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🛡️This Veterans Month, Let’s Make a Difference Together! ❓Did you know that many veterans face barriers in transitioning to civilian careers, especially in industries requiring specialized education and certification? Among those are our veterans who aspire to excel in the financial services profession. Through our scholarship program, we offer opportunities for veterans to build careers, develop expertise, and secure financial futures for themselves and their families. This November, join us in honoring our veterans by contributing to scholarships that open doors to financial education and professional growth. 👉 Help us make an impact today. Donate now at: https://lnkd.in/gSJkJUu9 #VeteransMonth #VeteransScholarships #FinancialEducation #GiveBack #VeteranSupport

Are you a financial advisor based in the Los Angeles region? If so, you won't want to miss this opportunity to attend a special one-day, complimentary workshop: Focus on Alternatives Series: Los Angeles at the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA)! We have a stellar lineup in store for you with industry leading experts that will cover cutting-edge strategies, risk management techniques, and emerging trends in alternative assets. The event will conclude with a powerful presentation from one of our top-rated speakers, Corey Ciocchetti, JD, titled, “Living with Integrity and Leading with Character”. Attendees will have the opportunity to participate in a networking breakfast and lunch and earn seven Institute CE credits and CFPs® can earn an additional five CFP® CE — all at no cost. Space is limited to the first 125 registrants. Secure your spot today! 📍 Location: UCLA 📅 Date: November 14, 2024 ⏰ Time: Doors open at 7:30AM ➡️ Learn more and secure your seat! https://lnkd.in/gvMw9gCZ Sponsored by Apollo Global Management, Inc., Benefit Street Partners, Calamos Investments and Invesco US. #AltInvestments #WealthManagement #FinanceConference #ContinuingEducation #NetworkingEvent #Investments&WealthInstitute #UCLA #LosAngeles #Apollo #BenefitStreetPartners #CalamosInvestments #Invesco

💡 Have you read the latest Investment Sense Blog? “From Educated Guesses to Intelligent Appraisals: Generative AI in Alternative Asset Valuations?” looks into a provocative suggestion that generative AI might one day be used to aggregate and analyze alternative assets with similar characteristics, potentially enabling accurate intra-quarter valuations using private market comps. There is no doubt that AI is generating huge interest from alternative asset managers. One 2024 survey found that 78% of global asset owners believe that AI can help their teams make better alternative investment decisions. Another indicated 91% of asset managers are currently (54%) or planning to (37%) use AI within their investment strategy or asset-class research. Can you imagine AI models trained to generate intra-quarter marks using private market comps and real-time data? Read more here: https://lnkd.in/g6FhVy7c #AlternativeInvestments #AI #InvestmentSense #PrivateMarkets

Looking to enhance your expertise and expand your professional qualifications? The Certified Investment Management Analyst® (CIMA®) certification is associated with higher earnings and larger client accounts compared to other designations, positioning you for further success. We’re hosting an intro webinar so you can learn more about it. 📅 November 13th at 11:00AM EST Key Topics: ➡️ Hear directly from Yale School of Management, Program Director, Jim Dobbs, as he details the CIMA curriculum ➡️ Understand the certification process and requirements ➡️ Gain insights on flexible course options offered by some of the top 5 rated business schools in the country ➡️ Get answers to your questions in a Q&A session with our experts ➡️ Hosted by Tyler Cook, Enrollment Counselor at the Investments & Wealth Institute Register today! https://lnkd.in/guBF_DVC #CIMA #InvestmentManagement #Investments #ProfessionalDevelopment

Washington Insights: Monthly Updates and Analysis about News That Matters! 📜 Washington Insights, published by Investments & Wealth Institute, is designed to provide legislative, regulatory, and other public policy news and analysis on issues that could impact financial advisors. In the latest issue (Vol. 9, No. 10, October 2024) author Duane Thompson, AIFA, covers seven recent developments, including: ➡️The SEC’s continued crackdown on firms failing to maintain communication records. ➡️The DOL appeals a court decision that put the new fiduciary rule on hold. ➡️ ESG controversies continue, both for and against. ➡️State securities regulators report a slight drop in adviser registrations. ➡️ A recent court ruling emphasizing the difference between the federal fiduciary duty under the IAA and FINRA's standard of care, clarifying that neither Rule 2111 nor Reg BI imposes a fiduciary duty. Read more here. https://lnkd.in/gM9wGcDK #WashingtonInsights #InvestmentsandWealthInstitute #DOL #ESG #SEC

