CFA (2016); MBA (General Management) (2022), Northwestern University, U.S.; BA (Economics and German Studies) (2009) Macalester College, U.S.
Emir is a senior portfolio analyst on the RBC GAM Responsible Investment (RI) team and is based in Minneapolis. In this role, he leads the integration and stewardship of ESG factors into the investment approaches of applicable strategies, with a specific focus on those managed by North America-based investment teams. Prior to joining the firm in 2022, Emir led the ESG program for the asset management division of Thrivent Financial, where he was responsible for supporting ESG integration into the investment process, coordinating activities and materials for the ESG and proxy voting committee, as well as updating and implementing proxy voting policies for the firm. Emir also has experience as an investment product manager, contributing to the development and execution of product strategy for a retail funds business, conducting manager due diligence, and providing sales and marketing support for fixed income strategies. Emir started his career in the investment industry in 2010.