Michael Mainelli’s Post

Enjoying Wimbledon women’s finals. Have to support Jasmine Paolini this year, thus the pins.

Forthcoming on the Knowledge Miles series, Laurie Edmans CBE & Vic M., both at GAIN (Group for Autism, Insurance, Investment & Neurodiversity), will be discussing insights on neurodiversity in the insurance and investment sector. They'll delve into talent needs, gaps, and the impact of mental health, including findings from the VEQ survey, GAIN’s member survey, and public benchmark report. Hear a personal reflection of the challenges and successes, as they uncover how psychological safety affects workplace inclusion, and learn practical steps to foster an environment where everyone can thrive. #connecttoprosper Register for this free online lecture here: https://lnkd.in/eEhruS3y

Great LCCI reception at Westminster London Chamber of Commerce and Industry

The role of green finance is crucial to securing our future against the urgency of climate change and the UN Sustainable Development Goals. As someone engaged in the future of finance and greening the world economy, we would appreciate you providing your ratings of financial centres for the 14th edition of the Global Green Finance Index (GGFI). Which centres are leading the way in creating an environment where green finance can flourish? See the index - https://lnkd.in/dUDNWvHj and take the questionnaire - https://lnkd.in/deZuHNWB

Spend Pepys Day with us (well, Pepys morning actually) - Friday, September 6 · 10am - 12pm, https://lnkd.in/eD6hGJ6S £17.

A great meeting with the Dutch Banking Association. By working together, the UK and the Netherlands can use the best of their expertise and innovation in financial services to unlock the huge opportunities offered by fintech, AI and the green transition ahead of COP29.

A constructive meeting with ING Nederland. As each other’s second largest foreign investors, to the combined value of almost £400bn, a healthy Dutch-UK relationship is key for us in the City - not just for the financial and professional services sector, but also the wider economy.

London’s offer to global investors continues to strengthen. It is the unique combination of time zone, language, legal system, global talent, and financial services ecosystem which truly makes us a gateway to global capital and advice. This is what I discussed with APG Financial in the Netherlands.

The UK manages £10.3tn of assets under management - the second largest in the world. To help grow this further I discussed with DUFAS their potential future strategy with regards to their UK in-market presence.

Later this week on Knowledge Miles, Francesca Findlater OBE and Lady Tessa Brewer OBE with be exploring the work of the No Going Back initiative. Supported by 40 Livery Companies, City & Guilds, and over 170 volunteers, it aims to break the cycle of reoffending. Tune in to find out how historical philanthropy has evolved into innovative rehabilitation efforts, continuing to shape better futures for those leaving the prison system and the transformative impact of the Livery Companies' work, showcasing how their enduring legacy continues to shape effective rehabilitation and reintegration strategies today. #connecttoprosper Register for this free online lecture here: https://lnkd.in/eztaRqVg