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CME Group/NFA/NIBA - March 6 - Newport Beach, CA

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February 14, 2014

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March 6, 2014: 2:00pm - 7:00pm

Sessions Begin: 2:30pm

Marriott Newport Beach

There will be two information sessions followed by a networking reception with the speakers, CME Group, NFA representatives and the NIBA. There is no cost for this event - all futures industry participants are invited, but you must register in advance.

Session 1: Why Smart Money Invests in Managed Futures - CME Group's Initiatives Going Forward: Presented by David Lerman, Senior Director, Client Development & Sales, Asset Managers, CME Group

Session 2: Compliance Issues featuring the NFA: Presented by Patricia Cushing, Director Compliance, National Futures Association and Matt Reynolds, AIF(R), CRCP - McGladrey LLP

NIBA Networking: Cocktails, good company and conversation.

Details regarding registration and information:
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This is the NIBA's second winter meeting in southern California. Last year's event was at capacity. You do not need to be a NIBA member to attend, but membership is encouraged. Membership is open to all registered futures professionals -- APs, IBs, CTAs, CPOs, FCMs, Forex and Swaps participants. Service Providers such as attorneys, accountants, data and information services are also invited.

For additional information about the March 6 event or membership, contact John Jensen, jjensen@hwfi.com or Ralph Preston, rpreston@hwfi.com or any NIBA Board Member.

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