Episodes
In this episode, Douglas Yones, Head of Exchange Traded Products at the New York Stock Exchange, is joined by Chris Hempstead, Managing Director, Head of ETF and Global Portfolio Trading at Mirae, to discuss the launch of Mirae’s US ETF Portfolio Trading and Authorized Participant business.    Douglas and Chris discuss:   ·      Developing a long-term career on the sell side of the ETF marketplace ·      What it takes to launch a new AP and Global Trading desk for the US industry ...
Published 08/21/23
In this episode, Douglas Yones, Head of Exchange Traded Products at the New York Stock Exchange, is joined by David LaValle, Global Head of ETFs at Grayscale, to discuss the current state of cryptocurrencies in ETFs, and Grayscale’s focus on developing a global ETF franchise.    Douglas and David discuss:   ·      The current state of the cryptocurrency markets ·      Developing businesses for entry into ETFs ·      Trends in the industry and opportunities in the global marketplace
Published 08/07/23
In this episode, Douglas Yones, Head of Exchange Traded Products at the New York Stock Exchange, is joined by Laura Morrison, Chief Revenue Officer at Direxion, as she discusses Direxion’s ETF franchise, her journey through the ETF industry, the community of Women in ETFs, and her love of cars! Douglas and Laura discuss: Direxion’s unique product offering and their newest ETF launch The start of Laura’s career on the NYSE Floor The global network of Women in ETFs
Published 07/24/23
In this episode, Douglas Yones, Head of Exchange Traded Products at the New York Stock Exchange, is joined Frank Koudelka, Global ETF Product Specialist for State Street, to discuss the results of the 2023 Global Megatrends Report and best practices for growing a successful ETF business.   Douglas and Frank discuss:   ·      How to position yourself and your business for entry into ETFs ·      Trends in the industry and forecasts for upcoming industry growth ·      Positioning your...
Published 07/10/23
In this episode, Douglas Yones, Head of Exchange Traded Products at the New York Stock Exchange, is joined by Reginald Browne, Principal of GTS, as they discuss the growth and future of the ETF industry, and how to position yourself for long term success.   Douglas and Reginald discuss: ·      The history of ETFs ·      How ETFs are supported with daily liquidity ·      Positioning yourself for long term success    
Published 06/26/23
In this episode, Douglas Yones, Head of Exchange Traded Products at the New York Stock Exchange, is joined by Aisha Hunt, Founder of Kelley Hunt & Charles, to discuss the growth of the ETF industry, and where the next wave of opportunities exist for asset managers entering the industry.   Douglas and Aisha discuss:   ·      The growth of ETFs ·      Best tips for individual and firm success ·      How asset managers can best grow their ETFs   Visit www.ETFCentral.com 
Published 06/12/23
In this episode, Douglas Yones, Head of Exchange Traded Products at the New York Stock Exchange, is joined by David Mazza, Chief Strategy Officer of Roundhill ETFs, to discuss the growth of thematic ETFs, and how investors and advisors can utilize themes in a diversified investment portfolio.   Douglas and David discuss:   ·    The growth of Thematic ETFs ·    Top opportunity areas for ETF advisors ·    Some of the most interesting investment themes for the next decade
Published 05/29/23
In this episode, Douglas Yones, Head of Exchange Traded Products at the New York Stock Exchange, is joined by Noel Archard, the Global Head of ETFs and Portfolio Solutions, to discuss the launch of AB’s ETF business, and where opportunities can be found for advisors utilizing ETFs within their model portfolios.   Douglas and Noel discuss: The growth of Active ETFs Top opportunity areas for ETF advisors Where the ETF industry is headed going forward ETF Central's THE PODCAST:...
Published 05/15/23
In this episode, Douglas Yones, Head of Exchange Traded Products at the New York Stock Exchange, is joined by Shawn McNinch, the managing director of Brown Brothers Harriman’s US Relationship Excellence Group, to discuss the results of the 2023 BBH Global ETF Investor Survey, and where opportunities can be found for the ETF asset management industry. Douglas and Shawn discuss: Changes to ETF survey results over the past 10 years The growth of Active ETFs Top surprises for ETF asset...
Published 05/03/23
In this episode, Douglas Yones, Head of Exchange Traded Products at the New York Stock Exchange, is joined by Rory Tobin, the Head of State Street Global Advisors EMEA and the Global SPDR ETF Businesses, to discuss how the first US listed ETF, SPY, turned 30 years old this year, what this means for the industry, and where ETFs and the asset management industry are heading in the future.   Douglas and Rory discuss:   The industry transformation as a result of the launch of SPY in 1993...
Published 04/17/23