Key ETF Trends to Watch Ahead of 2026 ICI ETF Conference
In this episode of our “Talking Investment Management” podcast, Stradley Ronon partners Mark Greer (https://www.stradley.com/mark-r-greer), Shawn Hendricks (https://www.stradley.com/shawn-a-hendricks) and Brian Murphy (https://www.stradley.com/brian-p-murphy) explore key themes in exchange-traded funds (ETFs) that are expected to shape discussion at the upcoming Investment Company Institute (ICI)’s ETF Conference, including sessions led by the firm (https://www.stradley.com/events/2026-investment-company-institute-ici-etf-conference).
Listeners will gain insight into:
ETF share class relief: How the framework is being implemented in practice, ongoing compliance, and board oversight considerations.
Digital assets and ETFs: The evolving regulatory landscape, market developments and considerations for product innovation.
Tokenization: What it means for ETF sponsors and fund managers as digital distribution models continue to develop.
Emerging topics: Leveraged ETFs and the growing role of AI in the ETF lifecycle.
16 Mar 2026
The SEC's Regulatory Reset: Staying Ahead of the Curve
Before joining us at the Investment Adviser Association (IAA)’s Investment Adviser Compliance Conference and the Investment Company Institute (ICI)’s Investment Management Conference, tune into our latest “Talking Investment Management” podcast episode!
This episode, “The SEC's Regulatory Reset: Staying Ahead of the Curve,” features Stradley Ronon executive partner Bruce Leto (https://url.us.m.mimecastprotect.com/s/RIdUCkRo98T39nZRskCDSGtJKK?domain=ecomms.stradley.com), a longtime leader in the investment management practice and distinguished speaker throughout ICI’s history of conferences, along with this year’s ICI panelists and Stradley Ronon partners Sara Crovitz (https://url.us.m.mimecastprotect.com/s/I5RiClYpjxTqxoD3hgFrSzEHRA?domain=ecomms.stradley.com), co-chair of the investment management practice (and an IAA panelist), and Jan Folena (https://url.us.m.mimecastprotect.com/s/l5smCmZElOhLz5G7u4HzSRWtvG?domain=ecomms.stradley.com), co-chair of the securities and regulatory enforcement practice.
Listeners will gain insight into:
Regulatory updates such as recent additions to the Names Rule FAQs and proposed changes to Form N-PORT.
Developments in tokenization, blockchain-based fund registration, and exchange-traded funds.
U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) exam preparation and strategy and current exam focus areas.
23 Oct 2025
Best Protections for Fund Directors from SEC Exams and Enforcement – Looking Back and Ahead
In this episode of our “Talking Investment Management” podcast, Stradley Ronon partners and former SEC staff members David Grim (https://www.stradley.com/david-w-grim) and Jan Folena (https://www.stradley.com/jan-m-folena) are joined by Andrew (Buddy) Donohue, a former chief of staff for the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, former director of the SEC’s Division of Investment Management and current fund director, to discuss the evolving landscape of fund oversight and regulatory enforcement.
With the Independent Directors Council (IDC) 2025 Fund Directors Conference approaching, this episode explores the challenges, lessons learned, and practical strategies for fund directors navigating SEC exams and enforcement actions.
Listeners will gain insight into:
Key historical and recent SEC enforcement actions involving fund directors.
The specific responsibilities and obligations of fund directors.
How SEC exams and enforcement intersect with fund governance.
Practical strategies to mitigate regulatory risk and respond to investigations.
Whether you’re a fund director, fund manager, or part of a board’s legal and compliance team, this episode offers an insider’s perspective on maintaining compliance, managing risk, and staying ahead in a highly regulated environment.
Be sure to catch our team at the IDC conference.
16 Jun 2025
Tokenization and Stablecoins: What Fund Managers Need to Know
Partners Jamie Gershkow and Jesse Kanach from Stradley Ronon demystify tokenization and stablecoins, explaining blockchain's impact on investment instruments and key legal considerations for fund managers in this interview.
14 Mar 2025
The SEC Under New Management
David Grim, Jan Folena, and Brian Murphy, former SEC staff, examine the agency's transition, discussing new leadership, expected rulemaking, enforcement, and priorities based on their SEC experience in this interview.
10 Mar 2025
Diving into ETFs: Are You Ready for a Sea Change?
Industry experts preview the Investment Company Institute’s panel, exploring SEC leadership changes, ETF share classes, crypto ETPs, and non-transparent ETFs.
9 Dec 2024
Board Oversight of Exchange-Traded Funds Part 2
Lisa Chaikin Hamman of the Independent Directors Council examines board oversight of unique exchange-traded funds with Fabio Battaglia and Michael Mundt, covering actively managed ETFs and mutual fund conversions in this interview.
18 Oct 2024
Board Oversight of Exchange-Traded Funds Part 1
Lisa Chaikin Hamman of the IDC discusses board oversight responsibilities for exchange-traded funds with Fabio Battaglia and Michael Mundt, offering insights into director duties in this interview.
9 Oct 2023
The Fund Director’s Guide to Navigating the Regulatory Landscape
Cynthia Plouché, Chair of the Independent Directors Council, examines critical SEC regulations like cybersecurity and ESG with David Grim and Sara Crovitz, offering fund directors guidance on navigating today's complex regulatory environment in this interview.
2 Oct 2023
Looking Back and Forward at the SEC’s Rule for Fair Value
Carolyn McPhillips, David W. Grim, and Jennifer Hillman analyze the SEC's Rule 2a-5 for fair value determination, offering insights for fund directors navigating its implications in this interview.
17 Mar 2023
Commitment to Diversity: Key Issues in Asset Management
Partners David Grim, Jamie Gershkow, and Brian Seaman examine diversity, equity, and inclusion within asset management, offering actionable strategies for cultivating more inclusive workplaces.
23 Oct 2022
Talking Investment Management: What Is Coming Down the Pike
Industry experts discuss upcoming SEC rules impacting the fund industry, including ESG, fund names, and cybersecurity, so fund boards understand what to expect.
21 Oct 2022
Talking Investment Management: What We Are Hearing in the Boardroom
Industry experts discuss the fund industry's implementation of SEC rules on valuation and derivatives, focusing on the implications for fund boards.
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