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Virtual Panels

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Speakers

Our speakers will cover every major asset class and region, giving you a comprehensive overview of the latest news in the world's major markets.

Stuart Ryan

Moderator
Stuart Ryan | Head of Research | RSMR

Stuart graduated from the University of Wales Swansea with a degree in Law and commenced his career in finance in 2004 at HSBC in Canary Wharf. He has gained wide range of experience in finance ranging from investment management and investment banking to financial trading and market making. Prior to joining RSMR, Stuart worked for over 6 years at London based IFA Holden & Partners as Investment Manager leading the in-house investment team. This included portfolio construction (including SRI & ESG portfolios), investment research, conducting face-to-face meetings with both fund managers and clients and being a member of the internal investment committee. Stuart is a Chartered Fellow of the CISI and holds the Chartered Wealth Manager (level 7) qualification. Additionally, he holds the IMC and the CII Diploma in Financial Planning.

Fraser Thomson

Fraser Thomson | Investment Specialist, Baillie Gifford

Ian Mortimer

Ian Mortimer | Portfolio Manager, Guinness

James Thomson

James Thomson | Fund Manager, Rathbones

Tristan Purcell

Tristan Purcell | Co-Portfolio Manager, Fidelity

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