

UBS On-Air: Conversations
Client Strategy Office
UBS On-Air: Conversations offers a surprising array of fresh perspective—it’s advice beyond investing, with topics that can take you anywhere
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Jun 15, 2023 • 20min
Wealth Planning Podcast: Charitable Giving and Legacy Planning
In this episode, we cover wealth transfer strategies, charitable giving, and legacy planning. Erik Seeney, Wealth Planning Strategist, UBS is joined by Lisa Snyder, Wealth Planning Strategist, UBS who will share key insights that include: Warning signs for wealthy families facing the ‘third generation rule’, How families can prepare future generations for the transfer of wealth, and Creating a culture of gratitude within multi-generational wealthy families.

Jun 12, 2023 • 25min
Future of Wealth: How art and social justice collide to create an equitable world
Join us for a conversation with Paul D. Henderson and Melinda Hightower, the Head of the Multicultural Client Segments at UBS. Paul shares with us his work as a social justice advocate and explains how art can advance societal change.

Jun 8, 2023 • 14min
Planning Podcast Series: Advanced Planning Life Insurance Guide
Advanced Planning Group strategists, Jennifer Lan, Premini Scandurra, and Hunter Peek, summarize some key aspects of life insurance and potential ways it may be incorporated into an overall estate plan. Host: Daniel Cassidy

May 30, 2023 • 24min
Changing perspective: How to navigate mental health awareness and make self-care days the norm
In recognition of Mental Health Awareness Month, we spotlight the importance of ‘self-care days’ and how to maintain a controlled work environment. Featured is Amy Holmes, Americas Advisory Council, Project Manager. Host: Shiavon Chatman

May 24, 2023 • 22min
UBS Conversations: How much does one need to have saved to retire comfortably?
Our conversation identifies some strategies to help answer that very question. We also cover what’s top of mind for retirees and ‘soon-to-be’ retirees, and how the macroeconomic environment is altering spending, investing, and saving patterns. Featured are Ainsley Carbone, Total Wealth Strategist Americas, UBS Chief Investment Office, and Matt Sommer, Head of Specialist Consulting Group, Janus Henderson Investors. Host: Daniel Cassidy

May 17, 2023 • 26min
Sustainable Investing Perspectives with Amantia Muhedini (UBS CIO) and Geeta Aiyer (Boston Common)
Our conversation spotlights opportunities across the emerging markets, particularly for those with a longer-term horizon. We update on some regulatory developments as it relates to automobile emissions across the EU and US. We also touch on what’s on the minds of shareholders with highlights from the 2023 proxy season and discuss ways to drive change through investing. Featured are Amantia Muhedini, Sustainable and Impact Investing Strategist Americas with the UBS Chief Investment Office, and Geeta Aiyer, Founder and President of Boston Common Asset Management. Host: Daniel Cassidy

May 15, 2023 • 26min
Future of Wealth: The Power of Cultural Capital
Join us for a conversation with Dr. Sayu Bhojwani and Melinda Hightower, the Head of the Multicultural Client Segment at UBS. Dr. Sayu Bhojwani shares with us her work as a social entrepreneur and explains how both immigrants and women of color can shape a more equitable world for all. Host: Shiavon Chatman

Apr 14, 2023 • 30min
Sustainable Investing Perspectives with Amantia Muhedini (UBS CIO) and Lucy Thomas (UBS Asset Management)
Our conversation outlines opportunities across sustainable fixed income (such as green bonds), the recent IPCC report on climate change, and investing through social themes. Featured are Amantia Muhedini, Sustainable and Impact Investing Strategist Americas with the UBS Chief Investment Office, and Lucy Thomas, Head of Sustainable Investing with UBS Asset Management. Host: Daniel Cassidy

Apr 13, 2023 • 10min
Tax management 101
Sebastian Mainegra, Investment Specialist, UBS Asset Management, spoke with UBS On-Air host Dan Cassidy about the importance of year-round tax management and how the Personalized Tax Management solution from UBS Asset Management seeks to offset the impact of capital gains taxes

Apr 12, 2023 • 36min
The Power of Storytelling: Neurodiverse Storylines on Netflix
Liam McCormick, UBS Family Advisory and Philanthropy Services Americas, Senior Strategist, in conversation with Dani Bowman, Actress, Love on the Spectrum and Creator of DaniMation Entertainment, and Jennifer Cook, Author and On-Screen Expert for Love on the Spectrum