UBS On-Air: Conversations

This month’s episode focuses on the reasons for and benefits of investing in people, along with the opportunities and challenges that exist within this ever-evolving landscape. Featured are Amantia Muhedini, Sustainable & Impact Investing Strategist Americas with the UBS Chief Investment Office, and Jennifer Anderson, Head of ESG with Lazard Asset Management. Host: Daniel Cassidy

Mark Tepsich, Family Office Design and Governance Strategist for Family Office Solutions, sits down with Eskor Edem, Director at Major, Lindsey & Africa and Mike Gabrail, General Counsel at Crossroads Group, to discuss the value add of sourcing an in-house general counsel and the qualifications family offices should look for when seeking to hire an in-house general counsel for the family office.

Leora Zach, Client Solutions Specialist for UBS Family Office Solutions sits down with Operating Advisor for Humankind Capital, Charles Soriano, to discuss how family offices can use a strategic planning framework for a wide range of purposes.

This conversation is focused on the unique set of challenges the LGBTQIA+, specifically the transgender community, faces and how everyone, including financial advisors can mindfully engage and support. Featured is Erica Seremeta, Head of DEI Client Engagement at BlackRock. Host: Shiavon Chatman

In this episode, Erik Seeney, UBS Wealth Planning Strategist, is joined by Nick Francia and Keith Apton, of The Capital ESOP Group at UBS, who share insights for business owners considering an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) as part of their exit planning strategy. From this episode you will gain a better understanding of: How Employee Stock Ownership Plan works for business owners, their employees, and families. The advantages of an Employee Stock Ownership Plan for flexibility, diversification, and tax strategy. The five characteristics of businesses that are good candidates for an Employee Stock Ownership Plan.

In the Advanced Planning Group’s latest podcast, Senior Wealth Strategists, Casey Verst and Joanna Morrison, discuss what makes planning for the LGBTQ community unique. Host: Daniel Cassidy

For this month we focus on the 2024 proxy season, including a review of expectations, a look at some notable trends and themes, along with comparisons to what 2023 delivered. Featured are Amantia Muhedini, Sustainable & Impact Investing Strategist Americas, UBS Chief Investment Office, and Amy O’Brien, Global Head of Responsible Investing with Nuveen. Host: Daniel Cassidy

UBS Art Advisory Specialist, Matthew Newton, is joined Fritz Dietl, Founder and President of Dietl International Services and Delaware Freeport, to discuss the fine art shipping and storage industry and important considerations collectors often need to make when it comes to maintaining a collection.

In recognititon of May being Mental Health Awareness Month, we are joined by Soulpaws to better understand how eating disorders can impact a person’s day-to-day life, and how animal therapy can help. Featured is Shannon Kopp, Founder of Soulpaws. Host: Shiavon Chatman

Justin Waring, a Senior Total Wealth Strategist at the UBS Chief Investment Office, joins the discussion on the often-overlooked action bias in investing. He and Katie Williams delve into how emotional reactions can derail smart financial decisions and emphasize the importance of a long-term perspective. They share strategies to combat impulse decisions and illustrate how structured planning can enhance investment outcomes. Waring also highlights the psychological benefits of financial products like annuities, particularly for those nearing retirement.