Mark R. Greer

View our series of videos for our team’s key takeaways from the conference’s sessions.

Keynote Remarks: Brian Daly, Division of Investment Management, Securities and Exchange Commission

Partner David Grim, co-chair of the firm’s investment management practice, attended the conference’s fireside chat session featuring Brian Daly, director of the SEC’s Division of Investment Management. Dave, a former director of the Investment Management Division, shares key takeaways from the current director’s remarks, including how the SEC is encouraging innovation, such as how to use technology to enhance disclosure for investors.

ICI General Counsel’s Address

Partner Jonathan Kopcsik shares key takeaways from the address made by ICI General Counsel Paul Cellupica, such as the ICI’s continuation of its efforts to advance modernization of the Investment Company Act of 1940, including allowing cross-trading of fixed-income assets.

The Atkins Agenda: What’s Next for the SEC

Kicking off the first panel of the conference, partner Sara Crovitz, co-chair of the investment management practice, participated as a panelist in a general session titled “The Atkins Agenda: What’s Next for the SEC." Tara Buckley, deputy general counsel of financial regulation for ICI, served as moderator. Sara and Tara discuss key takeaways from the panel, which discussed the practical implications of Chairman Paul Atkins’ agenda and explored what the industry should anticipate in the coming years.

The Future of Digital Assets & Implications for the Fund Industry

Partner Mark Greer provides insights from the session, "The Future of Digital Assets & Implications for the Fund Industry." The panel discussed how digital assets are reshaping the fund industry, creating regulatory challenges under the 1940 Act.

Navigating Change: Fund Board Governance in an Era of Transformation

Partner Christopher Zimmerman provides insights from the session, "Navigating Change: Fund Board Governance in an Era of Transformation." This panel explored the challenges confronting fund boards during a time of rapid and significant transformation in the fund industry.

Stradley Ronon Lunch & Learn - Old Vehicles, New Tricks: Navigating Innovation

Partners Taylor Brody, Joel Corriero, Jamie Gershkow and Mark Greer participated in a lunch-and-learn session hosted by Stradley Ronon during the conference. Titled “Old Vehicles, New Tricks: Navigating Innovation,” the panel addressed the latest in industry innovation as longstanding fund structures are being reengineered to meet evolving investor demands. Jamie and Joel break down key takeaways and how to navigate the industry’s most complex intersections.

Please Stop Calling Me: The Case for Fund Proxy Reform

Partner Taylor Brody provides insights from the session, "Please Stop Calling Me: The Case for Fund Proxy Reform." The panel discussed how despite overwhelming support for most proposals from voting shareholders, funds face significant hurdles in meeting quorum requirements and navigating complex proxy rules.

Managing Conflicts of Interest Across Product Lines: Takeaways for Retail SMA and CIT Programs

Partner Matthew DiClemente, co-chair of the firm’s investment management practice, provides insights from the session, "Managing Conflicts of Interest Across Product Lines: Takeaways for Retail SMA and CIT Programs." The panel discussed how registered investment advisers must manage conflicts across their different products, including separately managed account (SMA) programs, collective investment trusts (CITs) and registered products.

The Workforce Reimagined: AI, Talent, and Transformation

Partner Brian Crowell provides insights from the session, "The Workforce Reimagined: AI, Talent, and Transformation." The panel discussed how AI is no longer a future‑state concept; it is already transforming the way asset management firms work. They also focused on the real‑world workforce impacts of AI adoption, with an emphasis on issues most relevant to legal and compliance professionals.

Reading the Signals: SEC Exams and Enforcement After Year One

Partner Jan Folena, co-chair of the firm’s securities and regulatory enforcement practice, participated in a panel discussion at the ICI conference with Michael Spratt, ICI associate general counsel. Jan and Mike break down key takeaways from the panel, “Reading the Signals: SEC Exams and Enforcement After Year One,” which explored whether the SEC is entering a period of regulatory reboot or continuing with business as usual, and what the changes mean for funds, advisers and compliance teams.

Eying the Future: ETFs in 2026 and Beyond

Partner Brian Murphy provides insights from the session, “Eying the Future: ETFs in 2026 and Beyond.” The panel discussed how exchange-traded funds (ETFs) have shifted from trend to tidal force, including how share class innovation, headline-grabbing launches, and creative-use cases are reshaping how capital moves.

Chief Compliance Officers’ Roundtable: A Smorgasbord of Compliance Management in 2026

Partner Greg DiMeglio, co-chair of the firm’s securities and regulatory enforcement practice, provides insights from the session, "Chief Compliance Officers’ Roundtable: A Smorgasbord of Compliance Management in 2026." This wide-ranging session looked ahead to the most pressing regulatory issues and challenges in 2026 and beyond, offering practical insights on a variety of developing compliance topics, including the treatment of complex and less liquid assets, the movement toward digitalization, and the use and oversight of AI.