Welcome

Crisis = Opportunity

These are challenging times for the securities industry and our customers. The rapidly changing financial landscape, the credit crunch, liquidity concerns, and risk management issues are dominating the press and the business environment.  Now, more than ever, you need to know the latest industry developments, how firms like yours are coping in uncertain conditions, and how small firms are addressing recent market developments.

 

But, the current crisis also can provide business-building openings smaller firms that are more nimble and  opportunistic. The 21st Annual Small Firms Conference & Exhibit will address key business issues and help small firms navigate and capitalize on these evolving market conditions. 

   

Keynote Address by:

Chet Helck
President and Chief Operating Officer
Raymond James Financial, Inc.   

Featuring Topical Sessions on:  

 
  • Impact of recent market developments on
        small firms
  • Improving broker productivity
  • Negotiating your clearing agreement
  • Identifying and mitigating risk in a small firm
  • Managing health care costs
  • Financial advisor development, training, and
        succession planning
    		•   
  • Building your compliance bench strength
  • Strategic thinking and marketing
  • Business valuation
  • Municipal securities: opportunities and
        issues
  • Trust services: Do they have a place in your 
        business? 
    •  

    When and where?

    October 15-17, 2008, Marriott’s Harbor Beach Resort & Spa, Ft. Lauderdale, FL

    Who should attend?

    CEOs and senior management of smaller broker-dealers with less than 150 registered representatives. Service providers to this market should also attend.

    For program information, please contact:

    Rob Gannon
    212-313-1287
    rgannon@sifma.org

    For further information about registration, please contact:

    Tricia Abate
    212- 313-1219
    tabate@sifma.org

    For exhibit and sponsorship information, please contact:

    Kevin Fox
    212-313-1292
    kfox@sifma.org