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CEO Margaret Franklin Resigns Amid DEI Controversy

3/6/2026

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  • Margaret Franklin, CEO of the CFA Institute, announced her retirement amid criticism of her Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) policies.
  • Since 2019, she has led the organization, known for its rigorous exam for Wall Street analysts, while revising inclusion policies to remove references to race and gender.
  • Critics, including former vice chair Chris Cutler, argue these changes have harmed corporate governance and meritocracy.
  • Cutler seeks to rally support from 4,000 members by June to challenge the board's decisions, highlighting ongoing tensions over DEI practices in finance.