July is right around the corner and the DePaul symposium committee has been working hard to deliver an outstanding program once again this year. Check the website for updates and for the full agenda to be announced in the coming weeks. Topics will include: “The State of Managed Business” “Issue Briefings” on Regulation, Marketing and Product “Armchair chat with an industry Icon” Registration is now open and is filling up quickly so be sure to reserve your spot today! We greatly appreciate the support of our event sponsors:
Fireside Chat About Futures
In conjunction with the Chicago Bar Association’s Futures & Derivatives Law Committee, Financial and Emerging Technology Committee and Regulatory & Compliance Committee, Mayer Brown invites you to a fireside chat with Leo Melamed, Chairman Emeritus of the CME Group. CLE credit will be provided. Thursday, May 23, 2019 3:00 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. Registration 3:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. Program 4:30 p.m. Cocktail Reception Location Mayer Brown 71 South Wacker Drive Chicago, IL 60606 +1 312 782 0600 Register HERE
US-China Trade War
U.S.-China Trade War: The Perils of Escalation Any failure of the US and China to amicably resolve their festering trade war could have serious consequences for the world’s two largest economies. Click Here for Full Article
Association of Futures Markets (AFM)
by Melinda Schramm Last week I had the pleasure of speaking at the annual meeting of the Association of Futures Markets (AFM). AFM is trade association open to exchanges, clearing houses, traders and other industry participants whose objective is to promote and encourage the establishment of new derivative and related markets. AFM accomplishes its mission through international conferences at which members strengthens their relationships by sharing information and experiences. Speakers at last week’s meeting included Dr. Richard Sandor, Leo Melamed, John Lothian, Terry Duffy and myself. Topics ranged from the changing landscape of derivatives to FinTech in the exchange space.…
NIBA/DePaul University Annual Symposium – July 11
Our DePaul University annual joint symposium is always standing-room-only–make your reservations today. This year’s program includes: • Armchair chat with an industry icon • The state of Managed Business • Issue Briefings – three 15-min presentation on the hottest topics in: 1. Regulation – The NFA 2. Marketing – 16Wells 3. Product – CME Group Of course, there will be plenty of time for networking and catching-up with old friends and colleagues throughout the afternoon and at the closing reception on the outdoor terrace at DePaul’s downtown Chicago campus. Registration is open now. Questions, suggestions – John Roe, event chair,…
Chairman’s Letter – May 2019
May – National Burger Month Mint Juleps NIBA welcomes new members TriNet and Coquest Advisors, LLC, both in the Service Provider category. May has proven to be a busy month — micro e-mini futures launched at the CME Group and appear to be well received. ICE Futures US announced it will begin trading Bakkt-developed bitcoin futures in mid-summer. During the month several notable market commented on the state and future of the industry, including with regard to cybersecurity and competition: – Louis Rosato, BlackRock Investment Operations Group at SIFMA in Boca Raton, FL, “optimal cybersecurity comes from combining human ingenuity…
NYC Thank You!
Thanks to all our Event Sponsors and Speakers for their support and participation in our Annual New York City Meeting. NIBA members learned about everything from changes in tax laws and ISSP regulations to how tariffs are affecting our markets. The armchair chat with Dr. Richard Sandor interviewed by Sandra Smith of Fox News was both educational and really fun. A video of the afternoon’s sessions will be posted on the NIBA website. Event Sponsors: • CME Group • Dorman Trading • Greenberg Traurig Law Offices • Intl FCStone Speakers: • Mike Coglianese, Michael Coglianese, CPA, PC • Mike Philllips…...
Save the Date – July 11th
Registration is now open for the Annual NIBA/DePaul Joint Symposium, July 11 at the downtown Chicago campus of DePaul University. This afternoon event is always standing-room-only — please register early. Three business sessions focused on the latest industry developments including managed futures, and regulation updates are scheduled. Our “armchair icon” interview (TBA) is one of the most enjoyed sessions at all NIBA events. A networking cocktail reception on DePaul’s wonderful outdoor terrace is included. If you have any suggestions or want to volunteer to help out during the event, contact event chairperson John Roe, [email protected]. To become a sponsor of…...
Chicago Welcomes AFM
The 2019 Association of Futures Markets (AFM) Annual Conference will be held in Chicago on May 9 & 10th at the Palmer House Hilton. AFM, established in 1998, promotes and encourages the establishment of new derivatives and related markets. Current members include the Indonesian Commodity & Derivatives Exchange, Euronext, FIA and the Federation of Euro-Asian Stock Exchanges, among many others. This year’s annual program includes fireside chats with Terry Duffy and Leo Melamed, and Keynote Presentations by Walt Lukken and Richard Sandor, as well as panel discussions with John Lothian and Melinda Schramm. Visit their website afmorg.net for registration or…...
NYC April 10th
This year’s spring conference is quickly approaching. The agenda has been set and registration is filling up quickly. Register here to reserve your spot now. Here is a peek at this year’s program: Thank You to this year’s Sponsors: ...