Invitation to Participate in Foreclosure Prevention for Banks & Credit Unions LIVE Webinar - Hear Key Regulators and Industry Thought Leaders Speak on this HOT Topic
Foreclosure Prevention for Banks & Credit Unions LIVE Webinar ** Discounts apply for early registration. See information below to register in this event. ** The recent extended credit crisis has caused a record number of home foreclosures. While tragic for homeowners, this also presents considerable difficulties for banks and credit unions. Home foreclosures often require banks to take possession and forcing them to sell the properties at a loss. The key to minimizing these risks is to take steps internally to help prevent at least some foreclosures. The Knowledge Congress has assembled a group of key thought leaders in this area who will help your institution understand how to take preventive measures in this area. The group will present their findings in an upcoming webinar. The event will take place on November 21st, 2008 @ 1:00pm to 3:00pm (ET). Course Level: Intermediate Prerequisite: None Method Of Presentation: Group-Based-Internet Developer: The Knowledge Conference Recommended CLE/CPE Hours: 2.0 (Please note, your State Bar or Accounting Board will make the final determination with respect to continuing education credit.) Advance Preparation: Print and review course materials Course Code: 083778 Confirmed Speakers: Department of Labor, Licensing and Regulation Mark Kaufman Deputy Commissioner of Financial Regulation National Council of State Housing Agencies Garth Rieman Director of Housing Advocacy and Strategic Initiatives NeighborWorks® America Deborah Boatright Director, Northeast District Event Agenda and High Level Points to be Discussed: * Foreclosure prevention starts with sound underwriting – * Spotting problems in the portfolio early is the key * Proactive outreach in any way possible is essential – trying to refi out * Avoiding REO – need to facilitate short sales which appear to take far too long * State Housing Finance Agencies (HFAs) are great partners in today’s market. They can still raise capital, they have pricing and underwriting terms that allow for continuous affordable lending to low and moderate-income homebuyers even in today’s market. Their portfolios are stable and they are still in good shape. * Congress recently provided helpful tools for HFAs and lenders to prevent and address foreclosures. HFAs can use single-family bond proceeds for refinancing and new loans. * FHA insurance can help people buy and stay in their homes. * HUD’s new Neighborhood Stabilization Program should help communities turn around REOs and make them available to new homebuyers. States and locals are also trying other initiatives. * HFAs and other entities participate in NeighborWorks America’s National Foreclosure Mitigation Counseling Program and HUD’s counseling program, which also help homeowners avoid foreclosure and can be good partners for banks and credit unions. * Professionally trained non-profit housing counselors are a valuable resource in resolving mortgage issues with borrower. * Feedback from the housing counseling field--improving the loss mitigation process and preventing re--defaults. * Community partnerships and innovative strategies can reach borrowers earlier--best practices from around the country. * More event agenda and high level points are coming soon. Why Attend? This is a must attend event for anyone interested in understanding the related issues and developments on Foreclosure prevention. * New guidance explained by the most qualified key leaders & experts. * Hear directly from key regulators & thought leaders. * Interact directly with panel during Q&A Who Should Attend? - CRO and all Risk Management - Bank & Credit Unions - Finance - Community development professionals - Economists - Housing experts - Subprime and Hedge Funds Lawyers - CPA Consultants Webinar Date & Time: Friday, November 21st, 2008 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm (ET - USA, New York) Registration Information: ** Discounts apply for early registration ** Course Fee: $199 - $299 (Please click link below for more details) Registration Link (click link below or copy and paste into your browser): https://web.memberclicks.com/mc/quickForm/viewForm.do?orgId=gkc&formId=50923 Registration Code: KC1 For Group registrations please follow the link: http://www.knowledgecongress.org/group_registration.htm or call 1.800.578.4370 for more info. Important Notice: If you have a scheduling conflict and can't attend this live event on its scheduled date, you may want to order the full recording of the event for your review at your convenience. Please email: [EMAIL PROTECTED] for any question or if you wish to order the recording. Check for Updates, Speaker Bios, Event Details etc: http://www.knowledgecongress.org/event_2008_for.html Disclaimer: Please note, the event date is firm although it may be subject to change. Please click http://www.knowledgecongress.org/date_policy.html for details. About The Webinar Organizer:
