Investing for Tomorrow
57 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 2 months ago -Welcome to Investing for Tomorrow, the Thinking Ahead Institute’s (TAI) podcast channel.
The world is transforming at breakneck speed and we’re here to talk about what this means for investments.
TAI is a global not-for-profit group whose members comprise asset owners, asset managers and other groups motivated to influence the investment industry for the good of savers worldwide.
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4. Sustainability shapers on widening social inequalities and writing for the soul
March 06, 2024 05:00 - 16 minutes - 15.3 MBIn this episode, Jodie Tapscott, Vice President and Director of Responsible Investing Strategy at AllianceBernstein, shares her inspiring journey in finance and how a National Geographic article changed her career trajectory toward sustainability. Delve into the systemic risk of widening social inequalities, explored through AllianceBernstein's strategy. Discover the three key areas guiding their investment strategies and the impact on economic, social, and political landscapes. Plus, get...
8. Bonus: Global Pension Assets Study 2024
February 28, 2024 04:51 - 18 minutes - 16.5 MBThe Global Pension Assets Study estimates global pension fund assets across 22 major pension markets (the P22). At the end of 2023 these markets had estimated pension assets of USD 55,688 bn, marking an anticipated 11% growth compared to 2022. In our special bonus episode, we engage in conversation with Anastassia Johnson and Jessica Gao, researchers at the Thinking Ahead Institute. We discuss the study's significant figures, prevalent themes of the year, and anticipate challenges for the ...
3. Sustainability shapers on decarbonisation and the magic of sci-fi
February 14, 2024 05:44 - 20 minutes - 18.7 MBJoin us for this captivating conversation with Daniel Hochman, Head of Sustainability Research at Bridgewater Associates, on the latest episode of Sustainability shapers. Explore Daniel's background and the vital role of decarbonisation for a sustainable future. Uncover Bridgewater's research methodology as we dissect emissions distribution and pinpoint transformative sectors. We discuss the crucial need to seamlessly integrate sustainability into core business practices, fostering a compr...
2. Sustainability shapers on water depletion and living with the ups and downs
January 24, 2024 06:00 - 20 minutes - 18.7 MBIn this episode of "Sustainability Shapers," Piet Klop, Head of Responsible Investment at PGGM, delves into the pressing concern of water depletion. Learn more about Piet himself including how he feels about the importance of connection to nature. Discover how PGGM manages water risk in its portfolio, exploring metrics, engagement, and opportunities aligned with the Sustainable Development Goals. Piet emphasises the need for the financial sector to address location-specific risks and refle...
1. Sustainability shapers on the just transition and the importance of history
December 12, 2023 22:53 - 19 minutes - 17.8 MBIntroducing Thinking Ahead Institute's new spin-off series "Sustainability shapers on systemic risk". This first episode features an insightful conversation with Leon Kamhi, Head of Responsibility at Federated Hermes. Together, with host Isabella Martin, they unravel the complexities of systemic risks, focusing on climate change, social inequalities, and the concept of a just transition. Leon shares his wealth of experience, emphasising the vital role of investor stewardship in shaping a s...
7. Diving into our research highlights for 2023
December 12, 2023 22:52 - 53 minutes - 59.1 MBEmbark on a compelling journey through the breadth of research conducted by the Thinking Ahead Institute in the past year, transcending the realms of the investment industry. Join Marisa Hall, the Head of the Institute, as she engages in insightful conversations with our researchers, offering a comprehensive overview of our 2023 research highlights. Delve into diverse topics, including the evolution of ESG, the future landscape of pensions, climate scenarios, and diversity, equity, and inc...
6. Nature's bottom line: the wealth of biodiversity
October 19, 2023 07:20 - 44 minutes - 40.3 MBBiodiversity and nature have emerged as a prominent next focus for many investors, given how closely they are intertwined with the challenges of climate change. In this episode, we speak with two experts: Thomas Viegas, Partnerships Lead at the TNFD and Liudmila Strakodonskaya, ESG Analyst at AXA Investment Managers. Together we explore the launch of the TNFD, why biodiversity loss is not only a risk but also an opportunity for investors, the adoption of new standards, the development of i...
