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Lisa Lake Langley is the CEO of Emerge, a firm she founded with a commitment to sustainability, social governance, and championing underrepresented talent in the financial sector. With over 30 years in the investment industry, she has been instrumental in driving Emerge's mission to bring innovative investment strategies to professional advisors and institutions.
Who is the CEO of Emerge?
Lisa Lake Langley, the CEO of Emerge, brings more than 30 years of experience in the investment industry to her role. Inspired by her father, who was also an advisor, she built a career rooted in a deep belief in sustainability and social governance. She founded Emerge to create opportunities for the next generation of high-caliber investment managers and to advocate for emerging advisory talent, particularly those who are most underrepresented in the financial sector.
Her leadership at Emerge is defined by a passion for bringing new investment strategies to professional advisors and institutions, with a focus on research-oriented, actively managed innovation funds and ETFs. She is also a champion for DE&I initiatives across the industry and was honored with the CEO of the Year Award from Wealth Professional in 2021, as well as a nomination for ETF Champion of the Year.
Work History
Lisa Lake Langley's work history reflects her deep roots in the investment industry and her evolution into a founder and executive leader. Here are some of the key positions she has held:
- Emerge - CEO (January 2016 to Present)
- Emerge Canada Inc. - CEO and Founder (June 2019 to Present)
- Sandhill Investment Management - COO & Partner (March 2012 to December 2015)
- First Asset Advisory Services - President & COO (July 2000 to June 2006)
Education History
Lisa Lake Langley holds a Global Executive MBA (2008) from Northwestern University's Kellogg School of Management, one of the world's leading business schools. This graduate education provided a strong foundation in global business strategy and leadership that has informed her work as a founder and executive in the investment industry.
When did Lisa Lake Langley join Emerge?
Lisa Lake Langley assumed the role of CEO at Emerge in January 2016, and has led the company since that time. Under her leadership, Emerge has grown into a firm recognized for its commitment to sustainability, social governance, and actively managed investment innovation.
