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Churchill Asset Management LLC (“Churchill”), an investment-specialist of Nuveen that provides customized financing solutions to U.S. middle market-focused private equity sponsors and their portfolio companies, was recognized among the 2024 “Best Places to Work in Money Management” by Pensions & Investments (P&I) magazine.Presented by P&I, the global news source of money management and institutional investing, the 13th annual survey and recognition program is dedicated to identifying and recogni

Northern Trust (Nasdaq: NTRS) held its third Charity Trading Day with employees across the world participating to benefit four charities aligned with Northern Trust’s philanthropic strategy.As a result of Charity Trading Day, which occurred October 16, 2024, a total of US$1 million will be donated to Habitat for Humanity International, Rise Against Hunger, Ronald McDonald House Charities® and Urban Initiatives.October is Northern Trust’s signature month of global volunteerism, known as Achieving

Today, Legacy Community Health announces the 14th Annual Frank Billingsley Golf Classic, presented by Equitable and Hawkins Laakso Wealth Management, will be held on Monday, October 21, 2024, at the Golf Club of Houston. The event benefits the Legacy Community Health School-Based Health Care (SBHC) program, which provides essential pediatric and behavioral health care through on-site clinics to students at KIPP Academy, YES Prep, and Galena Park ISD.Legacy's SBHC program, which served 15,860 uni

Jackson recognized for amplifying its volunteerism efforts in 2023

The company helps fight hunger and support vulnerable communities in Pittsburgh

Annual scholarship program aspires to create economic and social mobility for students from under-resourced backgrounds

Majority of surveyed companies globally (85%) see sustainability as a value creation opportunityHigh investment needs cited as top barrier to sustainability efforts, making access to capital a key enablerNearly 25% believe climate change is impacting their business today, on par with risks like technological change and geopolitical conflict

Sustainable Investing Challenge brings together future leaders addressing critical sustainability issues through innovative financial solutionsUniversity of Utah's David Eccles School of Business awarded top prize for proposal to save Utah’s Great Salt LakeSecond- and third-place prizes awarded to students from the University of Navarra’s IESE Business School and Columbia Business School

TradeStation Cares works with local organizations and charities to support Samaritan’s Purse, Joshua’s Heart Foundation, Alex’s Lemonade Stand Foundation

More than 3,300 Ameriprise financial advisors and employees will make a collective impact in local communities across the country

Top Ranking Demonstrates Domini’s Commitment to Sustainable Investing

Seven Philadelphia high school students receive scholarships through the company’s program in partnership with the Urban League of Philadelphia and Science Leadership Academy at Beeber.

Northern Trust will donate $826,000 to Habitat for Humanity International as part of Achieving Greater Together, its global month of service.

Marks the second consecutive year Churchill has received this prestigious distinction

Columbia Threadneedle Investments today announced that Melda Mergen, Global Head of Equities, has been recognized as one of the top women in asset management by DiversityQ as part of its 2022 U.S. Women in Asset Management Awards program.1 Melda was named a co-winner in the global equities category.This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20221207005072/en/Melda Mergen, Global Head of Equities, Columbia Threadneedle Investments (P

Today, Ameriprise Financial, Inc. (NYSE:AMP) announced it has been named a “Best Place to Work for Disability Inclusion” by the American Association of People with Disabilities and Disability:IN for the third consecutive year. Ameriprise earned this distinction as a result of receiving a score of 90 percent on the Disability Equality Index® (DEI), which is regarded as the most comprehensive benchmarking tool for disability inclusion in the workplace.“At Ameriprise, we strive to provide meaningfu

28 Students From Lincoln Park Performing Arts Charter School Create First Generation Investors Club

Six Flags Entertainment Corporation (NYSE: SIX), the world’s largest regional theme park company and the largest operator of waterparks in North America, today announced that it has made several key leadership appointments that serve to demonstrate the company’s commitment to diversity & inclusion. Six Flags is proud to announce the promotion of Sharon Parker to Park President of Six Flags Over Texas and Dameon Nelson to General Manager of Six Flags Discovery Kingdom. Ms. Parker is the company’s

Partnership aims to increase employment opportunities, financial security, and independent living for Pittsburgh community

New high-touch program delivers financial education, college planning and career readiness training and scholarships for students

Thomas E. Smith recognized for his support of individuals suffering from paralysis

First Command is proud to team up with the Naval Academy Athletic Association as part of a long-term sports sponsorship agreement.

State Street Global Advisors, the asset management business of State Street Corporation (NYSE: STT), today announced the launch of a new money market fund share class, the Opportunity Class, which will benefit philanthropic organizations whose values align with State Street’s commitment to racial equity and social justice.With the launch of the new Opportunity Class shares within State Street Global Advisors’ existing money market fund suite, the firm is answering the call from clients who are i

Ameriprise Financial, Inc. (NYSE: AMP) today announced it was named the “#1 Most Trusted Wealth Manager” in a new survey by Investor’s Business Daily (IBD). The firm also earned a top 10 spot overall on IBD's 2021 list of the “25 Most Trusted Financial Companies.” To compile the trust rankings, IBD and polling partner TechnoMetrica Market Intelligence surveyed more than 6,000 consumers and asked them to rate financial companies based on trust attributes that matter most to them, including:This p

Expanded nonprofit partnerships and more than $1 million in philanthropic commitments through Equitable Foundation increase access to education to empower overall financial well-being

Global leaders in technology, financial services and consumer goods will pioneer growth of socially aware money market fund

Kaplan, Inc. partners with Wall Street Bound to prepare diverse, under-represented youth for careers in the financial services industry.

