2023 FPA May CE Symposium

Wednesday, May 24th

Embassy Suites by Hilton Portland Washington Square

7:55 am - 11:25 am

Registration includes: hot breakfast and 3 Education Sessions

REGISTRATION IS CLOSED

7:30 am - 7:55 am
Registration | Hot Breakfast | Networking with Exhibitors and Attendees

7:55 am - 8:20 am
Welcome, Introductions & Opening Remarks | Introduction of SFF Sponsors
By 2023 Programs Director Scott Malbasa, CFP

8:20 am - 9:10 am
Business Ownership Exits - Issues, Strategies and Solutions
Presented by Adam Rose, Rose Law Firm, P.C.

Adam Rose will share a framework for identifying critical issues, strategies, and solutions that business owners should be considering as they navigate business ownership exit events--for themselves, their company, and their family.  He’ll talk about the pros and cons of selling to an outsider (think--competitor or private equity fund) v. selling to an insider (think--partner, key employee, family member).  Adam will approach the presentation from the perspective of how legal tools can make the process more effective at each step of the process.  Adam’s presentation will also address how lawyers, financial planners, business appraisers, CPAs, and investment bankers can work together to create great outcomes for our clients.

Learning Objectives:

• How a detailed Ownership Transition Timeline can help you and your clients.
• Why the Shareholder Agreement is a critical tool.
• How to use Incentive Compensation Tools.
• Why tax planning can make a big difference.
• Understand the typical steps of the M&A Journey

*Approved for 1 CEU with the CFP Board.

Meet the Speaker:

Adam Rose is the founder of Rose Law Firm P.C.—a boutique business-oriented law firm of eight attorneys with offices in Lake Oswego and Vancouver, WA.  Rose Law Firm focuses on representing successful middle-market business owners with corporate and commercial transactions and litigation.  Adam has worked with corporate clients in Oregon and SW Washington for over twenty-five years.  Adam is regularly called upon to present to business owners, lawyers, and financial professionals on issues related to Mergers & Acquisitions, ownership succession, and other corporate events.  Adam graduated with his J.D. in 1997 from Harvard Law School and is licensed to practice law in Oregon and Washington.

9:10 am - 9:25 am
Networking Break with Exhibitors and Attendees

9:25 am - 10:15 am
Philanthropy for a New Era: Why and How to Discuss Charitable Giving with your Clients 
Presented by Sharon Benson, SB Philanthropy

If there is over $240 billion in donor advised funds, why are nonprofits struggling to provide services to families in need? We’ll uncover the unintended consequences of donor advised funds and how to fix it; explore how to deepen relationships by engaging clients in discussion about their philanthropy; and discuss actions you can take today to ready yourself for your client’s charitable inquiries.

Learning Objectives:

• How to deepen relationships by engaging clients in discussions about philanthropy.
• The unintended consequence of donor advised funds and how to fix it.
• Three things you can do today to ready yourself for your client's chartable inquiries.

*Approved for 1 CEU with the CFP Board.

Meet the Speaker:

Sharon Benson is a certified, independent philanthropy advisor who motivates families to be their best selves by activating their philanthropy. Sharon coaches people to use money to level playing fields and create opportunities; facilitates philanthropy discussions framed with purpose, outcome, and process; and helps clients find joy in giving by creating values-based donation plans. Sharon has over 30 years of experience guiding donations to educational and social service nonprofits as a major and planned giving officer, including 14 years at Lewis & Clark College and nine years at SMART Reading. Sharon is certified by 21/64, a leader in multi-generational philanthropic advising and training; a graduate of the Beegle Poverty Immersion Institute and Resolutions NW anti-racism seminar; a student of community centric fundraising; and a graduate of the University of Oregon School of Journalism.

10:15 am - 10:30 am
Networking Break with Exhibitors and Attendees

10:30 am - 11:20 am
Explore the Potential of Personalized Indexing
Presented by Ben Hammer, CFA, Vanguard

Direct indexing is generating buzz with financial advisors, but is the strategy right for our clients? What role can direct indexing play in clients’ portfolios? You’ll get a quick overview of the technology behind this growing trend, and also learn why it’s easier than ever for you to leverage direct indexing to differentiate and grow your practice. You’ll delve into topics like:
• The importance of tax-loss harvesting frequency in potentially boosting clients’ after-tax returns
• The four key use cases where direct indexing may benefit your clients.
• The factors to weigh when deciding between direct indexing or ETFs and mutual funds.

Don’t miss the chance to interact with an expert from Vanguard and hear what’s on the minds of your fellow advisors.

Learning Objectives:

• Define personalized indexing and connect it to the overall case for indexing
• Determine which clients from personalized indexing
• Explain how to incorporate it into client portfolios and financial plans

*Approved for 1 CEU with the CFP Board and Oregon Insurance.

Meet the Speaker:

Ben Hammer, CFA, is Head of Client Development for Vanguard Personalized Indexing where he is dedicated to forming and sustaining long-term partnerships with Registered Investment Advisors (RIAs), Banks, and Broker Dealers.
In addition, Mr. Hammer manages relationships with RIAs in the Pacific Northwest for Vanguard Financial Advisor Services™. Mr. Hammer joined Vanguard in 2005, and before his current roles he represented Vanguard ETFs® to institutional asset managers nationwide.
Mr. Hammer earned a B.S. in psychology from the University of Illinois. He is a CFA® charterholder, a member of the CFA Society of Portland and CFA Society of Seattle and holds FINRA Series 7 and 63 licenses.

11:20 am - 11:25 am
Closing Remarks

Registration Details:

Registration Deadline: Friday, May 19th, 2023

Early Registration (Register by April 28th, 2023)

FPA Chapter Member: $125.00
Non-Member: $225.00

Regular Registration (Register starting April 29th, 2023)

FPA Chapter Member: $175.00
Non-Member: $275.00

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