Eerste College Tour-event groot succes
The Asset Management College Tour has started. The kick-off took place in cooperation with SCOPE Maastricht study association at Maastricht University on Thursday 12 October 2023. In the beautiful auditorium at the University’s School of Business Economics, our host and moderator, Dutch investigative journalist and historian Sander Heijne, engaged in talks with Martijn Canisius, co-CEO of Goldman Sachs Asset Management, and Wilrik Sinia, founder and CEO of Mint Tower Capital Management.
Exclusive look behind the scenes
After Martijn and Wilrik had briefly introduced themselves to the audience, the students were led into the world of asset management. Here they learned what activities asset management encompasses and how Martijn and Wilrik became involved in this sector. The students were given an exclusive look into the personal choices and ambitions of both speakers.
Most debated topics
Sander then addressed different topics, such as the social challenges facing asset managers and where we currently stand in the field of sustainability. Although the topics of ESG and sustainability were foremost in the minds of the audience, they are generally considered to be a personal choice on the part of asset managers. It is not clear what choices need to be made to make the transition sustainable. Based on questions posed by students, however, the speakers were able to provide more clarity in this regard.
Inspiring discussions
Sander’s appeal at the opening of the event for students to ask questions was met with great enthusiasm. The topics discussed created a lot of excitement in the room, and resulted in meaningful discussions.
Even more discussions during the gathering afterwards
When the formal part of the College Tour event finished after about two hours, all the participants gathered together for a drink, during which many students continued to engage in further discussions with the CEOs.
Take a look at the photo galleries
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More information
It was a successful event for DUFAS as well as for Maastricht University and the students, and we are looking forward to future events of this nature. Please refer to our website for more information about the College Tour or any career opportunities within the asset management sector.
