Sunday, October 10
7:00 AM - 8:00 AM
Navigating the ETF Landscape
Sponsored by iShares
Dodd Kittsley, CFA
How are financial professionals incorporating ETFs into their practices today? In this session, Dodd Kittsley will share recent research findings on commonly used ETF strategies and the client needs they meet. You will leave with a solid understanding of how to use ETFs to build well-diversified portfolios and execute a variety of tactical and strategic strategies.
Career Stage: All
Competency: Business and Practice Management, Technical Knowledge
CFP Topic List: Investment Planning
CFP Board CE credit: 1.0 (pending approval)
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7:00 AM - 8:00 AM
See the Storm Before It's Coming: How to Evaluate the Strength of an Insurance Company
Sponsored by Chubb Personal Insurance
Jim Fiske
The recent and economic turbulence has caused individuals to ask about the financial health of the insurance industry and of their own insurance company. Will their insurance company be able to honor their claims commitments...now and in the future? This course will explore the key measurements that can help Financial Planners and their clients evaluate both the financial health of their own insurance company as well as that of the property and casualty industry as a whole.
Career Stage: All
Competency: Technical Knowledge
CFP Topic List: Insurance Planning and Risk Management
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Monday, October 11
7:00 AM - 8:00 AM
Opportunities and Pitfalls: Investing for Income in an Uncertain World
Sponsored by Thornburg Investment Management
Jason Brady, CFA
Explore the continuing economic and market turmoil and its effects on bonds, the fixed income market and other related economic factors such as employment, the housing market, and inflation. Examine the Emergency Economic Recovery Act and consider the ramifications for fixed income securities and identify some potential risks and opportunities in the fixed income markets going forward. A variety of bond types and credit qualities will be considered with special attention given to municipal bonds.
Career Stage: All
Competency: Critical Thinking
CFP Topic List: Investment Planning, Client Trust & Communication
CFP Board CE credit: 1.0 (pending approval)
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7:00 AM - 8:00 AM
Prepare for the Coming Compliance Tsunami
Sponsored by Laserfiche Document Imaging
Timothy D. Welsh, CFP®
In today's constantly shifting regulatory environment, Financial Planners need to prepare themselves, their firms and their clients to comply with new SEC and FINRA requirements. With the pending passage of the Financial Services Reform bill, big changes are expected to impact the way financial advice is delivered. This presentation will cover these issues, the impact of regulatory change, document archival, retention and production requirements, and how technology can streamline compliance processes to deliver a substantial ROI.
Career Stage: All
Competency: Business and Practice Management, Technical Knowledge,
CFP Topic List: N/A
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7:00 AM - 8:00 AM
Advanced Estate Planning
Sponsored by First Command Financial Services, Inc.
Terri R. Kallsen, CFP®
This session will examine innovative estate planning strategies that may be appropriate for investors who are concerned about minimizing gift and estate taxes. It will also discuss strategies for individuals who have specific goals such as transferring a business interest, providing for a favorite charity or protecting assets from future creditors.
Career Stage: All
Competency: Technical Knowledge,
CFP Topic List: Estate Planning
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Tuesday, October 12
7:00 AM - 8:00 AM
Session Title and Speaker to be Announced
Sponsor to be Announced
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7:00 AM - 8:00 AM
Session Title and Speaker to be Announced
Sponsor to be Announced
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