All that CFA Institute and the CFA Society® community stands for remains as relevant as ever, but the role we play in the global investment industry and society needs continuous review to ensure we maintain this relevance.
At its Annual Members Meeting on 24 November 2021, CFA Society South Africa reflected on its role and highlighted that it is faced with the responsibility of serving society at large from its position of privilege. The society leaders agreed that unless CFA Society South Africa transforms to be reflective of the society it serves, it risks losing its relevance and the opportunity to make a difference.
In its 20th Anniversary Stakeholder Annual Report 2020/2021, Nerina Visser, CFA, past-president of CFA Society South Africa, stated: “…the famous words of Charles Dickens in ‘A Tale of Two Cities’ come to mind – “It Was The Best of Times, It Was The Worst Of Times”. It is not difficult to find the “worst”, the negative, the problems, the challenges – we are confronted with these realities on both a personal and a professional level every day. But it gives me great pleasure to present this showcase of the “best” of how we continue to fulfil the mission of our society, thanks to our hardworking team of directors, staff and volunteers, and with the support of you, our members and stakeholders.”
The local society showcased its achievements in the annual report and highlighted how it has adapted during a tumultuous year. These successes included enhancing the leadership, governance and operational functioning of the local society; university outreach initiatives that have helped to develop future professionals; delivering member value through employer outreach and launching an Ethics Challenge; and playing an increasingly active role in shaping both global and local regulation.
This year, the local society is focused on continuing to deliver value to its key stakeholders and ensuring it reflects the society it serves.
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