FISD London: Christmas Party – Dec. 5, 2024

Registration & Networking

FISD Welcome
Tristan Dehaan, EMEA Program Director, FISD

Host Welcome

Nita Varsani, Director, Head of Market Data Services, Deutsche Bank
Mike Wright, Head of Market Data Technology, Deutsche Bank

Panel: Clarifying Regulatory Implementation

In the financial industry, we observe a recurring pattern, where initial understanding of new regulations is sometimes unclear for impacted parties, leading to confusion around implementation phase. To foster a well-rounded discussion, our panel of experts from across the table, representing data/exchange providers, customer firms, and regulatory bodies, will share insights and balance, into possible solutions, for future regulatory communication steps, to help make the whole process a more efficient and less complex environment.

Moderator: Mark Schaedel, CEO, DataBP
Rafailia-Maria Gkilla, Senior Legal Counsel, Cboe Europe
Stephen Hanks, Manager (Technical Specialist), Financial Conduct Authority
Nita Varsani, Director, Head of Market Data, Deutsche Bank

New Member Welcome – ISI Markets

Steve Pulley, CEO, ISI Markets

Panel: Solving the Symbology Spaghetti

While efforts are being made to standardize and harmonize identifiers, such as the adoption of the Financial Instrument Global Identifier (FIGI), challenges persist. The ongoing debate between CUSIP and FIGI in the US highlights the complexities and potential implications of identifier standards. To address these challenges, the industry is exploring various solutions, including:

• Standardization efforts: Promoting the adoption of common standards and best practices for identifier usage.

• Data quality initiatives: Improving the accuracy and consistency of identifier data.

• Advanced technology: Leveraging data management and analytics tools to better manage identifier-related challenges.

• Collaboration and cooperation: Working together to develop industry-wide solutions.

• Licensing: Ways to simplify and liberalize

By addressing these issues, the financial industry can improve efficiency, reduce costs, and mitigate risks associated with identifier complexity.

Moderator: Tim Baker, CFA, Managing Director, Financial Services Practice Lead, Expero
Steven Davis, Global Head Of Equity & Listed Derivative Product Reference Data, Executive Director,  Morgan Stanley
Darren Purcell, Regional Head, CGS EMEA, CUSIP Global Services
Bernard Schut, Business Director, BIQH
Laura Stanley, Director of Entity Data and Symbology within LSEG Data & Analytics
Richard Young, Industry Relations – Bloomberg Data and Symbology, Bloomberg

New Member Welcome – General Index

Neil Bradford, CEO, General Index

Panel: Wanted – Superheroes

Attracting top talent, especially younger professionals, and mid-career changers, is crucial for businesses facing a wave of retiring baby boomers. Traditional recruitment methods may not resonate with younger generations. This session will explore innovative strategies that companies, are employing to attract, retain, and grow their market data workforce. We’ll hear from firms that are taking unique approaches to talent acquisition and development.

Moderator: Yousaf Hafeez, Head of Business Development, Radianz, BT Business
Catherine Ottway, Commercial Management Team Lead, CJC
Craig Scott, Head of Technical Operations, Datagum
Leslie Nutakor, Data Analyst Apprentice, Bloomberg

FISD Update

Tracey Shumpert, VP, Membership & Programs, FISD

Networking Reception