ICI 2026 Summit to Feature Top Regulators, Asset Management CEOs
Event summary
- ICI's 2026 Leadership Summit will take place April 29–May 1 in Washington, DC.
- National Economic Council Director Kevin Hassett and CFTC Chairman Michael Selig will headline the event.
- Franklin Templeton CEO Jenny Johnson will chair the conference.
- Other speakers include Invesco CEO Andrew Schlossberg, GM CEO Mary Barra, and Schwab Asset Management CEO Omar Aguilar.
The big picture
The 2026 ICI Leadership Summit underscores the growing intersection of regulatory oversight and asset management strategy. With $50 trillion in global AUM at stake, discussions on private markets, AI, and policy challenges will be critical for industry leaders navigating an evolving economic landscape. The inclusion of high-profile regulators and cross-industry CEOs highlights the broadening scope of asset management's influence.
What we're watching
- Regulatory Influence
- How CFTC Chairman Selig's remarks will shape asset management compliance strategies.
- Policy Priorities
- Whether NEC Director Hassett's economic outlook aligns with industry growth expectations.
- Industry Collaboration
- The extent to which cross-sector participation from GM's Mary Barra signals new asset management opportunities.
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