Power of Ideas
“My hope for 2021 is that responsible investing considerations are no longer seen as special ‘add-ons,’ but simply an integral element of sound investing practices.”
— Hanneke Smits (CEO, BNY Mellon Investment Management)
In this special quotes series edition of the Power of Ideas, thought leaders across industries reflect on the past several months and look to the future as they respond to the question: What are you hopeful for in 2021?
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