MFDF Enhances the Governance of Mutual Funds

The Mutual Fund Directors Forum is an independent, non-profit organization that serves independent directors of mutual funds and other U.S. registered investment companies. The Forum seeks to enhance fund governance by building a strong community among independent directors through educational and networking opportunities and by providing directors with a strong voice in the key policy debates impacting directors’ effectiveness and the future of the fund industry.

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December 7, 2023 Event of Interest: Brookings to Host “The Importance of Financial Data Collection and Standardization”

The Brookings Institution plans to host an event titled, “The Importance of Financial Data Collection and Standardization.” The panelists will discuss industry progress, what gaps need to be filled, and how to ensure data collection practices in the United States are utilized to guard against future financial system collapse.

December 6, 2023 New York State Expands Cybersecurity Rules

The New York State Department of Financial Services released cybersecurity regulations that amend the state’s 2017 cybersecurity regulations. The amendments require the appointment of a chief information security officer, new risk and vulnerability assessments, and new notification requirements, among other changes.

December 5, 2023 MFDF Webinar: “Unique Oversight Considerations for ETFs”

The Mutual Fund Directors Forum and Cohen & Company plan to host a webinar titled, “Unique Oversight Considerations for ETFs.” Rich Wagner, Cohen & Company assurance partner and Jay Laurila, Cohen & Company tax partner, will discuss the unique complexities of board oversight of ETFs.

December 4, 2023 House Financial Services Subcommittee Holds Hearing on Global Governance

The House Subcommittee on Financial Institutions and Monetary Policy held a hearing entitled, “The Tangled Web of Global Governance: How the Biden Administration is Ceding Authority Over American Financial Regulation.” Subcommittee Chairman Andy Barr (R-KY) argued that regulators are using global governance bodies to appear neutral and to push activist policies such as “greening the financial system” and changing capital buffer requirements.

November 30, 2023 IM Director Birdthistle Delivers Remarks on Private Funds, Balancing Financial Regulation

The Securities and Exchange Commission’s Director of Investment Management, William Birdthistle, delivered remarks titled, “Private Equity: Past & Present, Charters & Code," and noted that as a regulator he is “confined by at least two critical constraints of expertise: the plumbing of our financial system and the legal authorities granted by Congress.” He also addressed the rise of assets in private funds, stating “the total universe is approaching par with the $30 trillion of assets in America’s registered investment companies: mutual funds, closed-end funds, money market funds, and exchange-traded funds.”

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December 12, 2023
In Focus: Impacts of SCOTUS Affirmative Action Decision on Fund Boards and Industry Diversity Efforts
Please join Jeremiah Williams, Partner at Ropes & Gray LLP, as he discusses how the latest Supreme Court university affirmative action decision might impact fund board and industry diversity efforts. This virtual event will take place on Zoom at 3 pm (ET).
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December 13, 2023
Investment Valuation and Governance: Deloitte's 21st Annual Fair Valuation Pricing Survey
Join Paul Kraft, , Pedro Beato, and Tom Wines as they discuss the latest findings from Deloitte's 21st edition Annual Fair Valuation Survey. The webinar will broadcast live from 2 pm - 3 pm (ET).
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December 14, 2023
Director Discussion Series - Open Forum via Zoom
DDS meetings provide a opportunity for independent directors and CCOs to discuss timely issues with peers and experts. This Zoom meeting will be held from 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm (ET).
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MFDF Member Series - Leveraging MFDF Membership to Locate Future Directors

Leslie Beckbridge, MFDF's Operations and Member Services Manager, highlighted MFDF's Director Candidate Database, a service that provides curated candidate lists in response to member boards' requirements. The webinar provided an overview of the Database, discussed how members can use it as part of succession planning efforts, and shared insights to get the best results from your inquiry.

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DEI Resources for Fund Boards

Explore news and resources relating to diversity, equity and inclusion on fund boards.

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