HFM Quotes Barbara Niederkofler on Importance of Female Leadership in the Funds Industry
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HFM has quoted Akin Gump investment management partner Barbara Niederkofler in the article “Law firms join forces to promote female leadership in private funds.” The publication reports that Akin Gump is one of three firms to serve as an inaugural sponsor of Women in Funds, a social community promoting female leadership in the private investment fund space.
Founded in 2016, Women in Funds hosts social and charitable events, podcasts and networking dinners, in an effort to promote relationship-building and female leadership advancement.
Niederkofler noted that Akin Gump “values diversity throughout all levels of the firm and is proud to support Women in Funds and their efforts to inspire and promote female talent in the investment funds industry.” She added, “We are strongly supportive of efforts for the advancement of women across the funds space.”
