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John Bowman, CFA

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Biography

John Bowman, CFA, is former managing director, Americas, at CFA Institute. He also served as managing director and co-lead of education at CFA Institute. Prior to joining CFA Institute, Bowman was a fund manager and equity analyst for Mellon Growth Advisors and State Street Global Advisors. He holds a BS in business administration from the University of Mary Washington.

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John L. Bowman, CFA: “Our Work Is Just Beginning”

John L. Bowman, CFA, calls on CFA Institute members to work together in the Americas and globally to build a profession designed to serve investors.

Ben Bernanke: An Insider’s Take on the Economy

It was just shy of two weeks since President Donald Trump’s inauguration when former US Federal Reserve chair Ben Bernanke took to the podium at the CFA Society Boston’s 31st Annual Market Dinner. His presentation covered a broad range of topics, from the current state of macroeconomics, regulation, and policy, to financial stability and the geopolitical climate at large. John Bowman, CFA, shares a few key takeaways from his speech and the subsequent question-and-answer session.

Don’t Junk the DOL Fiduciary Rule

The incoming Trump administration has said it may stop the implementation of the DOL’s fiduciary rule, but the industry needs it to win back the public’s trust.

Asset Owners, Managers Need to Step Up to Turn the Value Chain on Its Head

The asset management industry needs to strive to become a profession that is signified by an impassioned commitment to set aside self-interest for the sole purpose of meeting client outcomes

What Have We Become? The Wolf of Wall Street vs. It’s a Wonderful Life

John Bowman, CFA, argues that the public's' outrage of The Wolf of Wall Street wasn't because of the glorified “bad guy”, Jordan Belfort, but rather, the fact that the movie was a microcosm of lingering frustration based on the fundamental flaws that still exist in the finance industry.

What Have We Become? The Wolf of Wall Street vs. It’s a Wonderful Life

Many of us had the blessing of spending some quality time with our families over the holiday break. For my family, it was a rewarding time. We… READ MORE ›

Take 15: The Future of the Wealth Management Industry (Video)

Sebastian Dovey explains the importance of a deeper understanding of the client, the implications of the digital revolution, the cross-cultural influences on client profile, and how these dynamics will shape the future of the wealth management industry.

Jan Straatman: You’re Building with the Wrong Blocks!

Jan Straatman, global CIO of Lombard Odier, believes that risk management at the portfolio level has been negligent, and a different approach with a new sense of urgency is needed to build more effective solutions.

Jan Straatman: You’re Building with the Wrong Blocks!

Jan Straatman, global CIO of Lombard Odier, believes that risk management at the portfolio level has been negligent, and a different approach with a new sense of urgency is needed to build more effective solutions.

Take 15: India: Rediscovery and Investment Outlook

Lord Meghnad Desai discusses his "rediscovered" historical perspective on India as well as the Indian economy, capital markets, and its people going forward and the implications for investment professionals.