Diversity & Inclusion Initiative

FIA is committed to fostering diversity and inclusion and will strive to encourage, support and celebrate the diverse voices both within the organization and the industry at large

FIA believes inclusion and diversity is both a business and moral imperative that builds trust, brings different skills and perspectives to an organization, and compels us to stand up for what is right. Our mission is to foster diversity and inclusion and encourage, support and celebrate the diverse voices both within the association and the industry at large.

FIA's board-level Diversity Committee, chaired by Alicia Crighton from Goldman Sachs, includes senior representatives from FIA member firms, as well as FIA senior staff. Collectively, this group ensures the topic of diversity, equity and inclusion stays on the agenda across FIA events and board discussions and considers practical steps to foster a culture of inclusion in the industry.

This year will see a continuation of FIA’s efforts to promote diversity through communications, conference programming, committee participation and other channels. Building on our existing partner programs, FIA will also explore other ways of shining a light on diverse talent.

We believe it is important to work in partnership with the industry broadly and our members in particular to identify practical steps that can be taken to further this initiative.