WFIC

Earlier this month, 721 financial industry professionals gathered in Austin, Texas for the 16th World Financial Information Conference. With over 104 speakers, 3 keynotes, 2 special presentations, 14 panels and 20 roundtables, it was our largest WFIC ever! Sallianne Taylor won the Financial Information Lifetime Achievement Award and we recognized the inaugural class of Rising Stars Fellows. Take a look at the full gallery of pictures here. The next WFIC will take place in 2026 in Europe. Stay tuned. 

FISD London Events

Join FISD in London twice next month. Up first, we invite our youngest members for a special Rising Star event at Commerzbank for an evening of interactive networking on October 17. As space is limited, we request that our risen stars and more experienced members not register for this event but instead spread the word to your new hires and younger colleagues. Then, join us at Google on October 24 for FISD London. We’re diving deep on AI and Machine Learning. Read the full program description and register today to avoid missing out. Capacity is limited.

FISD Singapore

The full program is listed and registration is open for FISD Singapore at BCG/Expand on October 24 where we will explore data cost optimization strategies, Dora and similar regs and the Singapore-India trading connection. 

FISD Tokyo Issue Brief & Masterclass

Register today for the first fall event. Hosted at Deutsche Bank’s brand new Tokyo office on Sept 5th, the meeting focuses on data topics that are impacting the increased internationalization of Japan’s capital markets. Also earlier that day, FISD will run a Masterclass on data inventory management and cataloging systems. We’ll be explaining the what, why and how of these systems. Registration for the Masterclass is separate, but free for members.

FISD London Rising Stars 

FISD Rising Stars are gathering in London for the first time since 2019. Join us October 17 at Commerzbank. David Clapham, Commerzbank London CEO will open the evening with remarks and then attendees will have a chance to participate in speed networking. We’ll end with a traditional networking reception with drinks and lite bites. This event is specifically for those new to market data and looking to grow in the financial information field. Capacity is limited and we ask that our FISD Superstars send new colleagues and Rising Stars in their stead. 

FISD Strategic Planning Process Kicks-off 

The Governance & Operations Advisory Committee (GOAC) kicked off the latest cycle of the FISD strategic planning process in June.  GOAC is a subset of the FISD Executive Committee and focuses on a variety of issues including the long-term strategic direction and needs of FISD.  The GOAC will examine the FISD’s mission statement, the overall environment in which our members operate, and FISD’s current strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats. Based on this analysis, the group will develop recommendations for new FISD programs and activities. The group met for the first time in June and plans to dive back into the discussion after WFIC.  Our goal is to report to the full membership in Q2 2025. If you have any thoughts or questions on this, please contact Tom Davin.

Professional Certification Case Study: Meet Samantha MacKay, Macquarie Asset Management Sydney

“Since completing the FISD [FIA certification] there have been a handful of Market Data concepts that have come across my desk that I previously wouldn’t have been able to add a lot of value to, such as ISIN and ISO standards and ESG data points. The course increased my basic understanding of these concepts that I was then able to apply in my day-to-day role.” Read more.

Interested in being featured for your certification? Contact Professional Certification Manager Adam Stanton with your FIA story.

WFIC is Galloping Toward Capacity!
With two months to go, almost 600 delegates have already committed to attend the World Financial Information Conference coming up September 15-18. Register now to join financial information executives from around the world for panels, presentations, keynotes, roundtables and fun! Contact WFIC@siia.net with questions. The discounted room block at the conference venue is near to full, so please make your reservations now to guarantee your place.   

FISD Tokyo Issue Brief & Masterclass

Register today for the first fall event. Hosted at Deutsche Bank’s brand new Tokyo office on Sept 5th, the meeting focuses on data topics that are impacting the increased internationalization of Japan’s capital markets. Also earlier that day, FISD will run a Masterclass on data inventory management and cataloging systems. We’ll be explaining the what, why and how of these systems. This is intended as a generic primer on best practices and lessons learned for anyone seeking to implement such systems and/or to fine tune how they operate. Registration for the Masterclass is separate, but free for members.

FISD Strategic Planning Process Kicks-off 

The Governance & Operations Advisory Committee (GOAC) kicked off the latest cycle of the FISD strategic planning process in June.  GOAC is a subset of the FISD Executive Committee and focuses on a variety of issues including the long-term strategic direction and needs of FISD. The GOAC will examine the FISD’s mission statement, the overall environment in which our members operate, and FISD’s current strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats. Based on this analysis, the group will develop recommendations for new FISD programs and activities. The group met for the first time in June and plans to dive back into the discussion after WFIC.  Our goal is to report to the full membership in Q2 2025. If you have any thoughts or questions on this, please contact Tom Davin.

Professional Certification Case Study: Meet Taurance Robnett, Vema

“I had worked in Market Data for several years at Vanguard and had no idea of the world that existed outside of my team. I wanted to create a solution that could help all Market Data Teams provide more value to the business instead of just a task taker. However, I knew I needed to get a better baseline understanding of Market Data if I wanted to build a solution. This is why I set out to take the FIA certification.” Read more.

Interested in being featured for your certification? Contact Professional Certification Manager Adam Stanton with your FIA story.

WFIC Rising Star Fellowship

The deadline to apply to the FISD WFIC Rising Star Fellowship is May 31. Encourage your new-to-market-data employees to apply. The five winners of the fellowship will have their WFIC admission waived, co-host a special Rising Star happy hour, be recognized at Tuesday’s Lifetime Achievement Award ceremony, and speak on a panel about the future of market data. Questions? Please reach out to Kirsten Ellis.

WFIC Lifetime Achievement Award

The deadline for WFIC Lifetime Achievement Award recommendations is quickly approaching. If you would like to suggest to the nominating committee a candidate for this prestigious award, please Submit Suggestions no later than Friday, May 17. If you have questions, please email Adam Stanton.

AsiaFIC 

Later this month, the team will be in Singapore for AsiaFIC 2024 with over 270 delegates. We are so grateful to our sponsors, speakers, and members for creating such a compelling and well-attended event. In the coming days, attendees will receive credentials to the exclusive AsiaFIC app and information about day 2 activities and capacities. If you have questions, please email Peter Tierney. 

New York Women’s Group & Allies Speed Networking

All FISD members are invited to join us June 4 at OTC Markets in NYC for Women’s Group & Allies Speed Networking. This is the event for you. Women’s Group & Allies activities foster a

warm, collegial environment, and speed-networking will enable lots of new introductions. Bring your business cards and have your LinkedIn at the ready. Capacity is limited.

New York Engineering Stream

FISD’s David Anderson is taking over the Big Apple with a new round of FISD Engineering Stream. Join us for technical deep dives on topics like ‘Architecting in the Cloud to Deliver highly Available HPC solution for Market Data” and “Leveraging Multi-Cloud to Pick the Best Service for Capital Markets Use Cases.” Check out the full program and register today.

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