Upcoming Events

From Experience to Influence: Mastering Leadership

CFA Society France and Women in Finance are pleased to invite you to a joint event exploring the multiple dimensions of effective leadership. Join us for an insightful dialogue between two distinguished speakers: Véronique Luizet , SVP, Senior Regional Director, France Switzerland - FactSet Nathalie Dassas , CEO, Founder & Executive Coach - Aesara Partners Drawing on insights from the World Governments Summit and the Gallup Global Report, our speakers will confront their perspectives and discuss: How a leader’s beliefs and mindset evolve with experience Leading by example under pressure and in times of stress The role of vulnerability and authenticity in leadership How today’s global turbulence reshapes leadership expectations The session will conclude with an interactive Q&A, giving you the chance to engage directly with our speakers. You will leave with practical takeaways, grounded in real-world leadership successes and failures, that you can immediately apply in your own professional journey. We look forward to welcoming you to what promises to be a thoughtful and inspiring discussion.

Trading Uncovered: From Market Floors to Career Opportunities

Join us for a drink & think event to discover Trading Industry with a focus of career development. Trading sits at the heart of financial markets. From equities and fixed income to commodities, FX and derivatives, traders play a key role in providing liquidity, managing risk and translating market information into strategic decisions. But what does trading really look like today? Far from the clichés, modern trading combines market intuition, quantitative analysis, technology, regulation awareness and strong risk management discipline. During this session, our professionals will share insights into: The different types of trading (equities, fixed income, commodities…) A typical day on a trading floor The technical and soft skills required to succeed The growing role of technology, data and regulation Career paths and mobility within markets divisions You will gain a practical understanding of how trading desks operate and how young professionals can position themselves to enter this competitive and stimulating environment. After the Q&A session, join us for a networking cocktail with peers and speakers, a great opportunity to ask your questions and expand your network. This event will be held in French but questions in English will be more than welcome.

Lunch'n Learn Moody's: Early Warning Signs of Default

We are pleased to invite you to our upcoming Lunch & Learning session on March 26, featuring Yasmina Serghini, CFA. Yasmina will be joined by a second analyst, whose name will be shared in the coming days. During this session, we will explore:   Early Warning Signs of Default How can investors identify, ahead of time, the signals that may indicate an upcoming default? Through a concrete case study, this session will provide a structured analysis of credit “red flags”, financial, operational, and governance-related, and illustrate the methodology used by analysts at Moody's to anticipate credit deterioration before it materializes. This session will be held in English, and questions are welcome throughout to encourage an engaging and interactive discussion. We look forward to welcoming you to this insightful and practical exchange.

Value for Money: Challenges and Implications for Asset Managers

We are pleased to invite you to an upcoming event dedicated to  Value for Money,   a topic that has become central to discussions across the French asset management industry. Although the concept of Value for Money is now present in both regulation and industry practices, it remains a sensitive subject. This event will explore the meaning of what Value for Money means in practice, and the challenges it raises for asset managers, distributors, and investors. To foster a constructive and balanced discussion, we will welcome a panel of well-known industry professionals who will share their views and practical experience on this topic. Program 18:00 - Welcome 18:30 - Introductory overview of Value for Money 18:40 - Panel discussion 20:00 - Networking cocktail

Webinar Crypto x Bitewise

Join us for a one-hour webinar to explore how investors can access crypto assets in France and better understand the realities of this rapidly evolving asset class. Crypto has grown from a niche innovation into a significant part of global financial markets. In this session, our speakers will provide a clear overview of the investment landscape for French investors and address common misconceptions. Our experts will provide insights into: The main misconceptions about crypto assets The different ways to access digital assets in France The available investment vehicles and instruments The regulatory environment and its implications for investors How crypto may fit within a broader investment strategy The discussion will feature  Stéphanie Laurent, Regional Director at Bitwise , and will be moderated by  Arnaud Ibanez, CFA, CAIA, Mergers and Acquisitions Director at GreenYellow . Participants will have the opportunity to ask questions through the webinar. This webinar will be held in English. We look forward to welcoming you online.