Episode 31

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20th May 2025

Nancy Benacci, CFA on the History of the Investment Industry in Cleveland (Part 1)

In this episode, we begin our series diving into Cleveland's investment history—where it's been, how it's evolved, and the influential figures who've shaped it. I'm thrilled to kick off this series by sitting down with a true industry pioneer, Nancy Benacci. Nancy has built a distinguished career here in Cleveland, witnessing firsthand the transformation of the investment landscape over the decades. We'll dive into her journey, discuss her pivotal role throughout the years, and gain valuable insights into the driving forces behind the evolution of our vibrant investment community. Thanks for listening, and we hope you enjoy this episode with Nancy Benacci. Connect with Nancy here:

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Host Matt McLaughlin, CFA, CAIA, is a Portfolio Specialist at Diamond Hill Capital Management. He serves as President of the CFA Society of Cleveland. Connect with Matt here: 

Matt McLaughlin LinkedIn

We would like to thank the CFA Society Cleveland's 2025 Asset Manager Sponsors, First Trust, Invesco, State Street Global Advisors, and BlackRock. The support from these and other event sponsors allows the CFA Society to bring engaging content to our members.  

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About the Podcast

Guardians of Finance with Matt McLaughlin
Guardians of Finance will provide you with a chance to foster deeper connections and know what is getting the attention of Clevelands’s Investment community.
Ready to connect with the investment community here in Cleveland? Want to learn about the people, events, projects, and firms that are making a difference? Want all of that but feel like you don’t have the time? This is the show for you.



Welcome to Guardians of Finance.



Brought to you by the CFA Society of Cleveland and hosted by Matt McLaughlin, CFA, CAIA and Portfolio Specialist at Diamond Hill Capital Management, Guardians of Finance will provide you with a chance to foster deeper connections and know what is getting the attention of Clevelands’s Investment community.



Subscribe to the podcast on your favorite podcast platform and head to Guardiansoffinance.com where you can connect or reconnect with the CFA Society of Cleveland and attend an educational or social event, and find volunteer opportunities.

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