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Kedra Newsom Reeves is a core member of the Financial Institutions and Social Impact practices at Boston Consulting Group. She has deep experience and expertise at the intersection of people, operations, and technology. Her work has focused on the design and implementation of strategic operating models in asset management, banking, and social services. In addition to her work with clients, she has co-authored multiple publications on the topics of financial inclusion, community investment, and environmental, social, and governance (ESG) issues, including a TED talk on the wealth gap, in an effort to change the narrative around social impact.

Kedra was recently recognized by Savoy Magazine as one of Corporate America’s most influential Black executives. At BCG, she also serves as a member of the Global Asset Management Leadership Team, a Center for Illinois’ Future board member, a co-lead for the Center for Inclusion and Equity and the Great Lakes, and Black+Latinx@BCG Network co-lead for North America. Kedra started her financial services career as a technologist at Merrill Lynch.

AREAS OF EXPERTISE

EDUCATION


  • MBA, Harvard Business School
  • BSc, computer science and engineering, Massachusetts Institute of Technology

Publications and Videos

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2024年BCG全球资产管理报告：AI与下一轮转型浪潮

全球资产管理行业管理资产规模在2023年实现了惊人反弹，然而尽管规模增长显著，资管机构的经营压力却在持续增大。面对压力，资管机构要想保持竞争力并提高盈利能力，需要加速推进最佳战略，AI和GenAI已成为关系成败的重要因素。资管机构应积极转型，建立应用AI技术所需的组织力量。
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To Expand Financial Inclusion, Embrace Innovation

One-quarter of adults globally do not have a bank account. That’s a missed opportunity for people and businesses—but new approaches can narrow the gap.
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AI and the Next Wave of Transformation

The key to future growth lies in using artificial intelligence to execute a highly effective three-part plan.
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In Private Investment, Diverse Fund Management Teams Have Opened Doors

Private equity and venture capital firms whose ownership is predominantly women or people of color may unlock access to differentiated deal flow for their investors.

Leveling the Playing Field for Black and Hispanic Entrepreneurs

Shena Ashley, president of Capital One’s Insights Center, and BCG’s Kedra Newsom Reeves discuss the findings from research exploring Black and Hispanic business ownership and how to build a more inclusive economy.

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Banks Can Deliver Both Social Impact and Profits. Here’s How

Financial institutions have a major business opportunity in social impact. A global BCG survey reveals what’s standing in their way—and how they can up their game.
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Banks Can Ensure an Equitable Climate Transition

Financial institutions play a powerful role in funding global decarbonization. They can take several steps to ensure that their financing doesn’t worsen social inequity.
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Global Asset Management 2023: The Tide Has Turned

Global assets under management fell by 10% in 2022. To return to historical levels of growth, firms should focus on profitability, private markets, and personalization.
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A Fair Chance for Job Candidates with Criminal Records

Americans with criminal records constitute a sizable talent pool. Fair chance hiring is good for companies and society, but employers need to do it right.

Inclusive Supplier Diversity

As stakeholder expectations around ESG continue to rise, organizations cannot ignore the importance of building inclusive supply chains. BCG's DEI experts share how businesses can meet this imperative and put supplier diversity at the heart of their ESG strategies.

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Banks Can Bet Big on Social Impact

Financial institutions that lead on social tend to outperform. But there is no “net zero” for social—and banks are struggling to seize the opportunity.
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Know Where You Stand to Take a Stand on Equity

Once regarded as punitive actions, equity assessments are emerging as rich opportunities for organizations willing to take a closer look at their diversity, equity, and inclusion practices.