5. The future of ESG
September 13, 2023 07:20 - 37 minutes - 34.5 MBThe future of ESG is contested. Despite this, many believe that ESG is an unstoppable train that is picking up speed. In this episode we talk to Luba Nikulina, Chief Strategy Officer at IFM Investors, and Roger Urwin, Global Head of Investment Content at WTW and Co-founder of the Thinking Ahead Institute, about the current reality; what’s on the horizon; the importance of rightsizing your sustainability commitments and how all of this is relevant for investment organisations today. Re...
4. Artificial intelligence: friend or foe?
July 26, 2023 07:20 - 55 minutes - 50.4 MBArtificial Intelligence (AI) is a rapidly evolving field. It’s changing the way we live, work and play. In this episode, we talk to two experts in the field: Dr Andy Lingard, Portfolio Development Leader in Insurance Technology at WTW, and Dr Eleanor Drage Senior Research Fellow at the Leverhulme Centre for the Future of Intelligence at the University of Cambridge. We discuss the latest developments in AI, specific applications for the investment industry, the ethical implications, and th...
3. Cultural self-awareness is key
June 29, 2023 07:20 - 41 minutes - 37.6 MBCulture is one of seven organisational ‘superpowers’ and probably: the hardest to describe, the easiest source of blame, the hardest to change and the most critical for success. In this episode, we talk to Andy Walker – Employee Experience Global Head of Sales at WTW – and Stacy Apter – Vice President and Treasurer in Corporate Finance for the Coca-Cola Company – about why cultural self-awareness is key. Resources mentioned: Research paper: Culture- The organisational superpower ...
2. Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR): the systemic risk investors should be talking about
May 31, 2023 07:20 - 25 minutes - 23.1 MBAntimicrobial Resistance (AMR), according to the World Health Organisation, is one of the top 10 threats facing humanity today. Antimicrobials (including antibiotics) are medicines used to treat infection in humans, animals and plants. Their misuse or overuse drives the development of drug-resistant pathogens (think parasites for example) that no longer respond to medicines. In this episode, we step into the public health arena and speak to Abigail Herron, Global Head of ESG Strategic Pa...
1. The just transition and the importance of leaving no one behind
April 27, 2023 09:24 - 44 minutes - 40.6 MBThe just approach to the net-zero transition would ensure we leave no one behind In this episode we cover findings from our Thinking Ahead paper, ‘The ‘S’ of ESG- moving from interest to action’, the Just Transition Finance Challenge and much more with two different, special guests. We speak to both Annika Brouwer Sustainability Specialist at Ninety One, a global asset manager with emerging markets roots and a Thinking Ahead member. And Sarah Teacher joint, interim CEO at the Impact ...
Bonus: Global Pension Assets Study 2023
February 15, 2023 17:00 - 18 minutes - 16.9 MBThe Global Pension Assets Study estimates global pension fund assets across 22 major pension markets (the P22), which at the end of 2022 had estimated pension assets of USD 47,861 bn. In this special bonus episode, we chat with Anastassia Johnson and Jessica Gao, researchers at the Thinking Ahead Institute about key figures from the study, core themes from the year and challenges for the year ahead. Articles and papers mentioned: World Inequality Report 2022 The Innovator’s DNA Glo...
5. Looking back at our research highlights for 2022
December 01, 2022 08:00 - 35 minutes - 32.8 MBMarisa Hall, Co-Head of the Thinking Ahead Institute, joins as guest host, with Isabella Martin to reflect on the team's research highlights set against a year of challenges. They cover many topics ranging from thought leadership, the future of work and systems thinking to the just transition, biodiversity and global trends in the investment industry. The article mentioned is Why Curiosity Matters, featured in the Harvard Business Review.
