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Chairman's Message | July 2011

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Dear NIBA Members -

Did you know that the NIBA Online Directory is the go-to site for customers looking for a broker? Traffic to the NIBA website comes from search engine such as Google and from social media sites including LinkedIn. The site is well optimized and has a high quality score which translates into good visibility for your firm.

Participation in the NIBA Directory gives every member a presence on the Internet without the cost of developing and administrating an individual site. If your firm already has exposure on the Internet, a listing on the NIBA site links potential clients looking for a firm active in a recognized trade association directly to you. Whether your firm handles futures, options or forex, your NIBA Membership dues include a basic listing in the NIBA Online Directory at no additional charge.

Did you know that you can attend NIBA Membership Meetings free? Your membership dues include complimentary attendance for one representative of your firm to each of the year’s meetings. Additional firm members attend for only $50 each. Meetings coming up -- September 12, 2011, UBS Center, Chicago and April 18, 2012, CME Group Building, New York City. Register now @theniba.com. Paid members select ‘NIBA Member’ from the drop-down to receive your membership benefit.

In today’s economy, we are all looking for good value and return for our dollar. Membership in the NIBA continues to be a good value. NIBA membership is an affordable way for you to participate in industry activities. And, the returns you receive by being a member will help grow your business and increase revenues. Please join or renew today.

I’m looking forward to seeing you on the Internet and in person in Chicago.

Warm regards,
Melinda

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