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Looking beyond the AI story: The questions that matter most
In this episode of FTSE Russell Convenes, Clara Durodié, CEO of Cognitive Finance, explores the critical questions organisations must address as AI moves from experimentation to enterprise-wide transformation.
The discussion examines how AI is reshaping business and operating models, revenue structures and competitive advantage, while highlighting the importance of governance, human oversight and responsible deployment. Clara also explores AI's growing dependence on energy and infrastructure, introduces the concept of cognitive capital as a future driver of enterprise value, and shares the leadership qualities needed to navigate the AI era with confidence.
A thought-provoking conversation on building sustainable value and resilience in an increasingly AI-driven world.
5 Oct 2026
Democratising private equity: Expanding access to growth
Private equity has long been associated with institutional investors, but growing demand and new investment structures are helping broaden access to private market opportunities.
In this episode of FTSE Russell Convenes, Indrani De speaks with Sean O'Hara, President of Pacer ETF Distributors, about the appeal of private equity and venture capital, the impact of companies remaining private for longer, and the increasing interest from retail investors. The conversation explores how innovative ETF and index-based approaches can provide exposure to private equity return characteristics through liquid, publicly traded investments, potentially reducing some of the traditional barriers to entry.
28 Sept 2026
The future of ETFs: Key trends and innovations
In this FTSE Russell Convenes discussion, Alyson Shupe, Managing Director and Head of Global Product Strategy at Goldman Sachs Asset Management, and Ravi Goutam, Managing Director and Head of US & Canada Institutional iShares at BlackRock, explore the forces driving the next phase of ETF growth.
The conversation examines the expanding role of ETFs in model portfolios, the rise of active and derivatives-based strategies, and how investors are increasingly using ETFs to achieve specific outcomes such as income generation, downside protection and alpha opportunities. The panel also shares insights on global adoption trends, product innovation, and the future role of alternatives and private markets in portfolio construction.
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