Thomas (Tom) R. Robinson, Ph.D., CAIA, CFA, CPA, CFP

Thomas (Tom) Robinson serves as President and Chief Investment Officer (CIO) for Robinson Global Investment Management. Prior to this role, Mr. Robinson served as President and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of AACSB International, the primary global accreditor and membership organization of business schools. As president and CEO, he works alongside the organization’s board and global network of staff, members, and volunteers to foster engagement, accelerate innovation, and amplify impact in business education.

Laura Merlini, CAIA, CIFD

Laura Merlini, CAIA, CIFD, is Managing Director, EMEA, for the CAIA Association since March 2012. She is a senior alternative investment professional with experience in strategic leadership, management skills and alternative investment knowledge in market outreach, brand development, reputation and member engagement. She formerly worked at Fortis Bank in Milan, Madrid, and Geneva.