Invitation to Participate in Safety & Soundness Exams - A Conservative Approach for Banks LIVE Webinar - Hear Key Regulators and Top Experts Speak on this HOT Topic (Advertisement)
Safety & Soundness Exams - A Conservative Approach for Banks ** Discounts apply for early registration. See information below to register in this event. ** Summary: Many banks have recently been experiencing tough and thorough safety and soundness exams while at the same time trying to cope with all the credit problems associated with a general economic downturn. Safety and soundness examiners are carefully reviewing commercial and residential real estate loans and in some cases, are demanding write downs and reclassifications of these types of loans particularly where there are no recent appraisals to support the value of the collateral. Examiners are also looking closely at brokered deposits and Federal Home Loan Bank advances and are being critical of high commercial real estate concentrations. By taking this webinar, learn how to prepare for these conservative and challenging exams and what kinds of questions and requests for information that you will be asked for. The event will take place on March 5th, 2009, 12:00nn to 2:00pm (ET). Click the button below to register in this event. Course Level: Intermediate Prerequisite: None Method Of Presentation: Group-Based-Internet Developer: The Knowledge Conference Recommended CLE/CPE Hours: 1.75 - 2.0 (Please note, your State Bar or Accounting Board will make the final determination with respect to continuing education credit. If you are applying for CLE credit in Texas you must register 20 days before the event date.) Advance Preparation: Print and review course materials Course Code: 083798 Course Fee: $199 - $299 (Please click here for details) NASBA Sponsor Number: 109004 CLE We are an approved multi-event sponsor in the state of California. Our provider ID is: 14451. In Texas, Illinois, & Virginia, we submit programs for individual approval in advance. In New York, our programs are submitted immediately after the event live date and attendees are sent the approval codes once we receive them from the New York State Bar. All Other states: Once attendance is verified, attendees are emailed an official certificate of attendance which they submit to their respective State Bar Associations. Our programs are created with continuing education in mind and therefore are designed to meet the requirements of all State Bar Associations. If you have any questions, please email our CLE coordination: i...@knowledgecongress.org FEATURED SPEAKER LIST: Conference of State Bank Supervisors Michael L Stevens Senior Vice President, Regulatory Policy Bingham McCutchen LLP Maureen A. Young, Esq. Partner, Financial Institutions Corporate and Regulatory Group Co-Chair, Privacy and Security Group Independent Community Bankers of America Christopher Cole Vice President and Senior Regulatory Counsel Important Notice: Discounts apply for early registration. If you have a scheduling conflict and can't attend this live event on its scheduled date, you may want to order the full recording of the event for your review at your convenience. Please email: i...@knowledgecongress.org for any question or if you wish to order the recording. For Group registrations please click here or call 1.800.578.4370 for more info. ** Speaker Agenda to be added soon.. ** * More Event Agenda and Talking Points are coming soon. * Please check here for more Info and Updates about the Event. Who Should Attend? - Bank Directors - Legal and Compliance Officers - General Counsels - Branch Managers - Credit Analysts - Safety and Soundness Examiners - Bank Examiners/Analysts - Lawyers/Consultants specializing in Financial Institution Regulation Why Attend? This is a must attend event to anyone interested in knowing the up-to-the-minute updates on Safety & Soundness Exams - New guidance explained by the most qualified key leaders & experts - Hear directly from key regulators & thought leaders - Interact directly with panel during Q&A Safety & Soundness Exams - A Conservative Approach for Banks Date: Wednesday, February 25th, 2009 Time: 12:00nn to 2:00pm (ET) Important Notice: Discounts apply for early registration. If you have a scheduling conflict and can't attend this live event on its scheduled date, you may want to order the full recording of the event for your review at your convenience. Please email: i...@knowledgecongress.org for any question or if you wish to order the recording. For Group registrations please click here or call 1.800.578.4370 for more info. Disclaimer: Please note, the event date is firm although it may be subject to change. Please click here for details. CPE Sponsors The Knowledge Conference is registered with the National Association of State Boards of Accountancy (NASBA) as a sponsor of continuing professional education on the National Registry of CPE Sponsors. State boards of accountancy have final authority on the acceptance of individual courses for CPE cred
