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FSP Member Newsletter 24th Edition
FSP members and friends, if you have been following our work, you know it has been a busy and productive quarter. I am pleased to share a few highlights. On May 20, FSP, in partnership with Holland & Knight, hosted “The Future of Digital Assets: Policies, Risks, Opportunities.” The program featured a keynote address by video from Congressman Jonathan Jackson and a fireside chat with Congressman Shomari Figures, facilitated by FSP’s Executive Director, Yasmin Nelson. Expertly moderated by FSP member Yana Miles, the panel brought together leading voices in the digital assets space, including Tiffany Smith, Tamara Zeidan, Ayana Dow, and Frantz Jacques.

FSP Mourns the Passing of Congressman David Scott
Washington, D.C.–The Financial Services Professionals (FSP) organization released the following statement on the passing of Georgia Congressman David Scott:

FSP Member Newsletter 23rd Edition
Greetings FSP Members,
The first quarter of 2026 has been defined by a complex global landscape and a rapid news cycle. Despite these challenges, FSP remains steadfast in its commitment to professional excellence. We continue to serve as a vital resource for our members, fostering an environment of mutual support and information sharing to ensure our collective success.

FSP Member Newsletter 22nd Edition
Happy New Year, FSP!
As we enter 2026, I want to reflect on the incredible year FSP had in 2025. After celebrating our 10-year anniversary, we have truly cemented ourselves as the leading organization for diverse professionals in our industry.

FSP Annual Report 2025
Fiscal Year 2025 began with a renewed determination and vision as FSP celebrated 10 years as an organization of diverse financial services professionals. FSP planned and executed a spectacular and fitting 10-year anniversary celebration to commemorate past accomplishments and look ahead to a bright future. We take great pride in our steadfastness over the last decade and stand ready to tackle the critical challenges that lie ahead.

Financial Services Professionals proudly Welcomes Ms. Yasmin Nelson as the New Executive Director
FSP is pleased to announce the appointment of Ms. Yasmin Nelson as Executive Director. Ms. Nelson will serve as an integral part of FSP’s leadership team assisting with developing programs and strategies for membership growth, expanding fundraising efforts, enhancing member engagement, and attending to the overall operations of FSP.

FSP Member Newsletter 21st Edition
FSP, Fall is here … already! We just hosted our Annual Fall Reception in conjunction with the Congressional Black Caucus Annual Legislative Conference. Attendance was at an all-time high, and the new location, Kitchen + Kocktails by Kevin Kelly made for a culturally rich occasion with delicious soul food and a warm and homey ambiance. We were greeted at the door with “Welcome home!” and it certainly felt like home.

FSP Member Newsletter 20th Edition
We are excited to share the June edition of our quarterly newsletter! Take a moment to catch up on our second-quarter events and learn about our upcoming activities. Your involvement is crucial to FSP’s success and its impact on the industry. Let’s make our next decade more impactful than the last!!

FSP Member Newsletter 19th Edition
I greet you all with a heavy heart and profound sadness in the loss of our beloved Executive Director, Quincy Enoch. For a decade, Quincy has worked hard and given his all to FSP. Our strongest and most vocal champion, Quincy loved FSP and was a staunch advocate for its mission of advancing diversity in the financial services industry. He spoke fervently about the benefits of FSP and the value of becoming a member.

FSP Mourns the Passing of Executive Director and Board Member Quincy Enoch
For Immediate Release March 24, 2025 FSP Mourns the Passing of Executive Director and Board Member Quincy Enoch Washington, D.C., — Financial Services Professionals (FSP)

FSP Applauds Senator Tim Scott’s Rise to Chairman of the Senate Banking Committee
Financial Services Professionals (FSP) released the following statement on the elevation of Senator Tim Scott of South Carolina to Chairman of the Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs Committee:

FSP Welcomes Robust Slate of New Members to Board
Financial Services Professionals (FSP) released the following statement on the election of three new members to its board: Donna Chambers, Frantz Jacques, and Clement Abonyi, Jr.