Ameriprise Financial (NYSE: AMP) today announced it has been named a “Best Place to Work for Disability Inclusion” by the American Association of People with Disabilities and Disability:IN. The firm earned this distinction as a result of receiving a high score of 90 percent on the Disability Equality Index® (DEI), which is regarded as the most comprehensive benchmarking tool for disability inclusion in the workplace.“At Ameriprise, we embrace the unique contributions of our employees and are com

Recap of CSR stories on Business Wire

FINRA and FINRA Foundation Issue Special Notice Soliciting Comment on Ways to Reach and Educate Novice Investors

Two UBS Financial Advisors in San Diego named to Forbes 2021 Top Women Wealth Advisors: Courtney Liddy, downtown, and Kalyn Maher Walker, Del Mar.

First Command survey results highlight need to provide service members and military spouses with greater access to financial education and face-to-face coaching

Domini Impact Investments LLC, a women-led impact investment firm, has published the Domini Funds 2020 Impact Report, which highlights how investors came together to harness the power of finance to build a better world—despite the world 2020 delivered.This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20210506006082/en/Domini Impact Investments LLC, a women-led impact investment firm, publishes its 2020 Impact Report highlighting how invest

New study finds lack of financial literacy linked to high levels of stress and anxiety

Mirova US Climate Ambition Equity strategy seeks to have a high positive climate impact by making investments that lead to reduced carbon emissions and increased saved emissions, while outperforming the S&P 500Strategy’s track record extends over four yearsManaged by Mirova, a global leader in impact investing and part of the Net Zero Asset Management initiative

Introduces Innovative Strategies Designed for the Military Community

Morgan Stanley (NYSE: MS) announced today the issuance of a $1 billion social bond to support affordable housing projects, the latest step in the Firm’s ongoing strategy to advance market-based solutions to address sustainability challenges. This issuance follows the inaugural green bond issued by Morgan Stanley in 2015, which supported various renewable energy and energy efficiency projects.Morgan Stanley intends to allocate an amount equal to the net proceeds of the social bond to affordable h

TriLinc Global, LLC (“TriLinc”) today published its 2019 Sustainability and Impact Report for the TriLinc Global Impact Fund, LLC. TriLinc was founded on the belief that the power of capital markets can be used to solve pressing socioeconomic and environmental challenges, and companies that employ sustainable business practices, in the long term, make better investments. TriLinc employs a disciplined environmental, social, and governance (“ESG”) screening process to assess a company’s sustainabi

Nuveen’s 2020 Proxy Season Preview predicts that a broader range of stakeholders will demand corporate action on climate change, gender parity and workforce diversity

Ameriprise Financial (NYSE: AMP) today announced it has been included in the 2020 Bloomberg Gender-Equality Index (GEI). The GEI is an investment index that aims to track the performance of public companies that are committed to transparency in gender reporting and offer best-in-class policies and practices in support of women in the workforce.“At Ameriprise, we are dedicated to creating a diverse and inclusive culture where all employees can feel empowered to be their best, and this is reflecte

CAPIS, a Dallas-based institutional broker/dealer, launched a charity initiative to use its women-owned status to empower other women.

Twelve newly added funds provide environmental/social choices for participants

Vulcan Capital, the multi-billion dollar investment arm of Vulcan Inc. has again selected TriLinc Global Advisors, LLC (TriLinc”) to seed the launch of its new TriLinc Global Sustainable Income Fund II, LLC (“TGSIF II”). “Partnering with TriLinc to make investments in developing economies furthers Vulcan Capital’s mission,” said Chris Orndorff, Chief Investment Officer of Vulcan Capital. “This presents a unique opportunity for us to make a greater impact on lives and communities around the globe

Waddell & Reed Financial Continues to Expand Diversity & Inclusion Strategies

TD Ameritrade employees can now earn grants for the charities that matter most to them through volunteer service

The Sea Cleaners’ focus on ocean preservation and pollution education a natural fit with AllianzGI’s commitment to Sustainability Five-year partnership will offer engagement opportunities for AllianzGI’s clients and colleagues, and support the launch of ‘The Manta’, a revolutionary new ship, combining several renewable technologies to reduce its carbon footprint, capable of collecting 10,000 tonnes of plastic macro-waste a year

Ivy, Raymond James collaborate on relationship that goes beyond business

TriLinc Global, LLC (“TriLinc”) has been selected as one of the “Real Leaders Top 100 Impact Companies” of 2019. This list, in its inaugural year, was developed in collaboration by Real Leaders, Big Path Capital, B Lab, Bain Capital, KPMG, and Mintz Levin to show that business can thrive as a force for good and rank the positive impact of companies that are leveraging the engine of capitalism for the greater good. TriLinc ranked 9th out of the 100 companies li

Waddell & Reed Financial, Inc. (NYSE: WDR) is pleased to announce the following actions as it advances its position as a values-based and purpose-driven organization: CEO Philip J. Sanders signed the CEO Action for Diversity & Inclusion™ pledge, acknowledging that the organization will act to cultivate trust, diversity, flexibility and understanding. The CEO Action pledge currently has been signed by more than 600 CEOs nationwide,

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