Private Equity Forum 2009
Dates: 7/13/2009 - 7/13/2009
Location: Pennsylvania Bar Institute
Philadelphia, PA
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Times: 8am-8pm
Address:
100 Penn Square East
Philadelphia, PA
Description:
The current economic crisis and the state of financial markets have had a tremendous impact on private equity, leading to a huge drop off in fund raising and deal making activities. There has also been increasing regulatory and legislative focus on private equity funds and their roles in the financial markets leading to the downturn, as well as their potential roles going forward. In this environment, private equity faces a number of significant challenges as it redefines itself within the rapidly changing financial and business world.At this program, a distinguished panel of experts will discuss the basics of the private equity practice starting with fund formation to the fundamentals of private equity investing. Experts will guide you through an array of key topics, including structuring private equity investments and private equity funds, dealing with fund sponsor issues, current regulatory, legislative and tax issues and how private equity funds are addressing issues raised by the current environment, including fund and investor liquidity issues.
Fundamentals of Investment Adviser Regulation 2009
Dates: 7/17/2009 - 7/17/2009
Location: Pennsylvania Bar Institute
Philadelphia, PA
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Times: 8am-8pm
Address:
100 Penn Square East
Philadelphia, PA
Description:
Major changes in broker-dealer regulation are anticipated as one result of the financial services crisis. At the same time, the recent merger of the NYSE and NASD has resulted in one securities regulatory organization and marks the beginning of a new regime. The newly created entity, FINRA, has begun the process of rule harmonization, thereby creating a single rulebook. At this day-long program, you will learn about what to expect next regarding broker-dealer regulation and what progress has been made by FINRA to create a single rulebook. Further, this program will provide attendees with a solid foundation in the regulatory regime applying to broker-dealers. Attendees will learn how the Securities and Exchange Act of 1934 and state securities laws interact in governing the brokerage industry.
Money Talks
Dates: 7/23/2009 - 7/23/2009
Location: Women's Business Development Center
Philadelphia, PA
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Times: 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Phone: 215.790.9231
Address:
1315 Walnut St.Suite 1124
Philadelphia, PA
Description:
MONEY - How you make, manage, invest and use it determines your business and personal financial destiny. You are the key to your own financial success! Our relaxed, informal forum, led by supportive, knowledgeable financial professionals will help you:
Audit Committee Workshop 2009: Meeting the Challenges of the Financial Crisis
Dates: 6/24/2009 - 6/24/2009
Location: Pennsylvania Bar Institute
Philadelphia, PA
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Times: 8am-8pm
Address:
100 Penn Square East
Philadelphia, PA
Description:
As the U.S. financial landscape shifts, the roles and responsibilities of audit committees continue to expand and evolve. If you are a director or member of an audit committee, or advise audit committees, you need to understand what¡¯s expected in the current environment. This program brings together an expert faculty of public company directors who serve on audit committees, lawyers and CPAs who advise audit committees, and government regulators who oversee the audit and financial reporting processes, to review the important issues and best practices you need to know to meet the challenges facing audit committees today. You will come away with the practical information and tools you need to successfully advise your clients and successfully perform in today¡¯s increasingly complex financial reporting environment.
Cash Flow Analysis
Dates: 4/27/2009 - 4/27/2009
Location: Penn State Great Valley
Malvern, PA
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Times: 8:00am - 4:00pm
Address:
30 E. Swedesford Rd
Malvern, PA
Description:
To use cash flow analytics to better understand the performance, solvency, and strategic direction of the business. Review SFAS No. 95 and how it provides a platform for analyzing the firm's past performance and future prospects. Case studies and financial models will be used to provide real life insights into a variety of business situations.