Invitation to Participate in Making the Most of TARP Funds - Practical Recommendations for your Bank LIVE Webinar - Hear from Key Regulators and Top Experts (Advertisement)
Making the most of TARP funds. Practical recommendations for your Bank ** Discounts apply for early registration. See information below to register in this event. ** Summary: In order to help banks with distressed assets, The US Treasury department established the Troubled Assets Relief Program (TARP). Under this program, the US Treasury department is authorized to draw up to $250 Billion dollars immediately with an additional $100 Billion with the approval of the President and Congress. Managed by the Office of Financial Stability, this program was designed to provide banks with immediate relief. Banks face an number of options in terms of what to do with the money and even whether or not to participate in the program. At this point the answers are not entirely clear. The Knowledge Congress has assembled a panel of key thought leaders and expert to help banks make the best use of TARP funds. This 2 hour webinar is a must see for anyone involved in making these critical decisions. The event will take place on March 12th, 2009, 12:00pm to 2:00pm (ET). Please click the link below to register in this event: https://web.memberclicks.com/mc/quickForm/viewForm.do?orgId=gkc&formId=54155 Speakers: Office of Thrift Supervision Lori Quigley Managing Director for Supervision Morgan Stanley Gregory Peters Managing Director, New York Global Head of Fixed Income Research & Chief US Credit Strategist Deloitte Consulting LLP Dennis Yeskey National Director, Real Estate Capital Markets Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP Jamie L. Boucher Partner, Financial Institutions Regulatory Group Ernst & Young LLP Jon Tkach Senior Manager, On-Call Advisory Services Event Agenda: - Broad reform of regulatory structure - Post-election priority for Obama administration and Congress - Studies required by the Emergency Economic Stabilization Act - Paulson "Blueprint" for regulatory reform as possible starting point for modernization of the regulatory regime - Rationalization of number and overlapping jurisdictions of financial regulators - Shift from functional to objective-based regulation; Federal Reserve as empowered regulator responsible for economic stability - Expansion of regulation to encompass new areas (e.g., OTC derivatives, hedge funds) - Role of Fannie, Freddie, and the other GSEs - Harmonize regulation with global markets - Continued government intervention in the banking and financial markets - Lending and liquidity support facilities - Depository institution failures - Pressure on financial institutions to raise capital - Government investments under TARP and successor programs. - Involvement of non-traditional investors in banking sector (e.g., private equity). - Government initiatives to protect "Main Street" - Loan modification and foreclosure prevention programs/initiatives - Efforts to prevent unfair, deceptive/predatory, or discriminatory practices (e.g. implementation of new credit card rule, mortgage lending, other consumer finance) - Summary of TARP vehicles for enhancing liquidity in the capital markets and increasing participant equity capital. - Key accounting issues facing TARP participants for U.S. Treasury investments in preferred stock & warrants: initial and ongoing recognition, measurement and classification. - Financial statement disclosure issues associated with the TARP. Who Should Attend? CEOs CPA's Senior Bank/Financial Institution Officers Bank Counsel and Directors Banking and Finance Lawyers Risk Managers/Officers Financial Executives/Analysts Why Attend? This is a must attend event to anyone interested in having full understanding about the Troubled Assets Relief Program. - New guidance explained by the most qualified key leaders & experts - Hear directly from key regulators & thought leaders - Interact directly with panel during Q&A. Making the most of TARP funds. Practical recommendations for your bank Date: Thursday, March 12th, 2009 Time: 12:00pm to 2:00pm (ET) Please click the link below to register in this event: https://web.memberclicks.com/mc/quickForm/viewForm.do?orgId=gkc&formId=54155 Important Notice: Discounts apply for early registration. If you have a scheduling conflict and can't attend this live event on its scheduled date, you may want to order the full recording of the event for your review at your convenience. Please email: i...@knowledgecongress.org for any question or if you wish to order the recording. For Group registrations please click here http://www.knowledgecongress.org/group_registration.htm or call 1.800.578.4370 for more info. Course Level: Intermediate Prerequisite: None Method Of Presentation: Group-Based-Internet Developer: The Knowledge Conference Recommended CLE/CPE Hours: 1.75 - 2.0 (Please note, your State Bar or Accounting Board will make the final determination with respect to continuing education credit. If you a
