Podcasts about Icma

Bryan Pascoe, Chief Executive of ICMA, reflects on ICMA's role and priorities in the international capital markets.

Ruari Ewing, Senior Director, Market Practice and Regulatory Policy, ICMA, narrates ICMA's response to the European Commission's SIU consultation questions on issuance (including PRIIPs).  

Nina Suhaib-Wolf, Director, Market Practice and Regulatory Policy, gives an update on the EU/UK MiFID and its timeline.

Miriam Patterson, Senior Director, Market Practice and Regulatory Policy, discusses ICMA's engagement with the EU Savings and Investment Union: securitisation aspects.

Irene Rey, Associate Director, Market Practice and Regulatory Policy, provides a summary of ICMA's position paper on Non Bank Financial Intermediaries (NBFI).

Andy Hill, Managing Director, Co-Head of Market Practice & Regulatory Policy, discusses the ongoing work of the Bond Market Liquidity Taskforce (BMLT), focusing on the European investment grade corporate bond market.

Gabriel Callsen, Senior Director, FinTech and Digitalisation, gives an update on ICMA's engagement with innovation and tokenisation in capital markets, focusing on contributions to the European Commission's Savings and Investment Union consultation.

Alexander Westphal, Senior Director, Market Practice and Regulatory Policy, gives an update on T+1 and SFTs.

Armin Peter, ICMA Consultant, speaks about the work of ICMA's Primary Market Innovation Project, which engaged over 150 stakeholders to chart a path for evolutionary change in capital markets.

Paul Richards, Senior Advisor, considers the international authorities' assessment of the financial stability risks arising from the US Administration's policy of reciprocal tariffs and the impact on capital markets US Administration's policy of reciprocal tariffs and the impact on capital markets.

Katie Kelly, Senior Director, Market Practice and Regulatory Policy, underscores the critical role of sustainability in the evolution of European commercial paper markets.

Nicholas Pfaff, Deputy CEO and Head of Sustainable Finance, ICMA, summarises the new "Sustainable Bonds for Nature: A Practitioners Guide" released during the AGM of the Principles in London on 26th June.

Nicholas Pfaff, Deputy CEO and Head of Sustainable Finance, ICMA, reflects on the new and updated guidance released at the AGM of the Principles in London on 26th June.

Natalie Westerbarkey, Co-Head of Market Practice and Regulatory Policy, ICMA, outlines ICMA's response to the European Commission's consultation on EU capital markets integration, offering insights into key challenges and strategic recommendations.

Pinellas County Administrator Barry Burton and Hillsborough County Chief Human Services Administrator Carl Harness join the show to discuss their shared commitment to regional cooperation in the Tampa Bay area. They highlight their partnership with Pasco County, regular joint meetings between commissioners and staff, and the importance of working across county lines to tackle shared challenges. As co-hosts of the upcoming ICMA Annual Conference in Tampa, Barry and Carl also preview what attendees can expect. With registration open in June and the conference set for late October, they aim to break previous attendance records and emphasize the event's value for professional development and networking across all levels of local government. The conversation also touches on broader trends in city and county management, from the rising importance of professional communication teams to the evolving nature of citizen engagement. Barry and Carl note that while counties differ in size and challenges, many priorities—like water management, infrastructure, and public trust—are shared, making the ICMA conference a critical space for learning and collaboration.

Di cosa si occupa il Gruppo tecnico sostenibilità di Confindustria Lecco e Sondrio? Che impatto hanno scelte etiche sul fatturato? con Elena Torri, coordinatrice del gruppo, scopriamo le iniziative e analizziamo il caso di Icma, azienda lecchese che ha fatto della sostenibilità la sua cifra.

Following ICMA's Social Bonds Podcast Series in 2022/2023, this episode provides an update on the social bonds market: what types of projects issuers are funding these days, how investors are looking at social bonds, what the advantages of a portfolio approach in impact reporting are, and how ICMA's Harmonised Framework for Impact Reporting can help. Simone Utermarck, Senior Director, Sustainable Finance at ICMA talks to Malika Takhtayeva, Sustainable Fixed Income Lead at BNPP Asset Management, Charles Smith, Senior Funding Officer at the EBRD and Felix Grote, Head of Funding & Investor Relations at Council of Europe Development Bank.

