Nonprofit Investment Stewards

Is ESG here to stay? Will active investing have its turn in the sun? Can international markets finally outperform domestic markets? Does cryptocurrency belong in an endowment portfolio? These are common investment-related questions that nonprofit leaders and people overseeing endowments might have. In this episode, Bob DiMeo and Devon Francis answer the above questions and … Read More Read More

As part of your ESG goals, you might be screening certain investments before adding them to your endowment’s portfolio. If you want to amplify your impact, adding a “sustainability fund” might help. In this episode, Bob DiMeo and Devon Francis speak with Dr. Troy Hammond, a scientist, business leader, and entrepreneur who served as North … Read More Read More

2022 was a challenging year for investors, primarily due to high volatility, severe market drawdowns, and increased Fed intervention. But what should investors consider moving forward in 2023 and beyond? Find out in this episode, as Bob DiMeo and Devon Francis speak with Brad Long, CFA®, partner and deputy chief investment officer at Fiducient Advisors. … Read More Read More

Being part of a diverse organization does not guarantee everyone feels valued and welcome. It’s crucial to simultaneously and intentionally focus on equity, inclusion and belonging. Moreover, DEIB is not only the right thing to do, but research shows it can also produce better outcomes. In this episode, Bob DiMeo and Devon Francis speak with … Read More Read More

The traditional 60/40 stock/bond portfolio is on pace for its worst performance in 80 years and Treasury bonds might register their worst performance in 200 years! Investor anxiety seems to be rising in lock-step with interest rates. All this contributes to a high level of uncertainty for those who oversee endowments and foundations. In this … Read More Read More

High-performing organizations are characterized by strong leadership, a clear goal, and strategic investments. In this episode, Bob DiMeo and Devon Francis speak with Jeffery Perry, founder & CEO of Lead Mandates LLC. They discuss the major drivers of success for high-performing organizations (especially nonprofits). You will learn the following: The importance of having a clear … Read More Read More

With continued market volatility, a rising US dollar, and upcoming midterm elections, it’s time for our third Quarterly Quick Take of 2022. In this episode, Bob DiMeo and Devon Francis speak with Brad Long, CFA®, partner and deputy chief investment officer at Fiducient Advisors. They discuss timely market and economic updates, including important portfolio implications … Read More Read More

Some investment committees are reluctant to own alternative investments because they don’t understand the space well. Or perhaps they are intimidated due to the complexity and cost. In this episode, Bob DiMeo and Devon Francis speak with Anthony Novara, CFA®, research director of Fiducient Advisors’ marketable alternatives group. They demystify hedge fund investing and its … Read More Read More

Did you know economic stability can lead to instability? Is it possible to spend less today in order to spend more later? Investors encounter such paradoxes regularly, which can be deeply damaging to nonprofits and endowments. In this episode, Bob DiMeo and Devon Francis discuss five major investing paradoxes you must keep in mind, especially … Read More Read More

When raising funds for a new project, are you factoring in operating costs? What type of board and investment committee members do you recruit? How has spending and investing changed in 2022? These are just some of the questions nonprofit leaders are asking today. In this episode, Bob DiMeo and Devon Francis speak with Dr. … Read More Read More