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The Nine

Hosted by Nicsa · business · EN

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About this Podcast:

Connecting the asset & wealth management industry in nine minutes or less. Every month on the 9th at 9:00 AM Eastern, we bring you insightful conversations with industry leaders, exploring their career journeys, key lessons learned, and perspectives on opportunities in the industry. In between, we're adding episodes to the mix in a different format that explore trending industry themes - always in nine minutes, or less. Nicsa is a not-for-profit trade association striving to connect all facets of the global asset and wealth management industry in order to develop, share, implement, and advance leading practices. Learn more at http://nicsa.org.

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What is The Nine about?

Connecting the asset & wealth management industry in nine minutes or less. Every month on the 9th at 9:00 AM Eastern, we bring you insightful conversations with industry leaders, exploring their career journeys, key lessons learned, and perspectives on opportunities in the industry.

Who hosts The Nine?

The Nine is hosted by Nicsa. The show has published 92 episodes to date.

What has The Nine covered recently?

Recent episodes include "The Rise of Collective Investment Trusts with Chris Bailey, Cerulli Associates" (9 April 2026, 14 minutes), "What’s Really Been Driving Markets with Mike Dembro, MFS Investment Management" (19 March 2026, 11 minutes), and "Luxembourg in Focus: Global Fund Hub with Jorge Rodriguez, Monterey Insight" (9 March 2026, 9 minutes).

How often does The Nine publish?

The Nine publishes roughly monthly, with episodes averaging 9 minutes across 92 episodes.

How hard is it to get booked on The Nine?

Booking probability for The Nine is 32%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. The Nine requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. The Nine's contact route on record: verified email.

Who should pitch The Nine?

The strongest fits for The Nine are Investing & Wealth Management and Investment Banking & Trading. The Nine has a business audience.

About the host

Nicsa hosts The Nine, a business podcast with 92 episodes published.

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Recent episodes

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  • Episode #5

    The Rise of Collective Investment Trusts with Chris Bailey, Cerulli Associates

    Apr 9, 202614 minS2

    In this episode of The Nine , we speak with Chris Bailey, Director of Retirement at Cerulli Associates, about the continued growth and evolution of Collective Investment Trusts (CITs) and their expanding role in the...

  • Episode #4

    What’s Really Been Driving Markets with Mike Dembro, MFS Investment Management

    Mar 19, 202611 minS2

    In this episode of The Nine , we speak with Mike Dembro, Lead Investment Strategist at MFS Investment Management, about the forces that have truly been shaping markets over the past year. Amid persistent headlines...

  • Episode #3

    Luxembourg in Focus: Global Fund Hub with Jorge Rodriguez, Monterey Insight

    Mar 9, 20269 minS2

    In this episode of The Nine , Sarah Walter of Nicsa speaks with Jorge Rodriguez, Head of Sales & Marketing at Monterey Insight, in collaboration with ALFI, about the continued growth of Luxembourg as a leading global...

  • Episode #1

    Cyber Defense in the Age of AI: Judith Pinto of Accenture

    Feb 9, 20269 minS2

    In this episode of The Nine , we turn to an urgent industry challenge: cybersecurity in the age of artificial intelligence. We sat down with Judith Pinto , Managing Director and U.S. Banking and Capital Markets Security...

  • Episode #2

    AI-Powered Client Engagement: David Breakstone of ServiceNow

    Jan 9, 202611 minS2

    David Breakstone, Global Head of Wealth & Asset Management Go-to-Market at ServiceNow helps us unpack how artificial intelligence is redefining client engagement across the industry. In just nine minutes, David shares...

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  • Episode #14

    Agentic AI in Action: Bob Suh, CEO of OnCorps AI

    Dec 9, 202511 minS1

    In this episode of The Nine , we sit down with Bob Suh, Founder and CEO of OnCorps AI, to unpack the rapid evolution of artificial intelligence across financial operations. Trading volumes have surged across the...

  • Episode #13

    The Secrets of Successful AI Adoption for Asset & Wealth Management Firms, with Olmstead's Anthony Whitford

    Oct 9, 202510 minS1

    Olmstead's Head of Data, AI, and Technology Practice, Anthony Whitford, shares the secrets of successful AI adoption strategy ahead of his panel at Nicsa's Asset & Wealth Management Summit November 11+12 in Boston. For...

  • Episode #12

    Ramine Bigdeliazari on How Tokenization & Digital Assets are Shaping the Future of Asset & Wealth Management

    Sep 15, 202510 minS1

    Fidelity Digital Assets’ Ramine Bigdeliazari joins The Nine to discuss how digital assets and tokenization are reshaping asset & wealth management. From stablecoins to tokenized funds, he explores the opportunities...

