Philanthropic mission to end childhood pneumonia – Charles Monat Associates (CMA) marks 50th anniversary announcing partnership with global charity Save the Children. Charles Monat Associates (CMA), a global pioneer in providing wealth planning and life insurance solutions, today marked its 50th anniversary with the announcement of a philanthropic partnership with Save the Children, a leading humanitarian organization that champions the rights and interests of children worldwide, to end childhood pneumonia.

Established in 1971, CMA has become an industry leader preserving the wealth of more than 8,000 clients from 50 countries, and placed more than US$40 billion worth of solutions during this 50-year tenure. Inspired by the central tenant of its business – legacy planning – CMA has launched its philanthropic mission to create lasting, systemic change for generations to come. As part of this mission, CMA will work with Save the Children over the next five years to improve the lives of millions of children through significant investments in healthcare, sanitation, clean water, and other basic amenities.

Speaking on this landmark occasion, Yves Guélat, Group CEO of CMA, said: “For 50 years, Charles Monat Associates has been a trailblazer and trusted advisor in the wealth planning industry – a quiet achiever. But leaving a legacy is more than just wealth; it is the values you inspire in others to create meaningful change that can be passed down from generation to generation. This partnership is a significant milestone that is fuelled by a desire to elevate society and ensure its continuity. It is our commitment to drive true transformation and long-lasting change as we move forward with our 50-year legacy, which is why we’re delighted to be working with Save the Children.”

Pneumonia is the number 1 infectious cause of preventable child deaths, claiming the lives of more than 800,000 children a year. Based on shared values and a belief that every child deserves a future, CMA and Save the Children will combine their knowledge, expertise and resources to combat this global health crisis, starting in Indonesia, China and Bangladesh. The partnership aims to reach out to at least 1.5 million children below the age of five through extending the accessibility of healthcare, enhancing living conditions and increasing the number of trained medical personnel.

Charles Monat, Chairman and Founder of CMA, said: “I started the company in a small shared office in Hong Kong with a handful of clients. Now we are a global leader in providing life insurance services to some of the world’s wealthiest. Reflecting on this major milestone, we have proved our mettle and continued our success during some of the most historical and challenging events of our time.

“As we build on our legacy, we have a responsibility to give back to our communities and establish a more humane society for the next generation. Our journey with Save the Children has just begun, but together we plan to touch as many lives as possible and tackle some of the world’s biggest challenges.”

Perry Yeatman, Head of Corporate at Save the Children U.S., said: “We are incredibly grateful that Charles Monat Associates is supporting Save the Children’s commitment to end childhood pneumonia, which kills a child every 39 seconds globally. Our projects spanning across Indonesia, China and Bangladesh will help save lives, preventing and treating pneumonia in children who live in underserved communities – because every child deserves a healthy start in life.”

CMA operates across Asia with a strong presence in Mainland China and operations in the Middle East, Europe and North America. CMA has an agile team of on-the-ground experts who understand the nuances of each market. Over the next 20 years there will be a seismic transition of wealth between generations, with many being chronically underinsured. This has the potential to create significant problems for portfolio valuation and taxation if not addressed and planned for early. With five decades of experience and expertise, CMA has a deep understanding of what lies ahead and how best to help its clients navigate this increasingly complex landscape.

Charles Monat Associates (CMA) is a leading global insurance broker with more than 200 professionals operating in Hong Kong, Singapore, Dubai, Switzerland, Miami, Kuala Lumpur, and Liechtenstein. Founded in 1971 by Charles S. Monat, the company has established a reputation as Asia’s most trusted premier consultancy. With 50 years of experience, CMA delivers world class expertise in liquidity planning and wealth transfer for Ultra-High-Net-Worth and High-Net-Worth individuals, families and businesses.

For more than a century, the Nobel Prize has been awarded to more than 800 individuals from around the world. Even though the majority of Nobel Prize recipients have been men, a growing number of female nominees are being recognized for their outstanding achievements. In order to identify the female nominees, it is important to understand the Nobel Prize selection process. Each year, the Nobel Committees for the different categories evaluate a large number of candidates and select a few to be nominated for the Prize.

The selection is based on the candidate’s work, its impact, and the potential to contribute to the advancement of knowledge in their respective field. Once a nominee has been identified, they are put forward to the Nobel Assembly; the latter is made up of members of the four Nobel Committees and other experts. The Assembly then makes a final decision on the awardee.

Since the Nobel Prize is a global award, the nominees come from all over the world. In recent years, the number of female nominees has been steadily increasing. In 2016, for example, five of the six nominations for the Nobel Prize in Chemistry were female scientists. This is an encouraging trend -it suggests more women are getting recognized for their contributions in science and other fields. Likely, this trend of recognizing female nominees is likely to continue in the future.

As more women are given the opportunity to make their mark on the world, the number of female nominees is likely to increase. In addition, the recognition of female nominees always inspires young women to pursue a career in science or other fields. Hence, it is important to recognize the female nominees who have been recognized for their achievements. Their work is a testament to the power of female leadership and the potential to make a difference in the world. By acknowledging their accomplishments, we celebrate their success and serve as an inspiration for the next generation of female scientists.

