“The most successful people in life are generally those who have the best information” -
Benjamin Disraeli (1804-1881)
Benjamin Disraeli, 1st Earl of Beaconsfield, was the Prime Minister of Great Britain - twice. He is credited with the above quote in a speech given before Parliament during his second term.
The “best information” is what NIBA is all about! This month members of the board of directors met with CFTC Commissioners and others in Washington, DC to inform them about NIBA members’ opinions on everything from proposed automated trading regulation to our concerns over the possible effects of the shrinking FCM community. A summary of those meetings appears in this newsletter. We have some follow-up work to do, and welcome everyone’s suggestions and assistance.
On February 23, 2017, NIBA will hold its winter event in Newport Beach, CA. We will get the “best information” at this afternoon meeting during three scheduled business sessions, and share it during the reception immediately following. Program details and a registration form will be available shortly. Contact John Jensen or Ralph Preston, co-chairs of this event for additional information.
And speaking of the “best information” -- how do you like the Member Portal, our newest feature on the NIBA redesigned website. The goal of this feature is to provide members with white papers, market and market-place research, and other info written and shared by industry experts which will help NIBA members service our customers, stay in compliance and grow our businesses and revenues.
To access the Member Portal, just use the password you received when your firm joined or renewed NIBA membership. Drop us a note with your comments about the content, or any suggestions or questions you have about the Member Portal or any other part of the website or newsletter. Contact Ryan Griffeth or Shane Stiles.
You’ll want to share the “best information” at all four live NIBA events in 2017 and the twice-monthly association newsletter to continue your success.
Best, Melinda Schramm
Founder & Chairman
