Networking & Events
As a member of CFALA , you attend events at a largely discounted rate or for free
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Topical Programs
- Industry experts provide presentations and talks on a wide variety of investment-related issues at luncheons, dinners, and cocktail events
- Programs offer insight and unique perspectives into the latest developments in finance
- An opportunity to interact with industry experts through Q&A sessions
- Chance to network with other industry professionals through the ample time allotted for attendees to interact amongst each other
Professional Interest Communities
- Communities created for investment professionals to focus on an area of interest
- Regularly scheduled meetings focus on current events and include keynote speakers
- Offer workshops, seminars and networking opportunities
- Alternative Investment Group
- Applied Behavioral Finance Group
- Asia Pacific
- Investment Performance
- Private Wealth Management Group
- Portfolio Management Group
- Book Club
- Women's Group
- Santa Barbara
- Research Foundation
- Fixed Income
Socials
- Provides an open forum in a welcoming, enjoyable atmosphere for members to meet with others within the industry
- Not only useful for networking, but have produced long-lasting personal connections
- Certain social events are held annually (e.g., Holiday Social, Golf Tournament, Meeting of the Members, Career Chat Series, Charter Recognition Dinner, and “Community of Interest” Socials)
- Events that have not been annual occurrences but will be held again include: LA Kings game at the Staples Center, CFALA Social Hike, Whiskey and Wine Tasting, and a concert at the Hollywood Bowl
