establish a benchmark, serving as a yardstick for all future Diversity Project Europe members.
The forthcoming report won’t just be a snapshot; it will be a call to action. Packed with actionable recommendations and showcasing successful DE&I initiatives in member countries, it will aim to drive positive change across the European Asset Management industry. A high-level comparison with the situation in Asset Management in the UK, the US and Asia-Pacific will also be included.