Q&A: Yolanda Beattie, Mercer, talks Future IM/Pact initiativeBY RACHEL ALEMBAKIS | FRIDAY, 3 AUG 2018 3:22PMMercer is launching an industry-sponsored initiative, Future IM/Pact, aimed at increasing the diversity of talent coming into the investment management industry, specifically the lack of women coming into - and progressing through - the industry. Future IM/Pact is an employee value proposition designed to help diverse talent see how they can impact the world as an investor, learn how to start their career in investment management and provide opportunities to gain exposure to the industry. Content will be curated online via a website and social channels. The initiative launches later in August, and Yolanda Beattie, diversity and inclusion practice leader at Mercer, leads the initiative. The Sustainability Report is a proud media partner to the initiative. Related News |
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