Networking Opportunities

9:00–11:00 a.m.

CFA Society Philadelphia Runners Meet-Up and Cool-Down Reception

Join CFA Society Philadelphia for a runners meet-up. Participants will meet at Eakins Oval across from the famous steps of the Philadelphia Museum of Art. For more information and to register, please visit the CFA Society Philadelphia website. Read More

12:15–1:00 p.m.

Early Arrival Orientation and Networking

202 │ Level 2

Early arrivers to the conference have an opportunity to meet other delegates, get an overview of the event, hear tips to make the most of their time in Philadelphia, and take a quick tour of the exhibit hall.

2:30–3:30 p.m.

Delegate and University Student Networking Reception

The Forum │ Hall A │ Level 2

Explore investment industry topics with students on the CFA Program track from local affiliated universities.

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3:30–4:30 p.m.

CFA Institute Women in Investment Management Initiative: Networking Hour

The Forum │ Hall A │ Level 2

Join us to learn more about the initiative itself … Read More

3:30–4:30 p.m.

Private Wealth Practitioner Networking: The Future of Wealth Managers

107 │ Level 1

Join this discussion of the future of CFA® charterholders in wealth management as we explore changing client needs, competitive positioning in markets with new entrants, and the likely profile of successful wealth managers of the future. You’ll hear a variety … Read More

4:30–5:00 p.m.

CFA Institute Research Foundation Networking Reception

108 Foyer │ Level 1

Join the CFA Institute Research Foundation for a meet and greet with the Research Foundation Board and Speakers.

6:30–7:30 p.m.

Welcome Reception

Grand Hall and Ballroom │ Level 2

Sponsored by Aberdeen Asset Management, FactSet, and S&P Global Market Intelligence

Kick off the conference and connect with your fellow delegates at a “Welcome to Philadelphia” reception, held in the historic Ballroom at the Pennsylvania Convention Center. Read More

12:15–2:00 p.m.

Networking Lunch

Hall A │ Level 2

12:15–2:00 p.m.

Networking Lunch

Hall A │ Level 2

6:30–10:00 p.m.

Networking Reception and Dinner

National Constitution Center

Sponsored by Macquarie Investment Management and Vanguard

Join us for dinner and networking at the historic National Constitution Center and be transported back in time to the Prohibition era and the roaring 1920s.

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