Attention LA Area Financial Advisors! Our Focus on Alternative Series is coming to YOU! Get ready to deepen and transform your alternative investments knowledge and skills at the upcoming and complimentary Focus on Alternatives Series: Los Angeles hosted by the Investments & Wealth Institute! Built exclusively for our financial advisors, this daylong event will held at the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) -featuring industry leading speakers, world-class education and practical tools and strategies that will be instantly beneficial to you and your practice. Gain invaluable insights into cutting-edge strategies, risk management techniques, and emerging trends in alternative assets. From private equity to hedge funds, real estate, and beyond, this workshop will equip you with the knowledge and tools needed to design and recommend complex portfolios with confidence and precision. Additionally, attendees will have the opportunity to participate in a networking breakfast and lunch and earn 7 IWI CE credits with CFPs® earning an additional 5 CFP® CE — all at no cost. Sponsored by Apollo Global Management, Inc., Benefit Street Partners, Calamos Investments and Invesco US. Space is limited to the first 125 registrants. Secure your spot today! 📍 Location: UCLA 📅 Date: November 14, 2024 ⏰ Time: Doors open at 7:30 AM ➡️ Learn more and secure your seat! https://lnkd.in/gii7QXP9 #AltInvestments #WealthManagement #FinanceConference #ContinuingEducation #NetworkingEvent #UCLA #LosAngeles #Apollo #BenefitStreetPartners #CalamosInvestments #Invesco

Now Available! Best of Strategy Forum 2024! Couldn’t make it to Strategy Forum 2024? No worries! You now have access to the 10 most popular sessions with our exclusive Best of Strategy Forum 2024. Watch at your convenience and earn 10 Institute CE credits (including 1 Tax & Regulations CE) approved for CIMA ®, CPWA ®, RMA® certificants as well as eight CFP® CE at the same time! Our featured sessions include: ➡️ The Death of Stock Picking ➡️ The Art of Cliff Diving at Sunset: The Best Planning Ideas Today for an Uncertain Tomorrow ➡️ Beyond the Headlines: Decoding Economic Signals for Strategic Investing ➡️ Financial Exploitation: How Advisors Can Be the First Line of Defense to Help Protect Their Clients ➡️ A New Way to Visualize Retirement Income Planning ➡️ Fortify and Grow: Capturing Wealth Across Generations ➡️ Love it or Hate it: What You Need to Know About Digital Assets ➡️ Maximizing Value: Tax Strategies for Selling Privately Held Businesses Amidst Changing U.S. Tax Rates ➡️ Quant Analysis of Alternatives: A Must Before Accepting High Fees and Illiquidity ➡️ Beyond AUM: Winning High-Net-Worth Client Engagement Strategies and Customized Fee Models Additionally, Elite members save 40% and Signature members save 25% off the price! 👉 Be sure to grab the Best of Strategy Forum 2024 and start earning your CE credits today! https://lnkd.in/gKYr5dYd #IWIStrategyForum2024 #BusinessStrategy #FinancialPlanning #ContinuingEducation #InvestmentManagement #OnDemandLearning #WealthManagement #FinanceProfessionals

🔑 Trust is the hallmark of an enduring advisory partnership. In the latest issue of Investments & Wealth Monitor (July/August 2024), John Moore, CFA, CAIA and William Moore, both of STRATVIEW WEALTH MANAGEMENT, explore how advisory teams can bolster client relationships and trust. By setting a clear investment philosophy from the outset, advisory teams can better align their strategies with each client’s unique goals — providing personalized guidance that evolves with market conditions and life changes. The authors emphasize the importance of consistent communication and transparency, especially regarding performance, costs, and tax strategies. They share practical tools like a “preflight checklist” to help achieve excellence in client relationships. Ultimately, they outline an approach that can help foster and maintain trust via ongoing and exceptional client engagement. Read more below! #WealthManagement #InvestmentConsulting #BEFI #InvestmentsandWealthInstitute

✨ Ready to take your career to the next level and separate yourself from the competition as a Certified Investment Management Analyst (CIMA®)?     📅 Mark your calendars! Join us for our CIMA intro webinar on November 13th at 11:00AM EST.    Key Topics:  ▶ Hear directly from Yale School of Management, Program Director, Jim Dobbs, as he details the CIMA curriculum  ▶ Understand the certification process and requirements  ▶ Gain insights on flexible course options offered by some of the top 5 rated business schools in the country  ▶ Get answers to your questions in a Q&A session with our experts  ▶ Hosted by Tyler Cook, Enrollment Counselor at the Investments & Wealth Institute Register today! #CIMA #InvestmentManagement #Investments #ProfessionalDevelopment 

❓Question: “Why do you work with your advisor?” 💡Answer: “Trust, likability, and empathy.” In the most recent edition of Investments & Wealth Monitor (July/August 2024), Mike Byrnes explores the imperative of building trust with prospective clients — from making a great first online impression to demonstrating expertise and transparency during in-person meetings. Read the full article to discover actionable insights and improve your client acquisition skills: ➡️ Convey trustworthiness through your website and social media presence ➡️ Leverage videos and short-form content to connect with prospects ➡️ Utilize referrals and publicity to enhance your credibility ➡️ Demonstrate honesty, transparency, and client-centricity in your interactions #ClientAcquisition #FinancialAdvice #Marketing #InvestmentsandWealthInstitute