What does it mean to actively meet your ethical obligations as a finance or accounting professional?  In this episode, you'll learn how corporate scandals reveal recurring themes in ethical failings and leadership culture.   The episode also expands beyond misconduct to highlight proactive ethical leadership, and learn how to use Part 1 of APES 110 code as a practical framework to:  Assess risks  Apply safeguards  Make confident ethical decisions  If you're an accountant or finance professional looking to strengthen your understanding of ethics, these insights can help you protect your reputation, uphold trust and lead responsibly.  Listen now.   Host: Belinda Zohrab-McConnell, regulatory, professional standards and ethics specialist, CPA Australia  Guest: Brendan O'Connell, global president ICMA, current member and past Chair of the CPA Australia centre of excellence for ethics and professional standards.  For more information head to CPA Australia for CPD ethics resources.   And for further information, you can read these ethics articles on INTHEBLACK.   https://intheblack.cpaaustralia.com.au/ethics-and-governance/highly-competitive-work-environments  CPA Australia publishes four podcasts, providing commentary and thought leadership across business, finance, and accounting:   With Interest  INTHEBLACK   INTHEBLACK Out Loud  Excel Tips  Search for them in your podcast platform, including on YouTube.   Email the podcast team at podcasts@cpaaustralia.com.au  

In this podcast from the Asset Management and Investors Council (AMIC), recorded on 10th June 2025, Bob Parker and Massimiliano Castelli discussed: The continuing US/China tariff negotiations. What's the impact on the Chinese economy? Given the US budget bill, what are the implications for the US budget deficit, the US credit rating and US Treasury yields? What are the key risks facing investors for the second half of 2025, and are they factored into markets at present? AMIC is ICMA's dedicated forum advocating the interests of buy-side members, including asset managers, institutional investors, private banks, pension funds, and insurance companies, among others. If you have questions or topics that you would like our guests to address in future episodes, please feel free to get in contact via email: AMIC@icmagroup.org. Speakers: Bob Parker is former Chairman of AMIC and Senior Adviser to ICMA. Massimiliano Castelli, PhD MSc, is Managing Director and Head of Strategy & Advice at UBS Asset Management and Co-Chair of the AMIC Executive Committee. Learn more about the work of AMIC here: https://www.icmagroup.org/market-practice-and-regulatory-policy/asset-management/

Key Takeaways for Retention and Workplace Wellness:How mental health impacts employee engagement, retention, and workplace culturePractical leadership strategies to create a mentally healthy environmentWhat leaders, managers, and peers can do to support each otherHow local governments can address burnout—and prevent it from driving people away Featured Guest:Adrienne Wise – CEO of Wise Choice Counseling and Consulting Services; trauma-informed care consultant, emotional wellness expert, and global public speaker Voices in Local Government Podcast Hosts:Joe Supervielle and Angelica WedellResources:Mental health services from ICMA affinity partner, Cope Notes.ICMA Annual Conference, October 25-29 in Tampa. With sessions on mental health in the workplace and more. Registration opens June 25.Voices in Local Government: Mental Health Ask Me Anything with Johnny Crowder

This episode is part 2 of a chat with the new City Manager for the City of Asheboro, Donald Duncan - they discuss leadership insights and lessons that helped move Donald's career to the current new position.Special thanks to the sposors:https://www.shacklefordleadership.com/https://hyperx.comHyperX Discount Code: Lead#hyperx #hyperxfamily #motivation #motivationmonday #leadership #leadwell #podcast

Listen now to the podcast from the Asset Management and Investors Council (AMIC), ICMA's dedicated forum advocating the interests of buy-side members, including asset managers, institutional investors, private banks, pension funds, and insurance companies, among others. Returning for this episode are industry experts, Bob Parker, former Chairman of AMIC and Senior Adviser to ICMA, alongside Massimiliano Castelli, PhD MSc, Managing Director and Head of Strategy & Advice at UBS Asset Management, who also serves as the Co-Chair of the AMIC Executive Committee. In this podcast, recorded on 7th May 2025, the team discussed: The evolving US tariff policy and how these policies may affect the economies of the US and its major trading partners. How might other Governments react? Whether the independence of the US Federal Reserve is under threat Implications for foreign demand for US Treasuries and whether the turmoil could persuade investors to increasingly shift allocations outside the US If you have questions or topics that you would like our guests to address in future episodes, please feel free to get in contact via email: AMIC@icmagroup.org. Learn more about AMIC: https://www.icmagroup.org/market-practice-and-regulatory-policy/asset-management/

Irene Rey, Associate Director, MPRP, ICMA, discusses AMIC's response to the Financial Stability Board's consultation report on addressing financial stability risks arising from leverage in Non-Bank Financial Intermediation.

Alex Westphal, Senior Director, Market Practice and Regulatory Policy, ICMA, talks about ICMA's repo and collateral market work, focusing specifically on recent publications in this field, including the latest European Repo Market Survey and the ERCC's Guide to Best Practice in the European Repo Market.

