Perfect 10
Meanwhile, Back in 2016 (Pop Culture)
A Decade at Vanguard
Vanguard Then vs Now
Know The Team
100

Ten trips around the sun add up to this unit of time.

What is a decade? 

100

This augmented-reality mobile game had people walking around in 2016 trying to “catch ’em all.”

What is Pokémon Go?

100

During the decade, Vanguard introduced this $1,500 fringe benefit as part of its 2022 benefits changes.

What is the FlexFund?

100

No password, no problem! Vanguard clients could use this to log in to the app for the first time in 2016.

What is fingerprint / Touch ID?

100

The 5 crew on the team to celebrate their 10 year Vanguard anniversary in 2026

Who are Angelyn, Chuong, Diego, Aleks, Reagon 

200

In bowling, knocking down all 10 pins with your first ball is known as this.

What is a strike?

200

Demogorgons, Christmas lights, and a mysterious alternate dimension became pop-culture staples thanks to this series that debuted in 2016.

What is Stranger Things?

200

Within the decade, this iconic symbol, adopted by Vanguard in 1981, was retired from the corporate signature in 2020.

What is the ship logo?

200

By the end of 2016, Vanguard reached a first when it had more of these outside the U.S. than within it.

What are Vanguard Funds?
Bonus fact: 184 non-U.S. vs 179 U.S. funds

200

When this 10-year anniversary honoree isn’t hard at work, you might find them tackling their next DIY project.

Who is Reagon? 

300

This historical figure appears on the $10 bill

Who is Alexandar Hamilton

300

This NFL team defeated the Carolina Panthers to win Super Bowl 50 in 2016.

Who are the Denver Broncos?

300

Within the decade and as a result of COVID19, regulators approved this work model indefinitely for Vanguard’s licensed crew.

What is the hybrid working model? 

300

The number of Vanguard funds worldwide in 2016 (within 25)

What is 361?

300

Checkmate! This crew member’s talents extend across two boards, with a love for both traditional chess and Chinese chess.

Who is Chuong? 

400

A couple celebrating their 10 year wedding anniversary would traditionally exchange gifts made of this material

What is either Tin or Aluminum

400

After years of internet jokes about never winning one, this actor finally took home the Best Actor Oscar in 2016 for The Revenant.

Who is Leonardo DiCaprio?

400

Crew celebrating 10 years at Vanguard in 2026 have seen these individuals serve as CEO during their Vanguard careers.

Who are ___ ?
Bill McNabb (2008-2017)
Tim Buckley (2018-2024) &
Salim Ramji (2024 - Present)

400

The number of crew globally at Vanguard in 2016 (within 500 crew)

What is 14,761 crew?

400

This 10-year anniversary honoree has made no secret of their love for shoes. *Bonus point if you can guess just how many pairs are in their collection!*

Who is Angelyn? *60+ pairs*

500

An Olympic decathlon gets its name from have 10 total events that competitors must complete. Name at least 8 of those events

What is ____ ?
100m sprint
Long Jump
Shot Put
High Jump
400m Sprint
Discus Throw
Pole Vault
Javelin Throw
1,500m Run

500

Before short-form video became synonymous with TikTok, 2016 internet culture was still heavily influenced by this platform known for ultra-short looping videos.

What is Vine?

500

This Retail transformation in 2018 redefined Vanguard’s operating model, creating new service structures designed to enhance the client experience and simplify internal processes.

What is Project Blueprint? 

500

The Assets under Management in 2016 versus 2026

What is $3.9T in 2016 & $12T now?

500

This 10-year anniversary honoree names lengua, or cow tongue, tacos as their favorite food.

Who is Diego?