Ariel Investments

5th Annual Roadmap to Billions Conference Announces This Year's Black Business Day During Black Business Month

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Montag, August 2, 2021

NEW YORK, Aug. 2, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Black Women Talk Tech to host their annual conference, Roadmap to Billions, during Black Business Month on August 12 and 13.

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NEW YORK, Aug. 2, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Black Women Talk Tech to host their annual conference, Roadmap to Billions, during Black Business Month on August 12 and 13.
This year, August 3rd marks the Roadmap to Billions' Black Business Day, Black Women Talk Tech's celebration of Black business & Black excellence.
Every year, the Roadmap to Billions Conference empowers the community with actionable advice and opportunities for Black women to build transformative businesses.
The Roadmap To Billions Conference is just one way Black Women Talk Tech promotes greater economic freedom for the Black community - the goal of Black Business Month.

Ariel Investments Appoints Two New Board Members

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Mittwoch, März 24, 2021

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Ariel Investments, LLC (Ariel or the firm), a global value-based asset management firm, announced today the appointment of Fazal Merchant, Former Co-CEO of Tanium Inc., and Anthony D. Romero, Executive Director of the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU), to its Board of Directors.

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Ariel Investments, LLC (Ariel or the firm), a global value-based asset management firm, announced today the appointment of Fazal Merchant, Former Co-CEO of Tanium Inc., and Anthony D. Romero, Executive Director of the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU), to its Board of Directors.
As we continue to build on our 38-year history, I am delighted to have Fazal and Anthony join our world-class board of directors, said John W. Rogers, Jr., founder, Chairman, Co-CEO, and Chief Investment Officer of Ariel Investments.
Merchant and Romero joined the Ariel Board of Directors, effective March 2021.
Ariel Investments, LLC is a global value-based asset management firm founded in 1983.

New Ariel-Schwab Black Investor Survey Shows Black Americans Continue to Trail Their White Counterparts in Building Wealth

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Donnerstag, Februar 25, 2021

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The results of the 2020 Ariel-Schwab Black Investor Survey reveal that Black Americans are not benefitting from stock market growth at the same rate as white Americans at similar income levels.

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The results of the 2020 Ariel-Schwab Black Investor Survey reveal that Black Americans are not benefitting from stock market growth at the same rate as white Americans at similar income levels.
The deep-rooted gap in participation between the groups persists, with 55 percent of Black Americans and 71 percent of white Americans reporting stock market investments.
View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20210225005330/en/
For more than 20 years, the Ariel-Schwab Black Investor Survey has compared attitudes and behaviors on saving and investing among Black and white Americans.
She notes that while 51 percent of white Americans say they have inherited wealth, just 23 percent of Black Americans have.

Ariel Investments Introduces First Private Investment Initiative, Ariel Alternatives

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Mittwoch, Februar 17, 2021

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Ariel Investments, LLC (Ariel) today announced the launch of Ariel Alternatives, LLC (Ariel Alternatives or the firm), a private asset management firm.

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Ariel Investments, LLC (Ariel) today announced the launch of Ariel Alternatives, LLC (Ariel Alternatives or the firm), a private asset management firm.
This announcement marks Ariel Investments first foray into the private investment sphere in its 38-year history.
Ariel Alternatives investment team will be led by the Co-Founders of Project Black, Frantz Alphonse and Richard Powell, who will also serve as Senior Managing Directors of Ariel Alternatives.
Ariel Alternatives, LLC is a private asset management firm affiliated with Ariel Investments, LLC.

Starbucks Announces the Appointment of Mellody Hobson as Non-Executive Chair of the Board

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Mittwoch, Dezember 9, 2020

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Starbucks Corporation (NASDAQ: SBUX) today announced that Mellody Hobson will serve as the companys next non-executive chair of its board of directors starting in March 2021.

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Starbucks Corporation (NASDAQ: SBUX) today announced that Mellody Hobson will serve as the companys next non-executive chair of its board of directors starting in March 2021.
Hobson, who first joined the board as an independent director in 2005 and was appointed as the boards independent vice chair in 2018, will succeed Myron (Mike) E. Ullman, III.
It also has been an honor to serve as the chair of the Starbucks board, and to support and oversee the relationships of trust built with our stakeholders.
In addition to serving over 15 years on the Starbucks board of directors, Hobson is the co-CEO of Ariel Investments, LLC, a global value-based asset management firm.

Legendary Managers Unplug for Candid Pandemic Conversation

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Donnerstag, Mai 14, 2020

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Prominent value investors led a wide-ranging and candid virtual conversation on Tuesday, May 12, 2020 about managing money during the COVID-19 pandemic, sharing their unique insights on market trends, the global economy, and key industries to watch.

