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The NIBA is pleased to announce it's Winter Conference is scheduled for February 19, 2015 in Newport Beach, CA.  Below you will find a preview from the conference speakers as well as a link to the agenda and registration page:

Blu Putnam, CME Group Chief Economist

Join Blu Putnam as he presents his 2015 Economic Outlook, covering topics from international GDP growth in China, Japan & the Euro-zone, to emerging markets, oil-challanged countries & US growth and the likelihood of the Fed raising rates in 2015.  

Click here for a preview of Blu Putnam's session

Patricia W. McDonald, Partner, Baker & McKenzie LLP

Join Patricia McDonald as she discusses Recent Tax Developments that Affect IBs and CTAs: This presentation will highlight several recent pieces of tax legislation of which IBs and CTAs should be aware and which may impact them personally as well as their relationships with their customers.

Click here to learn about Patricia McDonald 

John Jensen, Membership Chairman/ Past NIBA President

Join John as he discusses the benefits of NIBA membership and why he believes it is the most efficient and effective way for you to expand your business opportunities and professional development.

Click HERE to register for the 2015 NIBA SoCal Conference

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