In-person event

FPA of Greater Kansas City 2024 Symposium

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Embassy Suites - Olathe

Join us for a day of learning, networking, and inspiration!

  • Learn from two of the most influential and respected experts in the financial industry: Barry Ritholtz and Christine Benz.
  • Earn up to 18 hours of CE credits, including a super CE session for 13 hours before the main conference.
  • Network and build lasting relationships over lunch, drinks, and between sessions with fellow CFPs.
  • Discover the latest trends, insights, and best practices for your clients and your practice.
  • Limited Space for the VIP Luncheon with Barry and Christine!

Schedule of Events

7:00 AM – 8:00 AM – Exhibitor setup and Registrations

7:15-8:15 - Super CE 

8:00 – 8:30 – Continental Breakfast with Exhibitors

8:30 – 9:30 Keynote: “How to Avoid Financial Disasters: A Guide for the Ultra-High-Net-Worth Investor” Barry Ritholtz

9:30-10:30 – Breakout 1 

Understanding the ABCDs of Medicare and Affordable Care Act – Sam George and Grant George, Medicare Done Professionally (one hour CFP & KS Insurance)

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Why Advisors Are Chosing ETF’s Over Mutual Finds and How SMA’s Compare - Daniel Ong, CFA, Avantis Investors (one hour CFP & KS Insurance)

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Unlocking Bitcoin ETF’s – Jack Stock, CIMA® Vice President, Product Specialist, ARK Invest/Resolute Investment Managers one hour CFP & KS Insurance (pending))

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10:30 – 11:00 – Exhibit Break

11:00 – 12:00 – Breakout 2

Pathways to Growth – Reya Wannessian, Capital Group/American Funds (one hour CFP & KS Insurance)

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Total Integration, Total Control: Master Your Business Management – Paul Wick, SVP, Bisness Development, Orion (one hour CFP & KS Insurance)

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Indexing Exposed: Passive Indices May Be More Active Than You Think – Marlena Lee, Head of Investment Solutions and Vice President, Dimensional Fund Advisors(one hour CFP & KS Insurance) 

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12:00 – 1:00 – Lunch, Exhibitors and VIP luncheon

1:00 – 2:00 – Breakout 3

Know Your Worth - Driving Enterprise Value and Exploring Succession Options – Jeff Harris, Carson Group (one hour CFP & KS Insurance)

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Unpacking Social Security, Steven Sweeney, Allianz (one hour CFP)

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Attract and Retain Trust Assets – A Panel Discussion to Help Advisors Understand Trusts and Create Multi-Generational Relationships Through their Use – Rosemary Hueser, BOK Financial Advisor Trust Service (one hour CFP & KS Insurance (pending))

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2:00 – 2:30 – Exhibit Break

2:30 – 3:30 – Keynote: “5 Must-Knows About Retirement Spending” Christine Benz, Director of Personal Finance, Morningstar, Inc 

3:30 Reception with Exhibitors

Keynote Speakers

Navigating Financial Disasters will illustrate the perils of wealth using entertaining stories he has gathered over his career.

Barry Ritholtz: CIO of Ritholtz Wealth Management and host of the Bloomberg Masters in Business Podcast.

 

Retirement Spending in 2024 – Actionable Trends for your Clients Financial Plan will address the latest research on retirement spending, highlighting the key lessons from the latest research trends.

Christine Benz: Director of Personal Finance at Morningstar and one of the 100 most influential women in finance. 

Next Steps

  • Sign up before July 26th for a discounted early pricing!
  • Select the VIP Luncheon before space is filled. The proceeds benefit our scholarship fund!
  • Register separately for the morning Super CE session, “The Advisor’s Guide to IRAs” using this link.  Register Here for Super CE
  • Look for additional updates in July to help plan your breakout session choices.
  • Share your registration on LinkedIn and invite your fellow planners to join you at the conference!

We look forward to seeing you at the Symposium!