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Prominent value investors led a wide-ranging and candid virtual conversation on Tuesday, May 12, 2020 about managing money during the COVID-19 pandemic, sharing their unique insights on market trends, the global economy, and key industries to watch.
The conversation opened with a lively speed round that covered several hot topics, including the likely shape of the U.S. economic recovery.
The managers briefly debated the historical comparisons of the Coronavirus crisis before drilling down on the broad economic trends.
Mellody Hobson followed up by asking the managers to shed light on any discomfort caused by the unprecedented market volatility.

Ariel Investments, Artisan Partners, Gabelli Funds, Harris Associates, Miller Value Partners and Southeastern Asset Management to host “Invaluable Insights”—a virtual discussion on Tuesday, May 12th from 4:00 pm — 5:30 pm ET

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Mittwoch, Mai 6, 2020

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At an unprecedented moment in history, legendary value investors from Ariel Investments, Artisan Partners, Gabelli Funds, Harris Associates, Miller Value Partners and Southeastern Asset Management will host Invaluable Insightsa virtual discussion on Tuesday, May 12th from 4:00 pm 5:30 pm ET.

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At an unprecedented moment in history, legendary value investors from Ariel Investments, Artisan Partners, Gabelli Funds, Harris Associates, Miller Value Partners and Southeastern Asset Management will host Invaluable Insightsa virtual discussion on Tuesday, May 12th from 4:00 pm 5:30 pm ET.
View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20200506005132/en/
Press Advisory - Legendary value investors from Ariel Investments, Artisan Partners, Gabelli Funds, Harris Associates, Miller Value Partners and Southeastern Asset Management will host Invaluable Insightsa virtual discussion on Tuesday, May 12th from 4:00 pm 5:30 pm ET.
Ariel Investments, LLC is a money management firm headquartered in Chicago, with offices in New York City and Sydney.
Miller Value Partners, LLC is a registered investment adviser founded in 1999 and provides investment management services to the Miller Value Funds and separate accounts.

Investment Titan Mellody Hobson and Leading Investment Consultant NEPC Discuss Increasing Diversity in Finance

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Dienstag, Januar 28, 2020

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Mellody Hobson , co-CEO and President of the $13 billion investment management firm Ariel Investments and one of the most prominent female leaders in corporate America, is engaging with investment consulting firm NEPC on a key issue: diversity in finance.

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Mellody Hobson , co-CEO and President of the $13 billion investment management firm Ariel Investments and one of the most prominent female leaders in corporate America, is engaging with investment consulting firm NEPC on a key issue: diversity in finance.
The exclusive fireside chat with Ariel Investments Mellody Hobson will take place on February 4 at 2:00 p.m. at NEPCs Boston headquarters.
The research-driven investment consultant firmly believes in the value of partnering and engaging with changemakers like Hobson to move the needle on diversity in the financial industry.
Edwards and Hobson will also discuss the critical urgency of increasing diversity in finance, why a diverse investment staff is a competitive advantage, and steps key leaders in finance can take to bridge the diversity gap.

Rupal Bhansali Receives 100 Women in Finance North America Leadership Award

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Dienstag, November 19, 2019

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Ariel Investments, LLC announced that Rupal Bhansali, Chief Investment Officer and Portfolio Manager, International and Global Equities had received the 2019 North America Industry Leadership Award from 100 Women in Finance (100 WF).

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Ariel Investments, LLC announced that Rupal Bhansali, Chief Investment Officer and Portfolio Manager, International and Global Equities had received the 2019 North America Industry Leadership Award from 100 Women in Finance (100 WF).
The award, presented at 100WFs New York Gala last week, recognizes extraordinary women who have shown leadership in the finance and alternative investment industries.
100 Women in Finance is a beautiful example of how women can encourage other women to do small things that can make a big difference, Rupal Bhansali said.
100 Women in Finance is a global network of professional women and men in the finance and alternative investment industries working together to empower women at every stage of their careers.

Ariel Investments Taps Adam Hodge to Lead External Affairs

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Donnerstag, August 22, 2019

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Ariel Investments, LLC today announced that the firm has tapped Adam Hodge to serve as senior vice president for External Affairs.

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Ariel Investments, LLC today announced that the firm has tapped Adam Hodge to serve as senior vice president for External Affairs.
He joins Ariel from SKDKnickerbocker, a public affairs firm based in Washington, where he provided strategic counsel to a range of corporate and non-profit clients.
I am thrilled to join the incredible Ariel team whose philosophy is a beacon to investment firms around the world, said Adam Hodge.
Ariel Investments, LLC is a money management firm headquartered in Chicago, with offices in New York City and Sydney.