Invitation to Participate in Mutual Recognition LIVE Webinar - Hear from Key Regulators and Top Experts (Advertisement)
Mutual Recognition ** Discounts apply for early registration. See information below to register in this event. ** Summary: In 2007, SEC sponsored a roundtable discussion on mutual recognition designed to protect investors against fraud and market manipulation without compromising foreign investment opportunities. With this kind of development, investors are afforded with better protection and, at the same time not being subjected to stringent regulations. Business entities ought to know the aspects surrounding mutual recognition agreements as it will serve as their guide and protection in entering into investment contracts with foreign entities. The Knowledge Congress is assembling a panel of distinguished professionals and key regulators to help understand the impact of the new guidelines on the auditing/accounting firms and companies that are most affected by them. The speakers will present their expert opinions in a two-hour LIVE Webinar. The event will take place on March 4th, 2009, 12:00nn to 2:00pm (ET). Please click the link below to register in this event: https://web.memberclicks.com/mc/quickForm/viewForm.do?orgId=gkc&formId=55006 Speakers: Securities and Exchange Commission Robert Colby Deputy Director-Division of Trading and Markets Public Company Accounting Oversight Board Karen Dietrich Associate Director in the Office of International Affairs Paul Hastings Janofsky & Walker Michael Zuppone Partner, Chairman Securities and Capital Markets Practice Group Kramer Levin Naftalis & Frankel LLP Reid Feldman Partner Event Agenda: - Introduction PCAOB activities - Registering audit firms - Inspections - Investigation - Enforcement and standard setting. - International Program - Inspection of audit firms abroad - Working with non- US audit regulators - Discussion on why Board has decline to adopt a mutual recognition framework to date. Who Should Attend? - CEOs - Consultants - Directors - Business Leaders - Attorneys on Corrupt Practices - Risk Managers/Officer - Investment Analyst Why Attend? This is a must attend event to anyone interested in having full understanding about Mutual Recognition. - New guidance explained by the most qualified key leaders & experts - Hear directly from key regulators & thought leaders - Interact directly with panel during Q&A. Mutual Recognition Date: Wednesday, March 4th, 2009 Time: 12:00nn to 2:00pm (ET) Please click the link below to register in this event: https://web.memberclicks.com/mc/quickForm/viewForm.do?orgId=gkc&formId=55006 Important Notice: Discounts apply for early registration. If you have a scheduling conflict and can't attend this live event on its scheduled date, you may want to order the full recording of the event for your review at your convenience. Please email: i...@knowledgecongress.org for any question or if you wish to order the recording. For Group registrations please click here http://www.knowledgecongress.org/group_registration.htm or call 1.800.578.4370 for more info. Course Level: Intermediate Prerequisite: None Method Of Presentation: Group-Based-Internet Developer: The Knowledge Conference Recommended CLE/CPE Hours: 1.75 - 2.0 (Please note, your State Bar or Accounting Board will make the final determination with respect to continuing education credit. If you are applying for CLE credit in Texas you must register 20 days before the event date.) Advance Preparation: Print and review course materials Course Code: 083734 Course Fee: $199 - $299 (Please click here for details) NASBA Sponsor Number: 109004 CLE We are an approved multi-event sponsor in the state of California. Our provider ID is: 14451. In Texas, Illinois, & Virginia, we submit programs for individual approval in advance. In New York, our programs are submitted immediately after the event live date and attendees are sent the approval codes once we receive them from the New York State Bar. All Other states: Once attendance is verified, attendees are emailed an official certificate of attendance which they submit to their respective State Bar Associations. Our programs are created with continuing education in mind and therefore are designed to meet the requirements of all State Bar Associations. If you have any questions, please email our CLE coordination: i...@knowledgecongress.org CPE Sponsors The Knowledge Conference is registered with the National Association of State Boards of Accountancy (NASBA) as a sponsor of continuing professional education on the National Registry of CPE Sponsors. State boards of accountancy have final authority on the acceptance of individual courses for CPE credit. Complaints regarding registered sponsors may be addressed to the National Registry of CPE Sponsors, 150 Fourth Avenue North, Suite 700, Nashville, TN, 37219-2417. Website: www.nasba.org Enrolled Agents Sponsor ID Number: 760 We have entered into an agreement with
