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FWA Events
FWA events are known for a welcoming and collegial atmosphere unlike anything else in the industry. Our events are intimate and purposeful – no large auditoriums or exhibition halls.
Content is always driven by member needs, covering everything from on-the-ground challenges to high-level firm strategy and the latest industry research. Event formats range from intimate luncheons to three-day conferences.
FWA members and Strategic Sponsors receive seats to each event as part of their membership; select events are also open to non-members. To discover which option is best for you, we invite you to read more below and contact us.
Alliance Fall Forum
The Alliance Fall Forum is a three-day conference that draws established executives and up-and-coming talent for a 360-degree representation of the family wealth industry. Expect compelling speakers, topics geared toward family wealth professionals of all levels, facilitated introductions, and numerous opportunities for peer exchange and networking. This event is open to non-members, averages approximately 200 attendees, and takes place annually in October/November.
Alliance Summit
The Alliance Summit is an invitation-only retreat only for C-level executives from FWA member and Strategic Sponsor firms. Topics are geared toward the highest level of family wealth professional, with significant time devoted to strategic decision-making and peer exchange between like-minded leaders. This event averages approximately 140 attendees and takes place annually in February/March.
Alliance Summer Gathering
FWA holds the Alliance Summer Gathering every June/July, focused on new and diverse perspectives in family wealth. It is frequently book-ended by Alliance Leader Roundtable and Alliance Connects meetings, which convene leaders from across the industry to learn and network through topical workshops and guest speaker presentations. The Summer Gathering is open to members and non-members; Alliance Leader Roundtables and Alliance Connects are invitation-only and exclusive to FWA members.
Webinars
In addition to in-person gatherings, FWA regularly hosts live and on-demand webinars and webinar series. Topics range from the timely (expert guidance on COVID-19 and remote work implications) to the timeless (our Building and Maintaining a Best-in-Class Firm Series).
Continuing Education
We partner with family wealth leaders and other expert practitioners to offer real-world, practical education that qualifies for continuing education credits.
FWA is a CFP® Board Continuing Education Provider and has successfully met the criteria established by the Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards, Inc. We are also 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.
Credit for CFP and CPA professionals is available at virtual and in-person events on a variety of topics throughout the year.
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