Professor Julie Agnew Receives Honorable Mention in 2024 ICPM Research Awards
The Raymond A. Mason School of Business at William & Mary proudly announces that Professor Julie Agnew has received an Honorable Mention in the prestigious 2024 International Centre for Pension Management (ICPM) Research Awards. Her research paper titled 'Organizational Trust and Retirement Plan Investment Choice,' co-authored with Michael Gropper from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, Angela Hung from the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, Nicole Votolato Montgomery from the University of Virginia, and Susan Thorp from the University of Sydney, offers valuable insights into how organizational trust influences investment decisions in retirement plans.
The 2024 ICPM Research Awards attracted over 70 international submissions from researchers, highlighting the competition's global reach and high caliber. The selection process was rigorous, with submissions evaluated for relevance and impact on the finance world.
"The quality of the submissions we receive continues to impress us," says Mikhail Simutin, ICPM Associate Director of Research. "The ICPM Research Committee is inspired by all the work that will undoubtedly benefit the global community of asset owners, who can be encouraged that there are many relevant and practical takeaways for industry professionals."
In response to receiving this honor, Professor Agnew expressed her gratitude and emphasized the broader implications of her research. "I am deeply honored to receive this recognition from the ICPM. This award acknowledges the importance of work on organizational trust and its impact on retirement plan investment choices. It highlights the vital role that academic research plays in shaping the future of finance. It is a privilege to contribute to advancing knowledge in this field and represent the Raymond A. Mason School of Business at William & Mary on a more global stage."
Professor Agnew will be presented with a plaque and formally acknowledged on the ICPM's website and through news announcements. Her work continues to be an asset to the academic community and industry professionals, reflecting the impact and relevance of research conducted at the Mason School.
To view the selected winning papers, visit ICPM.