4. The climate transition and its risks for investors
November 01, 2022 11:59 - 34 minutes - 31.6 MBThere has never been more focus on the ramifications of climate change and yet it seems that the investment industry is not acting swiftly or definitively enough to address them. This month we chat to Tim Hodgson, Co-head of the Thinking Ahead Institute (TAI), and Jeff Chee, who is the Global Head of Portfolio Strategy at WTW about the climate transition and its risks for investors. As we step into creativity, we also chat to Susanna Basso, Creative Director of Climate Culture, about the p...
3. Latest trends from the world’s largest pension funds
October 03, 2022 16:57 - 25 minutes - 17.4 MBMarisa Hall, Co-head of the Thinking Ahead Institute, and Roger Urwin, Co-founder, discuss the key data points from the ‘Global top 300 pension funds’ report. In addition to covering overarching trends in the industry and the direction of travel.
2. Stewardship and engagement may be challenging but it presents significant opportunities for people and planet
September 01, 2022 10:33 - 48 minutes - 33.5 MBStewardship and engagement have grown in scope and scale and are now buzzwords in the investment industry. We chat to Adam Gillett, Head of Sustainable Investment and Eleanor Mahmoud, from the SI team at WTW about its challenges and opportunities. Resources: Make My Money Matter ad- #DeliverTheTruth about your pension and deforestation
1. Hybrid working and the transformation of the modern-day organisation
August 02, 2022 17:01 - 38 minutes - 52.3 MBIntroducing our new podcast series Investing for Tomorrow. This month we chat to Marisa Hall, Co-head of the Thinking Ahead Institute, and Roger Urwin, Co-founder of the Institute, about hybrid working and how it will affect the investment industry and organisations into the future. Additionally, we chat to Hugo from The Fisheries in London about how to design collaborative workspaces.
Bonus: Global Pensions Asset Study 2022
April 06, 2022 15:22 - 31 minutes - 22.3 MBThe Global Pension Assets Study estimates global pension fund assets across 22 major pension markets (the P22). These geographies now total a record US$56.6 trillion in pension assets and account for 76% of the GDP of these economies. The study, conducted by WTW and the Thinking Ahead Institute since the 1990s, includes an analysis of the seven largest markets (the P7): Australia, Canada, Japan, Netherlands, Switzerland, UK and US comprise 92% of total pension assets, unchanged from the prev...
Global Pensions Asset Study 2022
April 06, 2022 15:22The Global Pension Assets Study estimates global pension fund assets across 22 major pension markets (the P22). These geographies now total a record US$56.6 trillion in pension assets and account for 76% of the GDP of these economies. The study, conducted by WTW and the Thinking Ahead Institute since the 1990s, includes an analysis of the seven largest markets (the P7): Australia, Canada, Japan, Netherlands, Switzerland, UK and US comprise 92% of total pension assets, unchanged from the prev...
Global Pensions Asset Study 2022
April 06, 2022 15:22The Global Pension Assets Study estimates global pension fund assets across 22 major pension markets (the P22). These geographies now total a record US$56.6 trillion in pension assets and account for 76% of the GDP of these economies. The study, conducted by WTW and the Thinking Ahead Institute since the 1990s, includes an analysis of the seven largest markets (the P7): Australia, Canada, Japan, Netherlands, Switzerland, UK and US comprise 92% of total pension assets, unchanged from the prev...
Episode 5: Culture and Climate Change
August 27, 2021 12:54 - 19 minutes - 44.9 MBMarisa Hall, Co-Head of the Thinking Ahead Institute, talks about the power of culture in navigating climate-related risk and opportunities.
5. Culture and Climate Change
August 27, 2021 12:54 - 19 minutes - 44.9 MBMarisa Hall, Co-Head of the Thinking Ahead Institute, talks about the power of culture in navigating climate-related risk and opportunities.
4. Climate Change and Investment Industry
July 30, 2021 14:12 - 13 minutes - 31.7 MBIn episode two of our series covering the 1.5 ˚C working group papers, Liang Yin and Matt Stoughton-Harris explore how much of the climate crisis the investment industry owns and the critical role that private investment will play in achieving asset owner’s net-zero goals. In order to successfully achieve such goals, the investment industry must understand the role it must play by directing private investment appropriately. To further explore the themes discussed in this podcast, please r...
