About DPNA

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DPNA’s mission is to advance a cross-company and future-ready asset and wealth management industry by cultivating exceptional talent, fostering a culture of inclusion, and driving meaningful business results.

  • Member firms include asset and wealth managers, broker-dealers, custodians, and a range of professional service providers such as legal, audit, tax, tech, and compliance firms.
  • We offer engagement pathways through strategic committees that drive meaningful initiatives.
  • Volunteers include business executives, hiring managers, and HR professionals representing diverse roles, functions, and leadership experiences. 
  • Our educational resources, talent development program, and high impact events promote belonging, empowerment, and opportunity.
Our Long Term Goals
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Future-proof the 
asset and wealth management industry.
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Champion culture, opportunity, and talent.
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Advance better business results for our members.
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Cultivate positive long-term impact for the clients we all serve.

Member Testimonials

Michael Tae, Co-President, Broadridge Investor Communications Solutions
Nicsa’s DPNA helps provide the industry with the tools, resources, and guidance to advance the commitment to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace.
Ryan Burns, Head of Global Fund Services Americas, Northern Trust
We have gained tremendous value being a Diversity Project North America member. DPNA offers the opportunity to network with other member firms, sharing Northern Trust’s corporate values and leveraging other members' insights and practices.
Phil Middleton, CEO, Schroders North America
The term game changer is often thrown around. When it comes to the impact and efficacy of the Diversity Project, however, it’s the perfect descriptor. Their resources empower our DE&I Council, the networking opportunities bolster learning and collaboration with other firms, and our Rising Star nominees are flourishing.
Melda Mergen, Global Head of Equities, Columbia Threadneedle Investments
Nicsa’s DPNA has been an important part of our firm’s initiatives. Our participation in the Fearless Leadership Symposium has served as a helpful forum to connect with industry peers to discuss opportunities and challenges. DPNA’s Perception Study provides key data-driven insights that have helped to inform ongoing change across the industry and within our organization.
Phil Middleton, Head of UK and Chief Executive Schroder Unit Trusts Limited 
The term game changer is often thrown around. When it comes to the impact and efficacy of the Diversity Project, however, it’s the perfect descriptor. Their resources empower Councils, the networking opportunities bolster learning and collaboration with other firms, and our Rising Star nominees are flourishing.
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Inquiries

For information about the Diversity Project North America, please contact:
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Head of Membership
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