Members – Wow – has this been a busy 30 days for the NIBA! Thank you to all the FCMs and Service Provider representatives who attended the Thank You Reception on February 25 in Chicago. Over 40 NIBA members gathered to review our 2015 activities, and preview the events scheduled for 2016. On March 4 & 5, NIBA was invited to exhibit at RJ O’Brien’s Annual IB Conference. RJO’s staff presented a terrific program which included cybersecurity compliance and IB business generating ideas, as well as product sessions. Thanks to RJO for a great time and the opportunity to catch-up…...
Thank You – FCMs and Service Providers
Thank You – FCMs and Service Providers On February 25, NIBA held its annual thank-you reception for member FCMs and Service Providers. Thirty-nine guests attended the event held at Pazzo’s Restaurant in Chicago. We appreciate the support our ten member FCMs show NIBA and to the entire IB and CTAs community. FCM members have sponsorship opportunities throughout the year, are featured in our newsletter and rotate as advisors to the Board of Directors. If you would like to become an NIBA FCM Member, please contact Mike Burke, [email protected] or Mike Coglianese, [email protected]. Service Provider members provide the unique products and…...
NIBA New York City Event- April 20th
April 20 – New York City All members are invited to the NIBA Spring Membership Meeting April 20 at the New York Athletic Club in New York City. Onsite registration opens at 1:30pm. The program closes at 5:00pm with a Networking Cocktail Reception. Registration is open now. The afternoon’s agenda includes*: *Two market updates presented by industry experts: Metals Update– Jim Steel of HSBC Changing Ownership of Crude Futures Open Interest/Status of Barrel Ownership–Al Helmig, Grey House Energy market outlook– “Oil & Gas: All Stored UP and No Where to Go” presented by Brian Milne of Schneider Electric *Cybersecurity Compliance…...
NIBA at the RJO Annual IB Conference
NIBA wants to thank RJ O’Brien for inviting us to exhibit and attend its Annual IB Conference March 4 and 5. It was great to see NIBA members who clear through RJO and to participate in the sessions and social events. RJO is a founding member of NIBA. Participating in their conference is another wonderful way to celebrate NIBA’s 25th Anniversary Year. Pictured below from left to right of top picture: Frank and Linda Stone, KC Trading Group, Melinda Schramm, NIBA Chairman and Kevin Craney, RJO Oasis. Lower picture: Jerry Nolan, Melinda Schramm, Shane Stiles...
NIBA Event- New York City — April 20
The NIBA spring membership event will be held on April 20, 1:30-6:00pm at the New York Athletic Club (NYAC), New York City. Three business sessions and a networking reception are included. Tentative Program: 1:30pm — Registration Desk Opens 2:00pm — Welcome 2:15pm — First Session: Jim Steele, HSBC 2:45pm — Break 3:00pm — Second Session 3:30pm — Break 3:45pm — Cybersecurity: Understanding the Regulations & Implementation: Panel: NFA; Rob DeMuria, Compliance Superviors; Ted Theisen, UnitedLex 4:45pm — Program Closes 5:00pm — Networking Reception at the NYAC Free admission to this meeting is…...
What’s Included with my Membership?
It’s membership renewal time! And once again this year, there is no increase in membership fees. Introducing Brokers, Commodity Trading Advisors and Commodity Pool Operators can join or renew Association membership for $150. And what do you get for $150 annually? Admission for one member of the firm to all NIBA events A click-thru firm listing in the Online Broker Directory NIBA Newsletter delivered twice monthly directly into your email Your opinions represented in a strong, loud voice to the CFTC, NFA and with exchanges and FCMs Access to “Members Only” benefits through the new website portal (opening within the…...
February Chairman’s Letter
“To meet other IB and CTA owners.” “To attend the compliance sessions at the membership meetings — I can understand what those guys are saying.” “To make sure the CFTC hears my opinion.” “To get first-hand knowledge of what the NFA and exchanges are doing.” When I asked members why they belong to the NIBA, I heard those four reasons most often. That makes me proud and very happy, because those objectives are exactly what the NIBA was founded to meet. During 2016, NIBA will celebrate its 25th Anniversary Year. Please renew or join now during our annual membership campaign.…...
NIBA-DePaul University Joint Program Announcement
The NIBA is proud to have DePaul University as its educational partner. NIBA is always looking for ways to add value to your membership and provide you with the resources, tools and education to further your business interests. The NIBA Board of Directors has recently formed a committee to work with DePaul University on promoting a joint program that focuses on placing qualified interns at firms within the industry. We have spoken to firms who have utilized DePaul interns in the past and have had great success, where both the firm and the intern mutually benefited. One of the biggest…...
NIBA Member Testimonials
The NIBA is going to begin soliciting testimonials from current and new members to be included in monthly newsletter and highlighted online and in social media. The NIBA represents your interests and is always looking for ways to add value to your membership. The NIBA’s board appreciates your comments and looks forward to hearing more about your thoughts and experiences throughout the year. Current Member Testimonial: “The NIBA has been a wonderful resource for me. The content of their conferences, along with the connections I make with other attendees make it well worth my time. These resources have paid results…...