

This webinar is FREE and open to all staff from AREF Fund, Affiliate, Associate and Investor member firms
In light of the recent developments on the war in Ukraine, join us for the Russia Sanctions Regime webinar where we will discuss the latest sanctions measures introduced against Russia. This webinar will offer key insights and practical guidance for member firms.
As part of our work to support the industry to meet its commitments under the sanctions regime, our policy experts will share insights on:
- The current Russia Sanctions regime
- The impact on investment funds and liquidity management
- Investment and capital markets issues
- Stewardship and ESG issues
- Operational resilience and cyber threat guidance
Policy leads will summarise the key measures and propose practical take-aways for businesses to focus on.
Read more about the Russia Sanctions Regime
Date:
Tuesday 15th March 2022
Timings:
13:00-13:05 Welcome
Jack Knight, Deputy Chief Executive, The Investment Association
13:05-13:20 Russia Sanctions Regime
Adrian Hood, Regulatory & Financial Crime Expert, The Investment Association
13:20-13:35 The Impact of the Russia Sanctions Regime on Funds
Rachel Ellison, Retail Fund Compliance Specialist, The Investment Association
13:35-13:50 Addressing Key Capital Market Concerns
Alex Chow, Investment Operations Policy Lead, The Investment Association
13:50-13:55 Stewardship and ESG Issues
Andrew Ninian, Director, Stewardship and Corporate Governance, The Investment Association
13:55-14:00 Operational Resilience and Cyber Threat Guidance
James King, Senior Policy Adviser, The Investment Association
14:00-14:15 Q&A
Webinar details:
You can sign up for this event through the IA website here, details will be sent to attendees ahead of the event.
Cost:
This webinar is FREE and open to all staff from AREF Fund, Affiliate, Associate and Investor member firms (view our list of members here).
To book: