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Scoop
04-08-2025
- Business
- Scoop
Generate Welcomes Greg Smith As Investment Specialist
Generate is delighted to announce that Greg Smith will be joining its growing team as Investment Specialist from 1 September 2025. In this newly created position, Greg will act as the bridge between our investment team and external audiences, ensuring the smooth communication of our investment strategies to advisers, media, clients, and the broader public. His focus will be on simplifying what can be hard-to-understand investment concepts and elevating Generate's market profile through accessible educational content. Greg brings significant experience from his previous role as Head of Retail at Devon Funds Management, where he engaged with financial advisers and retail clients to expand the company's reach across various platforms. Greg has been prominent in the business media for the past 20 years. He is a well-recognised market commentator, regularly appearing as a speaker on Newstalk ZB, the NBR, TVNZ, and contributing to market-related content across The New Zealand Herald, Stuff, and other media platforms. Previous to Devon, he was the head of research at the Australian-based funds management and market research business Fat Prophets. Prior to his time there, Smith was a global investments operations manager at Mellon Global Investments in London. He is a CFA Charter holder as well as a qualified chartered accountant. "At Generate, we are committed to making our investment expertise more accessible to all," said Sam Goldwater, Generate Chief Investment Officer. "This role ensures that our investment team's insights are effectively communicated to our clients and the broader market. We are thrilled to have Greg on board, as his experience and ability to communicate our investment strategies into clear, engaging content will be invaluable in helping us further educate and connect with investors." About Generate: Generate is an award-winning New Zealand-owned KiwiSaver and wealth manager, with an exceptional long-term track record of fund returns. For the fourth year running Generate has been awarded the prestigious Consumer NZ 'People's Choice for KiwiSaver'. Generate has a strong focus on educating and empowering its customers and has over 82% of members' KiwiSaver funds in growth funds versus the market average of 47%. It currently manages ~$7.7bn on behalf of 172,000 customers.
Scoop
04-08-2025
- Business
- Scoop
Generate Welcomes Greg Smith As Investment Specialist
Press Release – Generate Greg brings significant experience from his previous role as Head of Retail at Devon Funds Management, where he engaged with financial advisers and retail clients to expand the companys reach across various platforms. Generate is delighted to announce that Greg Smith will be joining its growing team as Investment Specialist from 1 September 2025. In this newly created position, Greg will act as the bridge between our investment team and external audiences, ensuring the smooth communication of our investment strategies to advisers, media, clients, and the broader public. His focus will be on simplifying what can be hard-to-understand investment concepts and elevating Generate's market profile through accessible educational content. Greg brings significant experience from his previous role as Head of Retail at Devon Funds Management, where he engaged with financial advisers and retail clients to expand the company's reach across various platforms. Greg has been prominent in the business media for the past 20 years. He is a well-recognised market commentator, regularly appearing as a speaker on Newstalk ZB, the NBR, TVNZ, and contributing to market-related content across The New Zealand Herald, Stuff, and other media platforms. Previous to Devon, he was the head of research at the Australian-based funds management and market research business Fat Prophets. Prior to his time there, Smith was a global investments operations manager at Mellon Global Investments in London. He is a CFA Charter holder as well as a qualified chartered accountant. 'At Generate, we are committed to making our investment expertise more accessible to all,' said Sam Goldwater, Generate Chief Investment Officer. 'This role ensures that our investment team's insights are effectively communicated to our clients and the broader market. We are thrilled to have Greg on board, as his experience and ability to communicate our investment strategies into clear, engaging content will be invaluable in helping us further educate and connect with investors.' About Generate: Generate is an award-winning New Zealand-owned KiwiSaver and wealth manager, with an exceptional long-term track record of fund returns. For the fourth year running Generate has been awarded the prestigious Consumer NZ 'People's Choice for KiwiSaver'. Generate has a strong focus on educating and empowering its customers and has over 82% of members' KiwiSaver funds in growth funds versus the market average of 47%. It currently manages ~$7.7bn on behalf of 172,000 customers.
India Today
16-07-2025
- Business
- India Today
How are Indian grads beating Americans in job readiness?
Indian graduates are entering the job market with more confidence than many of their global peers, including those in the United States. According to the Graduate Outlook Survey 2025, conducted by the CFA Institute, 87% of Indian students and recent graduates say they feel prepared to begin their careers. In comparison, only 72% in the US say the survey includes responses from more than 10,000 students and early-career professionals across 21 countries. It points to a larger shift: young professionals are placing more value on practical skills and real-world experience over university names or academic of the respondents said relevant skills are the main factor in their job confidence. Another 47% mentioned work experience, while 34% cited internships and professional contrast, only 28% said academic grades mattered, and just 25% said university reputation made a suggests a steady decline in the importance of classroom-based success alone. Students today are more focused on how prepared they feel in real-world GAINING VALUEThe survey also found that 60% of respondents consider industry certifications more valuable than postgraduate like the CFA Charter are now seen as reliable pathways into the job market, especially in fields such as finance, where specialised knowledge is in shift signals that many graduates are rethinking the purpose of a traditional degree. For them, credentials backed by practical training carry more weight than long academic AMONG TOP IN CONFIDENCEIndia's numbers stand out globally. While China topped the list with 92% of graduates reporting job readiness, India closely followed. Brazil and Saudi Arabia also reported high confidence the other hand, graduates in countries like the UK (71%) and Canada (79%) showed lower confidence levels than pattern suggests growing optimism in emerging economies, where graduates believe their education and training are more aligned with job market THIS MEANS FOR EMPLOYERS AND COLLEGESFor colleges, the report indicates a need to integrate more skill-based learning and career exposure into employers, the message is clear: graduates are ready to contribute, but hiring practices need to value diverse forms of preparation, including internships, certifications, and demonstrable full report by CFA Institute serves as a signal for institutions and industries to update their approach, keeping pace with what young professionals now consider job-ready.- Ends
Time of India
15-07-2025
- Business
- Time of India
More Indian grads feel job-ready than Americans: What's fuelling their confidence?
Indian graduates are stepping into the job market with a level of confidence that clearly eclipses their American peers. A staggering 87% of Indian students and graduates say they feel prepared to launch their careers, compared to just 72% in the United States, according to the Graduate Outlook Survey 2025 by the CFA Institute—the global body known for setting benchmarks in financial education. But this isn't just about optimism. It reflects deeper contrasts in how young professionals across countries are experiencing university life, interpreting employer demands, and defining what it means to be truly job-ready. The trigger behind the confidence The survey—drawing responses from over 10,000 students and early-career professionals across 21 countries—highlights a fundamental shift: Today's graduates care far less about grades and brand-name universities, and far more about real-world experience and marketable skills. Top contributors to job confidence include: • Relevant skills (50%) • Work experience (47%) • Internships and professional networks (34%) Meanwhile, traditional academic credentials are losing ground. Just 28% of respondents cited grades, and 25% pointed to university reputation as key to job readiness. Credentials over degrees? Graduates think so The global job market's appetite for applied skills is leading many students to rethink the value of traditional degrees. In fact, 60% of respondents now believe industry certifications are more valuable than postgraduate degrees. Certifications like the CFA Charter, which offers sector-specific credentials with international recognition, are increasingly seen as pathways to competitive advantage in a skills-first economy. It's a sign of the times: theory alone no longer cuts it. A global snapshot and where India stands India's performance stands out—not just against the U.S., but against much of the developed world. Only China (92%), Brazil (89%), Saudi Arabia (89%), and Singapore (88%) reported higher levels of confidence. Countries such as the UK (71%) and Canada (79%) were notably lower than India. These figures reflect growing career optimism among graduates in emerging economies, many of whom report higher confidence in their readiness to enter the workforce compared to peers in some of the world's most developed higher education systems. The bigger picture The Graduate Outlook Survey 2025 offers timely insight for educators and employers aiming to support the next generation of professionals. As graduates increasingly prioritise practical skills, certifications and hands-on experience, academic institutions may benefit from embedding more career-aligned training into their programs. Strengthening access to industry exposure, professional guidance and skills-based pathways could further reinforce the confidence students report globally. For employers, the findings reflect a talent pool that is increasingly prepared to contribute from day one. Hiring strategies that recognise diverse forms of preparedness, whether through internships, certification programs or demonstrated skill sets, may align better with how graduates today define employability. In a competitive hiring environment, these adjustments could support both recruitment outcomes and long-term workforce development. Ready to navigate global policies? Secure your overseas future. Get expert guidance now!
