The ESG Report with Tom Fox: Episode 2

How are companies communicating their ESG commitment? What should an ESG policy look like today? Continuing their discussion on ESG investment trends, risks and the regulatory landscape for ESG in the US and abroad, Silver’s Head of ESG Strategy, Trysha Daskam, joins Tom Fox for the second episode of The ESG Report.

Stay Ahead of ESG Regulatory Changes

Many investment firms have been caught off guard by the scope and speed of the recent ESG regulatory developments coming out of both the U.S. and Europe. In this article published by ESGClarity and InvestmentNews, Trysha Daskam, Silver’s Head of ESG Strategy, provides three actions firms should consider on their paths to compliance.

Dear CCO: The SEC Has Its Eyes on You

The list of responsibilities and critical function of a chief compliance officer (“CCO”) of an investment adviser are always evolving. In this article featured in the April 2021 issue of National Law Journal, Silver’s CEO, Fizza Khan, outlines four areas in which CCOs should pay careful attention to lower their risk of potential liability.

Guide To 2021 SEC Exam Priorities

Silver reviews the most important areas of focus from the SEC’s 2021 Exam Priorities, including ESG and climate-related risks, compliance risks and conflicts of interest for investment advisers, and a continued focus on digital assets.

How EU Climate Regs May Affect US Private Fund Managers

Private fund managers are under increased pressure to consider and report on the climate risks in their portfolios. In this article published by Law360, Silver’s Head of ESG Strategy, Trysha Daskam, provides practical steps for private fund managers to assess and mitigate climate risks.

21 Compliance Considerations for 2021

As workforces adapted to going remote, the OCIE increased attention on several key areas for investment managers. Silver outlines 21 things for investment management compliance teams to consider in 2021.