Episode 4: Climate Change and Investment Industry
July 30, 2021 14:12 - 13 minutes - 31.7 MBIn episode two of our series covering the 1.5 ˚C working group papers, Liang Yin and Matt Stoughton-Harris explore how much of the climate crisis the investment industry owns and the critical role that private investment will play in achieving asset owner’s net-zero goals. In order to successfully achieve such goals, the investment industry must understand the role it must play by directing private investment appropriately. To further explore the themes discussed in this podcast, please r...
3. Fiduciary duty and sustainable investing
June 25, 2021 14:05 - 27 minutes - 44.2 MBToday’s episode is the first of a series podcast we will do covering different sections of the Duty of Ownership working group paper: with great power comes great responsibility. Fiduciary duty is a core responsibility for trustees and it has become a very complex matter when blended in with sustainable and impact investing in recent years. The Duty of Ownership working group spent fair amount time discussing and debating what the boundary of what asset owners can do, challenges they face...
Episode 3: Fiduciary duty and sustainable investing
June 25, 2021 14:05 - 27 minutes - 44.2 MBToday’s episode is the first of a series podcast we will do covering different sections of the Duty of Ownership working group paper: with great power comes great responsibility. Fiduciary duty is a core responsibility for trustees and it has become a very complex matter when blended in with sustainable and impact investing in recent years. The Duty of Ownership working group spent fair amount time discussing and debating what the boundary of what asset owners can do, challenges they face...
Episode 2: Climate change and the investment industry
April 20, 2021 09:01 - 24 minutes - 44.4 MBTim Hodgson, co-founder of the Thinking Ahead Institute, and Matt Stoughton-Harris discuss the task that the investment industry faces in response to climate change.
2. Climate change and the investment industry
April 20, 2021 09:01 - 24 minutes - 44.4 MBTim Hodgson, co-founder of the Thinking Ahead Institute, and Matt Stoughton-Harris discuss the task that the investment industry faces in response to climate change.
Episode 1: The five big themes for 2021
March 09, 2021 12:38 - 17 minutes - 41.5 MBExploring challenges and opportunities for the investment industry, season two kicks off with a look at the big investment themes to be aware of this year.
1. The five big themes for 2021
March 09, 2021 12:38 - 17 minutes - 41.5 MBExploring challenges and opportunities for the investment industry, season two kicks off with a look at the big investment themes to be aware of this year.
12. Coronavirus wider perspectives | Act III
February 08, 2021 11:02 - 26 minutes - 49.2 MBWe find ourselves in the closing phases of act III extremely fatigued by stress and the loss of our sense of control and agency. Usually we feel we have some control over what happens to us but, in 2020, life happened to us and history was written without us. Roger Urwin explores how we can look for silver linings in this difficult time, and the positive actions organisations can take.
Episode 12 : Coronavirus wider perspectives | Act III
February 08, 2021 11:02 - 26 minutes - 49.2 MBWe find ourselves in the closing phases of act III extremely fatigued by stress and the loss of our sense of control and agency. Usually we feel we have some control over what happens to us but, in 2020, life happened to us and history was written without us. Roger Urwin explores how we can look for silver linings in this difficult time, and the positive actions organisations can take.
Episode 12 – Coronavirus wider perspectives | Act III
February 08, 2021 11:02 - 26 minutes - 49.2 MBWe find ourselves in the closing phases of act III extremely fatigued by stress and the loss of our sense of control and agency. Usually we feel we have some control over what happens to us but, in 2020, life happened to us and history was written without us. Roger Urwin explores how we can look for silver linings in this difficult time, and the positive actions organisations can take.
Episode 11: wider perspectives | Act II
December 23, 2020 16:54 - 18 minutes - 42.6 MBIt feels like we are in Act II of a five-part Covid-19 play that Shakespeare could have written. This suggests we are not very far into the crisis with many uncertainties, twists and learnings left. It feels like we are in Act II of a five-part Covid-19 play that Shakespeare could have written. This suggests we are not very far into the crisis with many uncertainties, twists and learnings left.