  • Episode #11

    Noise, Risk, and Readiness: Bite-sized Insights from 2025 Nicsa Live Events with Mike Dembro, Joanne Kane, and Tim Pitney

    Aug 9, 20257 minS1

    ​In this special compilation episode of The Nine , we’re bringing you bite-sized insights from live Nicsa events, featuring expert voices on three of the industry’s most talked-about topics. Mike De​m​bro (MFS) puts...

  • Episode #10

    From Complexity to Clarity: Mike Mastroianni on What’s Next for Fund Innovation

    Jul 9, 20258 minS1

    In this episode of The Nine , Mike Mastroianni —Nicsa Board member and industry operations veteran—joins host Sarah Walter to unpack the forces reshaping the asset and wealth management landscape. With experience across...

  • Episode #9

    What You Need to Know About Dual Share Class ETFs with Christopher Swansey and Daniil Shapiro of Cerulli Associates

    Jun 9, 20259 minS1

    In this timely episode of The Nine , we explore the growing interest in dual share class ETFs —a product structure that could significantly reshape the investment landscape. Host Sarah Walter is joined by Christopher...

  • Episode #8

    Curiosity as a Superpower: Cheri Belski on Leading with Vision in a Changing Industry

    May 9, 202510 minS1

    In this episode of The Nine , Sarah Walter welcomes Cheri Belski , Head of Investment Management Solutions at LPL Financial , for a dynamic conversation on leadership, adaptability, and the evolving future of asset and...

  • Episode #7

    Going the Distance: Fighting Cancer with Purpose and Community, with Expect Miracles Foundation's Frank Heavey

    Apr 19, 20259 minS1

    In this inspiring episode of The Nine , host Sarah Walter is joined by Frank Heavey , Executive Director of the Expect Miracles Foundation (EMF) . Frank shares the mission behind EMF—from raising over $23 million for...

  • Episode #6

    Helping Americans Live the Life They Want to Live, with ICI CEO Eric Pan

    Apr 9, 20257 minS1

    In this episode of The Nine , we're joined by Eric Pan, President and CEO of the Investment Company Institute (ICI), for a timely and insightful conversation on the evolving landscape of asset and wealth management...

  • Episode #5

    Rising Stars: Shaping the Future of Asset & Wealth Management

    Mar 29, 20256 minS2

    ​In this special episode, we sit down with five exceptional professionals from Nicsa’s Rising Stars program to discuss their transformative experiences at the 2025 Strategic Leadership Forum. From building powerful...

  • Episode #4

    Mike Dembro, MFS's Lead Investment Strategist | Holding Steady In the Face of Market Uncertainty

    Mar 9, 20259 minS2

    In this episode of The Nine , Mike Dembro, Lead Investment Strategist at MFS Investment Management, shares his journey from early investing lessons to navigating major financial crises. Fresh off the stage at Nicsa’s...

  • Episode #3

    Rob Kane, Commonwealth Financial Network’s Director of Alternative Investments | A Playbook for Success

    Feb 9, 20258 minS2

    In this episode of The Nine , we sit down with Rob Kane, Director of Alternative Investments at Commonwealth Financial Network , to explore his unconventional path into asset & wealth management. Rob shares how his...

  • Episode #2

    BONUS: From Barista to Exec | Sarah Walter, Nicsa's Head of Asset & Wealth Management Relationships

    Jan 29, 20258 minS2

    In this bonus episode of The Nine , host Justine Phoenix sits down with Sarah Walter, Nicsa's new Head of Asset & Wealth Management Relationships. Sarah shares her unconventional journey from studying agricultural...

  • Episode #1

    David Wu, Morgan Stanley’s Head of GenAI | From Wall Street Dreams to AI Leadership

    Jan 9, 20259 minS2

    We chat with David Wu, Head of Generative AI at Morgan Stanley Wealth Management. From his unconventional path inspired by the film "Wall Street" to leading in AI without a tech degree, David shares pivotal career...

  • Episode #24

    NicsaTalk - Consultant Michelle Fuller (former Head of US Private Wealth Distribution at John Hancock)

    Dec 9, 20249 minS1

    Fresh from leaving a leadership role at John Hancock to accelerate growth in her family’s auto business, Michelle Fuller talks to us in person at Nicsa's 2024 Asset and Wealth Management Summit, reflecting on the people...

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