Business Upturn
24-06-2025
- Business
- Business Upturn
Spirit Blockchain Capital Appoints Don Stewart, CFA, to Board of Directors, Strengthening Governance and Shareholder Representation
By GlobeNewswire Published on June 25, 2025, 02:00 IST Toronto, Canada, June 24, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Spirit Blockchain Capital Inc. (CSE: SPIR), a leading public company advancing regulated digital asset and tokenization strategies, is pleased to announce the appointment of Don Stewart, CFA, to its Board of Directors as an Independent Board Member. Mr. Stewart brings a distinguished blend of leadership in capital markets, public service, and financial regulation that will significantly enhance Spirit's governance and strategic execution. A veteran of Bay Street with over two decades of experience in equity markets, regulatory compliance, and financial innovation, Mr. Stewart's appointment marks a powerful endorsement of Spirit's commitment to transparency, accountability, and investor trust. Most recently, Mr. Stewart served as a Member of Parliament for Toronto—St. Paul's and was an active voice on the Standing Committee on National Defence. Prior to this, he led the Market Surveillance team at the Canadian Investment Regulatory Organization (CIRO)—formerly IIROC—where he spearheaded oversight of Canada's public markets and implemented reforms to reduce manipulative and deceptive trading practices. His regulatory insights are complemented by an executive career at Morgan Stanley Canada and BMO Capital Markets, where he was a pioneer in quantitative and algorithmic trading. 'Don's appointment represents a major step forward for our Board and for shareholders,' said Lewis Bateman, CEO of Spirit Blockchain. 'His record of defending the public interest, whether on Parliament Hill or on the trading desks, makes him an ideal steward for our mission: to deliver regulated, accessible digital asset products with integrity and foresight.' A graduate of Queen's University in both Engineering and Business, and a CFA Charter holder, Mr. Stewart also served as Honorary Lieutenant-Colonel of Canada's 2 Intelligence Company and remains active as Treasurer of its Senate. His diverse background uniquely positions him to guide Spirit Blockchain through the complex intersections of technology, finance, and policy. 'I'm proud to join Spirit at a moment when global capital markets are undergoing profound change,' said Mr. Stewart. 'This company is at the forefront of ensuring blockchain-based finance meets the same high standards of fairness and disclosure that investors expect from any regulated financial institution. I look forward to helping drive that vision forward.' Mr. Stewart will serve as a member of the Board's Compensation Committee and Business Development Committee, contributing directly to Spirit's shareholder alignment, capital strategy, and regulatory posture. This appointment supports Spirit Blockchain's long-term vision of building a compliant, investor-focused digital asset institution underpinned by robust governance and global best practices. About Spirit Blockchain Capital Inc. Spirit Blockchain Capital Inc. is a publicly listed company (CSE: SPIR) focused on bridging traditional finance and digital assets through tokenization, blockchain infrastructure, and regulated investment strategies. Spirit operates through a multi-jurisdictional structure with a focus on Swiss, Canadian, and global regulatory alignment. The company provides capital markets access, token structuring, and digital asset management solutions to institutional and accredited investors. For investor inquiries or further information, please contact: Investor Relations Spirit Blockchain Capital Inc. 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Since forward-looking statements and information address future events and conditions, by their very nature they involve inherent risks and uncertainties. Actual results could differ materially from those currently anticipated due to a number of factors and risks. Factors that could materially affect such forward-looking information are described under the heading 'Risk Factors' in the Company's long-form prospectus dated August 8, 2022, that is available on the Company's profile on SEDAR+ at The Company undertakes no obligation to update forward-looking information except as required by applicable law. Such forward-looking information represents managements' best judgment based on information currently available. No forward-looking statement can be guaranteed and actual future results may vary materially. Accordingly, readers are advised not to place undue reliance on forward-looking statements or information. 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