View Photo GalleryWelcome to CEO+CEO: Perspectives on Excellence – a series of interviews that give you the opportunity to listen to James Gorman talk with some of the most influential leaders in business.
Our second installment of Perspectives on Excellence features Martin Flanagan, CEO of Invesco. Marty has worked in the asset management business for more than 25 years. Prior to Invesco, he served as President and co-CEO of Franklin Resources. His leadership is one reason Invesco was able to successfully navigate the financial crisis and come through positioned to be a buyer. Marty was also at the helm of one of the most successful mergers in the industry's history, Invesco's acquisition of Van Kampen Funds in 2009. As a leader focused on fostering a culture of investment excellence, he was a clear choice for our second guest in this series.
CEO+CEO: James Gorman + Martin Flanagan
April 13, 2011
FEATURED TOPICS
Flanagan shares what he learned as a protégé of John Templeton and his perspective on what makes a good investor.
Flanagan discusses the importance of thoughtful investing as opposed to emotionally driven decision making.
Flanagan talks about how the most recent financial crisis and the risk it presented to financial systems around the world was an unprecedented event.
Gorman and Flanagan offer an inside account of the days after the financial system unraveled in 2008 and the vital role the government played in stabilizing it.
Flanagan talks about the bull case versus the bear case for the U.S. equity market and the importance of restoring investor confidence.
Flanagan discusses the value of having diverse management team that represents the global nature of
the firm.
Q&A
Flanagan talks about the importance of having cohesive investment management teams that are each dedicated to their respective disciplines.
Gorman and Flanagan discuss their firms' respective philanthropic programs—from giving towards a core cause to matching programs that promote community involvement.
Flanagan and Gorman explore the impact of increased government regulation on the financial system and balancing vigilance with the need for growth.