Fund Managers Association Kenya and CAIA Association Forge Strategic Partnership to Advance Investment Education

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Fund Managers Association Kenya and CAIA Association Forge Strategic Partnership to Advance Investment Education

Nairobi, Kenya – [Date] – The Fund Managers Association (FMA) Kenya and the Chartered Alternative Investment Analyst (CAIA) Association are pleased to announce a strategic partnership through the signing of an Association Partnership Agreement.

This collaboration marks a significant step in enhancing professional development and expanding access to world-class investment education for employees of FMA member firms.

Speaking after the signing, FMA Chief Executive Officer Mr Fred Mburu emphasized the importance of the partnership, stating:
“This collaboration strengthens our commitment to advancing investment knowledge and professional excellence in Kenya’s Asset Management sector. Through this partnership, employees of our member firms will benefit from enriched learning opportunities, equipping them with the skills needed to navigate the evolving alternative investment landscape.”

CAIA Managing Director Laura Merlini, CAIA, CIFD welcomed the agreement, noting:
“We are delighted to extend CAIA’s global footprint to this dynamic and rapidly growing region. This partnership underscores our dedication to fostering a deeper understanding of alternative investments and supporting the professional growth of investment practitioners in Kenya and beyond.”

This partnership reflects both organizations’ shared commitment to elevating industry standards, fostering expertise, and contributing to the growth of Kenya’s and East Africa financial sector.

About FMA Kenya:
The Fund Managers Association (FMA) was formed in 2008 with the objectives of promoting integrity and professionalism in the market, educating members’ employees, clients, intermediaries and other stakeholders as well as effectively lobbying regulators

  • Standards and guidelines
  • Lobbying and advocacy
  • Sustainability and growth of the industry
  • Innovation

THE CORE VALUES OF THE FMA INCLUDE:

  • The promotion of integrity, professionalism and ethical practices in the investment industry
  • Self-regulation
  • Education

 

About CAIA Association:
The CAIA Association, a global professional body, pioneers a new era in investment management. At the forefront of the shifting of alternative investment asset classes from ‘alternative’ to mainstream, CAIA embraces diverse expertise and interdisciplinary knowledge essential for responsible capital allocation and client stewardship. A Member-driven organization representing professionals in more than 100 countries, the organization seeks to prepare investors for a dynamic future, disrupting traditions, creating opportunities, and fostering long-term sustainability. To learn more about the CAIA Association and how to become part of a professional network that is shaping the future of investing, please visit https://caia.org/.