Nina Suhaib-Wolf, Director, Market Practice and Regulatory Policy, ICMA, provides an update on ESMA's final post-trade referral for bonds and the ICMA letter to ESMA and the European Commission.

Miriam Patterson, Senior Director, Market Practice and Regulatory Policy, ICMA, discusses the use of asymmetric jurisdiction clauses in the international debt capital markets following the judgement of the Court of Justice of the European Union (CJEU) in the Lastre SpA v. Agora SARL case.

Ruari Ewing, Senior Director, Market Practice and Regulatory Policy, ICMA, comments on the response to the FCA's consultation paper that proposed changes to the public offers and admissions to trading regime (POATRS), the product governance regime and the UK Listing Rules.

Emma Thomas, Associate, FinTech and Digitalisation, ICMA, comments on the efforts by financial market regulators to adapt to growth in the usage of AI within Financial services

Nicholas Pfaff, Deputy Chief Executive, Head of Sustainable Finance, ICMA, and Özgür Altun, Associate Director, Sustainable Finance, ICMA, summarise the main points of their latest paper, published on 25 March 2025, which details reflections and recommendations for the sustainable fund market in a new regulatory environment.

Paul Richards considers the opportunities for making European capital markets more competitive.

Natalie Westerbarkey, Co-Head of Market Practice and Regulatory Policy, ICMA, outlines how the fixed income market plays a key role in achieving EU investment needs by providing low-cost, simple solutions for retail investors' wealth creation and alternative funding sources for corporations in addition to bank loans, resulting in the promotion of sustainable and innovative growth in Europe.

Leland Goss, Managing Director, General Counsel, ICMA, assesses the impact of potential moves, in New York and London, to enact legislation aimed at addressing perceived shortcomings within the existing sovereign debt restructuring framework.

Bryan Pascoe, Chief Executive of ICMA, reflects on the impact of the recent geopolitical activity upon the global capital markets.

Andy Hill, Co-Head of Market Practice and Regulatory Policy, ICMA, considers the implications for bond markets of the recent wave of shortening of settlement cycles in securities markets, that began in the US and is now set to be copied in Europe and elsewhere.

In this episode Brandon has a chat with the new City Manager for the City of Asheboro, Donald Duncan - they discuss Donald's start into local government and time at Appalachian State University, along with some leadership insights and what Donald is looking forward to for the City and in this new position.Discount code for #hyperx:Lead

Listen now to the podcast from the Asset Management and Investors Council (AMIC), ICMA's dedicated forum advocating the interests of buy-side members, including asset managers, institutional investors, private banks, pension funds, and insurance companies, among others. Returning for this episode are industry experts, Bob Parker, former Chairman of AMIC and Senior Adviser to ICMA, alongside Massimiliano Castelli, PhD MSc, Managing Director and Head of Strategy & Advice at UBS Asset Management, who also serves as the Co-Chair of the AMIC Executive Committee. In this podcast, recorded on 26th March 2025, the team discussed: · Given the deep twin sell off in the US dollar and equities, is the American exceptionalism trade over? · Following the dramatic changes to German fiscal policy announced during early March. Is this the herald of a European Renaissance? · “What's progress on the Capital Markets Union and the Savings and Investment Union? Is Europe finally going to deliver on financial market integration?” If you have questions or topics that you would like our guests to address in future episodes, please feel free to get in contact via email: AMIC@icmagroup.org. Learn more about AMIC: https://www.icmagroup.org/market-practice-and-regulatory-policy/asset-management/

In this engaging episode, Steve talks with Josh Starr, the USF ICMA Student Body President, about the critical role mentorship and professional development play in the realm of city management. They explore how student chapters significantly contribute to shaping future city managers, offering them a platform for growth and professional networking. Josh emphasizes the benefits of ICMA fellowships and other supportive resources that enhance student involvement and learning, preparing them for successful careers in public administration.

Sternstunden der KlassikUnter diesem Motto erlebte das Publikum der Tonhalle in Düsseldorf die ICMA - International Classical Music Awards - Gala 2025. Musikchefin Ursula Magnes war als Jurymitglied dabei und berichtet.

