Tuesday, January 15, 2013
Speaker:
Drew Brahos
Bank of the West
Chairs: Andy Chong, CFA & Anthony Mak, CFA
Asian Pacific Community of Interest Event
Southeast Asia, including the countries of Malaysia, Vietnam, Thailand and Indonesia have experienced phenomenal growth in recent years despite the global economic downturn plaguing the US and Europe. With rising wages in manufacturing powerhouse China and the gradual appreciation of the Yuan, a few Southeast Asian countries are set to enjoy a greater economic competitive edge. Yet many investors are slow to capture the rich potential of these fertile opportunities out of unfamiliarity of the region or concern about stability.
To help us navigate the tricky waters of Southeast Asia and uncover hidden opportunities, market strategist and senior portfolio manager Mr. Brahos will be leading a discussion among a panel of government representatives and experts. Topics discussed will include the business environment in the region, macroeconomic trends, industries on the rise, and government policies on investments. The session aims to help portfolio managers learn the facts on the ground from experts on the field to get a better understanding and make sound investment decisions.
Moderator:
Drew Brahos
Bank of the West
Vice President & Market Strategist and Senior Portfolio Manager
Panelists:
Meena Chandra
International Enterprise Singapore
Center Director
Louie Nguyen
Soledad Investment Management
President and Chief Investment Officer
Stella Poon
Hong Kong Trade Development Council
Director
Speaker Bio:
Drew Brahos serves as Vice President and Market Strategist/Senior Portfolio Manager with Bank of the West’s Wealth Management Group. In this capacity, he is responsible for providing intellectual leadership related to changes and trends in the economy and the impact on the team’s portfolio allocation strategies. Mr. Brahos will also provide analysis from which decisions can be made to enhance the investment portfolios of our clientele.
Mr. Brahos has 28 years of experience. Prior to joining Bank of the West, he managed the Value Stock Fund and Growth Stock Fund Common Trust Funds as well as accounts for high net worth families and various foundations as Senior Portfolio Manager at Santa Barbara Bank & Trust. Prior to this, he served as Senior Economist with Bank of America focusing on international equity strategy, asset allocation, and fixed income strategy after spending several years teaching at the university level.
Mr. Brahos earned an MBA degree from the University of Notre Dame and a Master’s degree in teaching mathematics from Duke University. He earned his Bachelor’s degree in mathematics from Butler University.
Mr. Brahos is an active member of Butler University’s Board of Visitors as well as being a member of the Ventura County Community Foundation’s investment committee.
Agenda: 5:30m – 6:30pm presentation
6:30pm – 7:30pm cocktail networking reception
As a participant in the CFA Institute Approved-Provider Program, the
CFA Society of Los Angeles has determined that this program qualifies
for 1 credit hours. If you are a CFA Institute member, CE credit for
your participation in this program will be automatically recorded in your CE Diary.
Registration Links
CFALA Members: $20.00 (place cursor on amount for link)
Student Discount: $25.00
Non-members: $35.00 (place cursor on amount for link)
Location: Millennium Biltmore Hotel Los Angeles
Bernards Room
506 South Grand Avenue
Los Angeles, CA 90071-2607
Parking: Hotel Valet Parking: $20.00
Self-Parking at AT&T Center (611 S. Grand Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90071 -
Driveway just South of Hilton's Checkers Hotel): $9.35
Dress Code: Business Casual
Payment Information:
Methods of payment accepted: Visa/Mastercard, American Express and Discover. If you prefer to pay by check please register online and select "purchase order" as your payment option and enter your last name as the purchase order number. Mail check to: CFA Society of Los Angeles, 520 S. Grand Ave, Suite 370, Los Angeles CA 90071.
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