John Allan – The Investment Association

John is responsible for the Innovation and Operations Unit which aims to build the industry’s innovation capacity through IA policy development on technological change, DLT, crypto and AI, as well as promoting fund modernisation and supporting firms on operational policy including resiliency. John is also a fixed member of the FCA’s Innovation Advisory Group bringing the regulator’s attention to key issues impacting the investment sector and fintech. The Investment Association (IA) is the trade body and industry voice for UK investment managers. The IA champion’s the investment management industry, which plays a major role in the UK and global economy and helps millions of individuals and families achieve their life goals by helping grow their investments.