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 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 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 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 Member Newsletter 18th Edition
Welcome to the final FSP newsletter for 2024. As we end the year, we look back on a decade of service to the financial services industry. We have been steadfast in our mission to enrich the careers of FSP members by sharing resources through a broad network of diverse people in our industry. We will celebrate our 10-year Anniversary program on February 6, 2025, featuring a reception, dinner, and afterparty. Tickets are on sale now.
FSP Member Newsletter 17th Edition
Greetings, FSP!!! I am excited to share our recent activities and upcoming events, which you absolutely do not want to miss! We met with the Blockchain Brain Trust to introduce FSP and share our mission and to learn about the Brain Trust’s mission and its annual Martha’s Vineyard retreat. With that introduction, we will explore opportunities to partner with the Blockchain Braintrust to advance our aligned goals of diversity and inclusion in financial services and fintech.
FSP Member Newsletter 16th Edition
Welcome to the summer edition of the FSP Newsletter! We kicked off the summer with our annual Juneteenth Celebration in observance of freedom for enslaved people and recognition of the long road that still lies ahead to achieve equality. FSP strives to ensure that diverse persons are in the room where policy decisions are made impacting the financial well-being of under-represented populations.