11. Wider perspectives | Act II
December 23, 2020 16:54 - 18 minutes - 42.6 MBIt feels like we are in Act II of a five-part Covid-19 play that Shakespeare could have written. This suggests we are not very far into the crisis with many uncertainties, twists and learnings left. It feels like we are in Act II of a five-part Covid-19 play that Shakespeare could have written. This suggests we are not very far into the crisis with many uncertainties, twists and learnings left.
Episode 10: Let’s #TalkAboutBlack
December 23, 2020 16:49 - 31 minutes - 72.6 MB“I don’t think people born racist. Nobody is born hating somebody because of the colour of their skin.” Co-Head Marisa Hall shares her personal experiences with racial discrimination, along with some ways individuals can act to make a difference in both their personal and professional lives.
10. Let’s #TalkAboutBlack
December 23, 2020 16:49 - 31 minutes - 72.6 MB“I don’t think people born racist. Nobody is born hating somebody because of the colour of their skin.” Co-Head Marisa Hall shares her personal experiences with racial discrimination, along with some ways individuals can act to make a difference in both their personal and professional lives.
9. Future-proofing your investment career – part 2
December 23, 2020 16:44 - 17 minutes - 42.3 MBRoger Urwin draws on his 30 years of experience to share advice on how people can future-proof their investment careers reflecting on the new challenges brought by Covid-19.
Episode 9: Future-proofing your investment career – part 2
December 23, 2020 16:44 - 17 minutes - 42.3 MBRoger Urwin draws on his 30 years of experience to share advice on how people can future-proof their investment careers reflecting on the new challenges brought by Covid-19.
8. Scaffolding and the bricks
December 23, 2020 16:38 - 24 minutes - 56.9 MBRoger Urwin discusses various tools to re-model our ways of thinking during these uniquely stressed times of the coronavirus crisis.
Episode 8: Scaffolding and the bricks
December 23, 2020 16:38 - 24 minutes - 56.9 MBRoger Urwin discusses various tools to re-model our ways of thinking during these uniquely stressed times of the coronavirus crisis.
7. Climate change in a Covid-19 world
November 03, 2020 10:51 - 20 minutes - 47.2 MBCo-Head of the Institute Tim Hodgson shares why the issue of climate change is so important to the Thinking Ahead Institute, and how we aim for our research to work towards a carbon neutral economy.
Episode 7. Climate change in a Covid-19 world
November 03, 2020 10:51Co-Head of the Institute Tim Hodgson shares why the issue of climate change is so important to the Thinking Ahead Institute, and how we aim for our research to work towards a carbon neutral economy.
Episode 7. Climate change in a Covid-19 world
November 03, 2020 10:51Co-Head of the Institute Tim Hodgson shares why the issue of climate change is so important to the Thinking Ahead Institute, and how we aim for our research to work towards a carbon neutral economy.
6. Wider perspectives Act I
November 03, 2020 10:34 - 17 minutes - 41.8 MBRoger Urwin shares wider perspectives on the impacts of the coronavirus crisis and its implications for the investment industry, asset owners and asset managers.
Episode 6. Wider perspectives Act I
November 03, 2020 10:34 - 17 minutes - 41.8 MBRoger Urwin shares wider perspectives on the impacts of the coronavirus crisis and its implications for the investment industry, asset owners and asset managers.
5. Leadership roles
October 09, 2020 10:50 - 9 minutes - 24 MBRoger Urwin outlines the two key leadership types, serving and dominant, and the different roles each can play during a crisis such as COVID 19.
Episode 5. Leadership roles
October 09, 2020 10:50 - 9 minutes - 24 MBRoger Urwin outlines the two key leadership types, serving and dominant, and the different roles each can play during a crisis such as COVID 19.
4. Embracing a systems framework
October 09, 2020 10:46 - 14 minutes - 35 MBInstitute Co-Head Marisa Hall explores how Covid-19 has highlighted the importance for investment organisations of having an effective systems framework, and shares ways to achieve this.