As the world celebrates the achievements of Nobel Prize laureates and winners, it’s important to remember that the Nobel isn’t just a boys’ club. Throughout the decades, many female nominees have been identified. While no woman has ever won the Nobel Prize in Physics, there have been a number of female nominees.

In 1963, Maria Goeppert-Mayer was the first woman to get nominated for the Nobel Prize in Physics. Since then, other nominees have included Vera Rubin in 1993, Jocelyn Bell Burnell in 1974, and Sau Lan Wu in 1990. In Chemistry, a number of female nominees have also been identified. Among these, Dorothy Hodgkin was the first woman to get nominated for the Nobel Prize in 1964.

Other female nominees include Ada Yonath in 2009, Jacqueline K. Barton in 2001, and Frances Arnold in 2018. In the field of Economics, Esther Duflo was the first woman to get nominated for a Nobel Prize in 2009. Since then, other female nominees have included Elinor Ostrom in 2009 and Abhijit Banerjee and Esther Duflo in 2019. In the field of Medicine, the first female to be nominated for the Nobel Prize was Gerty Cori in 1947. Since then, other nominees have included Elizabeth Blackburn in 2009, Carol W. Greider in 2009, and Françoise Barré-Sinoussi in 2008.

In Literature, the first woman to be nominated for the Nobel Prize was Selma Lagerlöf in 1909. Since then, other nominees have included Toni Morrison in 1993, Wislawa Szymborska in 1996, and Alice Munro in 2013. These achievements stand as a testament to the talented female minds that make the nominees list.

While the number of female nominees is still far lower than the number of male nominees, these women have done much to push the boundaries in science and Literature. As such, as we celebrate the achievements of the Nobel Prize Laureates, let’s recognize the female nominees. Their contributions to Science, Literature, and Economics are just as important as those of their male counterparts.

One way to identify the Nobel Prize female nominees is to look through the list of past winners. Such a list is a great starting point. Additionally, other segments, like the International Women’s Peace Prize, have awards specifically set aside for women.

Thus, the International Women’s Peace Prize is an annual award that recognizes female peacemakers for their efforts in promoting peace and justice. Further, it is important to look at current trends in the Nobel nominations. Yes, it is also important to look at who is currently being nominated. There are several websites dedicated to tracking the most recent Nobel Prize nominations- these provide a good starting point for identifying potential female nominees.

The Enterprise Holdings Foundation has donated $60,000 to the LA Regional Food Bank to fight hunger and nutrition insecurity in local communities all over LA County. The Foundation is the philanthropic arm of Enterprise Holdings, which operates the Enterprise Rent-A-Car, National Car Rental and Alamo brands through its integrated global network of independent regional subsidiaries and franchises.

This donation comes at a time when many families in Los Angeles County are struggling to make ends meet due to the high costs of everyday necessities. Higher costs of food, energy and other necessities exacerbate an affordability problem that predates inflation in LA County. The cost of housing has always been high, and many people in LA County struggle to access healthy food on a regular basis. 

"The financial support we've received over the years from Enterprise has a tremendous impact on our work," said Michael Flood, President and CEO of the Los Angeles Regional Food Bank. "This year's gift will allow the Food Bank to provide up to 240,000 meals for families and individuals facing food and nutrition insecurity."

About the Los Angeles Regional Food Bank

The Los Angeles Regional Food Bank has been mobilizing resources to fight hunger in Los Angeles County for 50 years. To support the Food Bank's vision that no one goes hungry in Los Angeles County, food and grocery products are distributed through a network of 600 partner agencies and other Food Bank programs.

Roughly 800,000 people receive food and nutrition assistance each month. Candid and Charity Navigator highly rate the Food Bank, and thanks to high levels of efficiency, 96% of all revenue goes to programs. For more information, visit LAFoodBank.org.

Between October 21 and 26, Olymp Trade held Gifts from the Heart, a charity campaign in honor of Diwali. The platform and its users collectively donated more than $30,000 to brighten up the holiday for 1,000 low-income families in India.

The global trading platform committed to donating a share of its profits to charity and encouraged its clients to do the same. The funds raised during the five-day campaign were used to prepare 1,000 aid packages for underprivileged households in Vikaspuri, New Delhi.

Along with clothes, blankets and groceries, the packages contained must-have Diwali essentials, including diyas and sweets. They were handed to the Shikhar Dhawan Foundation, which distributed them among beneficiaries in early November. Cricket star Shikhar Dhawan himself contributed to the event by producing an emotional video appeal for Gifts from the Heart.

Established in 2014, Olymp Trade provides online brokerage services to about 88 million users worldwide, and is available in 14 languages, including Hindi.

Gifts from the Heart is the company's third charity campaign in India, following two relief missions in Chennai, Mumbai and Delhi. This endeavor is yet more proof of Olymp Trade's fundamental commitment to improving the life of local communities, aligning with the company's mission to help people from diverse backgrounds rise above their circumstances and attain financial freedom.

According to Olymp Trade's representative, the company is fully satisfied with the results of the mission:

"We are happy that Gifts from the Heart brightened up the lives of 1,000 Indian families that would otherwise have been left without holiday gifts. It was more than just another charity mission for us. We really felt that we were spreading light and hope.

Our deepest gratitude goes to Shikhar Dhawan Foundation for sending our aid to those who needed it most."

The platform will continue to make positive changes in the regions of its presence.