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This event has been re-scheduled for July 17th, 2013
Today’s US trading community are facing numerous challenges: Regulatory and compliance issues; falling trading volumes and shrinking margins and the drive for better and faster while containing costs. It is also experiencing an explosion in technology – from the Buy vs. Build debate to implementing cloud technology as well as new technologies from Google Compute and Amazon. Our After the Bell panel discussions incorporate the "top-of-mind" issues for the trader with events that provide real world examples of what's working and why. And if you’re a technology and solution provider, these forums promote optimal networking opportunities with niche discussions on topics most pertinent to those of us working in the financial markets today.
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| Wednesday, July 17, 2013 |
Event Agenda:
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| 4:45 pm |
Registration |
| 5:15 pm |
Panel I: Identifying the Areas of Growth Opportunities in FX & Other Asset Classes
This panel addresses:
- Where are the current asset class opportunities? Equities, FX, Options, Futures or another asset class?
- Which markets indicate the greatest growth is it still the BRIC markets or are there other emerging markets to explore?
- What will the impact be of CME’s decision to open a European exchange and ICE’s decision to treat all swaps as futures contracts
- How will the latest regulations and compliance demands affect market making and trading opportunities?
Facilitated By:
- John C. Nelson, President, The Applied Research Company, a CTA
Panelists:
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| 6:00 pm |
Panel II: Technology Challenges: Connectivity, Latency, Algos, Data Management & the Cloud
This panel addresses:
- Connectivity challenges, selecting a co-location partner, and other concerns when expanding into other markets
- Big Data: How do you handle the growing demands of data information, storage and overall management?
- Utilizing Cloud technology – the public vs. the private cloud: What does a trader need to know about accessibility and security
Facilitated By:
- Stacey Mankoff, Managing Principal, The Mankoff Company
Panelists:
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| 7:00 pm |
Networking Reception
Following the conclusion of the Roundtable Panel Sessions join us for a Networking Cocktail Reception to further discuss the most top of mind issues of those involved in the financial markets |
For More Information, Please Contact info@themankoffcompany.com
These panel discussions are a follow on to ones held globally to great response. Held after trading hours so as not to take time away from the desk, these events offer a unique combination of topical discussion and industry networking. Join us on Wednesday, January 30th and learn why 1000+ of your industry colleague have attended Mankoff Company events.
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Who Will be Attending the Event:
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- Proprietary Trading Desks
- High Frequency Traders
- Traders
- Hedge Funds
- FX, Options and Futures Trading Desks
- Commodity Trading Advisors
- Risk Managers
- Data Managers
- Portfolio Managers
- Broker/Dealers
- Exchanges
- Technology Firms
- Solution Providers
- Law Firms
- Consulting Firms
- Advisory Firms
Event Venue
The Mid-America Club
200 E. Randolph Drive, 80th Floor Chicago, IL 60601 |
Buy-Side Traders, Proprietary Traders, Hedge Funds, CTAs, Portfolio Managers, Asset Management Firms: Complimentary
Broker/Dealers, Vendors, Sell Side, Technology Providers, Solution Providers, Advisory Firms, Consulting Firms, Exchanges/ECNs, Law Firms, Executive Recruiting Firms:
$285
All others, please contact info@TheMankoffCompany.com
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