In this special episode of SLC LIVE, recorded at the 2025 Society Leadership Conference in Lisbon, moderator Julie Emerson leads a dynamic conversation with CFA Institute leaders Randi Tobler, CFA, Paul Moody, and Chris Wiese, CFA. Together, they explore how CFA Institute is setting the standard across membership, industry partnerships, and education.

Discover how the organization is evolving to deliver deeper member value, strengthen partnerships with employers and regulators, and modernize the CFA Program through skills-based learning. The discussion also unveils details on the new associate membership class, launching in 2026, and what it means for societies as strategic partners in shaping the future of the investment profession.

Moe Khuen, Director of Society Technology Operations, is back as your host for another season of Connexions: SLC Live! This year, Moe reports live from the 2026 Society Leadership Conference in London, bringing you the best ideas, conversations, and memorable moments from across the global CFA Society community.

Attending in person? Tune in for a recap of anything you missed between sessions and coffee runs. Following from your local society? Get an inside look at all the action.

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In this episode, we sit down with Presidents Council Representatives (PCRs) Pieter van Putten, Barbara Mainzer, Nerina Visser, and Abishek Lookner to explore how the Presidents Council connects CFA societies around the world. Our guests share insights into the PCRs' mission, how they collaborate with society leaders, and what's top of mind for them as they prepare for their upcoming retreat in Lisbon. Tune in for real-world examples of volunteer leadership in action—and learn how you can get involved in shaping the future of the CFA community.