Listen now to the podcast from the Asset Management and Investors Council (AMIC), ICMA's dedicated forum advocating the interests of buy-side members, including asset managers, institutional investors, private banks, pension funds, and insurance companies, among others. Returning for this episode are industry experts, Bob Parker, former Chairman of AMIC and Senior Adviser to ICMA, alongside Massimiliano Castelli, PhD MSc, Managing Director and Head of Strategy & Advice at UBS Asset Management, who also serves as the Co-Chair of the AMIC Executive Committee. In this podcast, recorded on 25th February 2025, the team discussed: Following the general election result in Germany, what is the outlook for the German economy, and what is the knock-on effect for the Eurozone and the ECB . Update on US economic policy under the new Trump administration. Government and Fed policy. What's changed in China? In the near term what do you see as the major risk factors to capital markets, and what about potential market volatility. If you have questions or topics that you would like our guests to address in future episodes, please feel free to get in contact via email: AMIC@icmagroup.org. Learn more about AMIC: https://www.icmagroup.org/market-practice-and-regulatory-policy/asset-management/

Last September after mounting pressure, the International City/County Management Association (ICMA) finally capitulated and settled the James Freed lawsuit a month before it was scheduled to go to trial. In this episode, we catch up with the Port Huron, Michigan city manager and see what life is like after his huge victory. Hint: Lots of vacations with the wife. ROTFLMAO! We also discuss the failures of his state association, the Michigan Municipal Executives, and discuss the feelings of abandonment and gaslighting he endured throughout this process. He shares how his faith and a supportive wife got him through the dark days and the numerous battles he has faced over the last seven years. We also talk about the state of the city management profession and the challenges facing managers in Michigan. SHOW NOTES Link to James Freed's LinkedIn page and his municipal consulting company, Pivot Group Municipal Services EPISODE SPONSOR: This episode is sponsored by Holbrook Asphalt. Maintaining your roads is one of the most difficult tasks for any city government. The good news is the secret to making it easier is only 3 letters: H-A-5. HA5 extends the life of roads and reduces the financial burden on taxpayers. HA5 is an innovative pavement preservation treatment trusted by over 300 public agencies. It keeps good roads in good condition, reducing repair costs and saving taxpayer dollars. Join the hundreds of other cities making the smart choice. Choose HA5 for longer-lasting roads and a healthier budget. Learn more at holbrookasphalt.com/city. AAME JOB BOARD: The American Association of Municipal Executives has a free job board exclusively focused on executive and senior level local government recruitments. To post a job, go to: https://jobs.aame.org/ SUPPORT THE PODCAST: Subscribe to my FREE weekly newsletter hosted on LinkedIn. It is called the "City Manager News & Job Board" newsletter and can be found here: https://www.linkedin.com/newsletters/city-manager-rtrs-job-board-7164683251112992768/ If you would like to support the podcast by making a donation, please use the "Buy Me A Coffee" link. Please rate and review the podcast on Apple or your preferred platform if you enjoy the show. It helps tremendously. But more importantly, refer your friends and peers to podcast through personal conversations and posts on your social media platforms. Joe Turner's LinkedIn Page City Manager Unfiltered YouTube Page - Subscribe Today! Note: Page may contain affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.  

Natalie Westerbarkey, Managing Director, Co-Head of Market Practice & Regulatory Policy, ICMA, explores the growth, innovation, and impact on bond markets of fixed income ETFs.

Georgina Jarratt, Managing Director, ICMA, updates on ICMA's strategic priorities for FinTech and digitalisation in 2025.

Ozgur Altun, Associate Director, Sustainable Finance, provides an overview of the ESMA's Guidelines on ESG-related fund names.

Nina Suhaib-Wolf, Director, ICMA, presents the latest updates on the EU and UK frameworks for bond market transparency and consolidated tapes.

Katie Kelly, Senior Director, ICMA, discusses the role of commercial paper in the sustainable finance market.

Ruari Ewing, Senior Director, Market Practice and Regulatory Policy, ICMA, gives an update on the EU Listing Act: ESMA Prospectus Regulation proposals.

Miriam Patterson, Senior Director, ICMA, discusses ICMA's response to the UK Financial Conduct Authority's consultation on the new UK prospectus regime.

Irene Rey, Associate Director, Market Practice and Regulatory Policy, ICMA, discusses the adequacy of macroprudential policies for NBFI.

Nicolette Moser, Senior Director, Market Practice and Regulatory Policy, ICMA, provides an update on ICMA's response to the recent EU Commission's Targeted Consultation on the functioning of the EU Securitisation Framework.

Andy Pederson, the Village Manager for the Village of Bayside, Wisconsin joined the podcast to discuss his work on the ICMA Governance Task Force. He shared why the Task Force was formed, the need to rebalance the regions, and how the Code of Ethics influenced the work of the Task Force. This episode was recorded at the 2024 ICMA Conference in Pittsburgh, PA. Host: Lauren Palmer