WE HAVE A PARTNERSHIP WITH THE FOLLOWING EVENTS AND CONFERENCES

February 13, 14, 2012 – Nairobi, Kenya

This training program is designed to take professionals to an advanced level of understanding of Islamic Finance. The 4 day course is designed as a preparatory course for the Certified Islamic Finance Executive (CIFE) Examination.

Islamic Finance MasterClass is offered in a face-to-face environment and blended with online instruction, the accredited training and certification program is designed to give you dynamic and up-to date material without burdening you with more information than you need. We use spreadsheets, case studies, questions, exercises and quizzes throughout the program to ensure that you go away with practical, usable Islamic finance knowledge.

It is tested by a team of bankers and scholars who check that the training, quizzes and the certification conforms with AAOIFI, the leading industry standard in Islamic Finance. While other certifications claim ‘Shariah-compliance’, this course exclusively abides by a known Shariah standard anyone can check against.

For more information, please visit: http://www.fleminggulf.com/training-financial/training-financial/certified-islamic-finance?c_trc=N8SJ2VYKCW

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February 15, 16, 2012 – Qatar, Doha

There is no universal prescription for an HR strategy. Its purpose should be to provide a framework for applying people management practices to achieve business outcomes. Therefore each strategy will be unique and dependent on the operating environment, business goals etc of the organisation to which it applies. HR strategy should be concerned both with the delivery of effective people management services and innovating new policies and practices. It is therefore also about making decisions about what needs to change, managing those changes and establishing what needs to stay the same. Therefore, this training provides the essential skills and knowledge needed to develop an effective HR Strategy within the Oil, Gas and Petrochemicals sector. The course is a highly interactive and participative workshop, where participants will have the opportunity to work on the key aspects of HR strategy for their organisation and come away with practical plans for implementing this in reality. Use will be made of CIPD and other research to demonstrate best practice in this area. The course is contextualised for the Middle East in general and the Oil, Gas and Petrochemical sector and the organisation in particular, to aid the implementation of practical learning. Each delegate will receive a comprehensive course manual to help them apply the skills in their role.

For more information, please visit: https://www.fleminggulf.com/training-hr/training-hr/developing-an-hr-strategy-in-oil-gas-and-petrochemicals

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February 15, 17 th 2012, Astor Crowne Plaza, New Orleans, LA

This investment education conference aims to provide broad education and information on investing, fiduciary responsibility and selection of money managers to the key decision makers and other representatives of the nation’s largest pension funds, endowments, foundations and other institutional investors. Participants of this conference will have the chance to exchange ideas and learn from other delegates and presenters who manage some of the largest capital flows within both the traditional and the alternative investment communities. Institutional investors will come from across the country not just to network but also to learn from the nation’s leading institutional investors, asset managers, hedge fund managers, consultants and more.

For more information, please visit:

http://www.opalgroup.net/conferencehtml/current/investment_education_symposium/investment_education_symposium.php

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February 20- 22, 2012 – Khartoum, Sudan

This course will take you step by step through the new Basel Capital Accord, commonly referred to as Basel II and III, examining the new risk management approaches introduced as a result of the regulations, and looking into the latest techniques used to achieve compliance.
The course tutor is an active practitioner with many years experience working with banks throughout their Basel programme. Practical examples and real life experience will be used to put the Accord requirements into context and show how real business benefit can be achieved through more than just meeting minimum regulatory requirements.
The course will begin by putting the Basel regulations in context, examining the journey from the original capital requirement directive to the development of the risk-sensitive framework that is Basel II, and finally through to the recent Basel III proposals. The different approaches allowed under Basel II will be examined in detail, focusing on the areas which are receiving most attention from regulators.

For more information, please visit: http://www.fleminggulf.com/training-financial/training-financial/bank-risk-management-including-basel-iii?c_trc=Q3S4H0I9X2

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February 20-22, 2012 – Beirut, Lebanon

One of the main reasons for the financial and banking crisis has been the failure of corporate governance and risk management. A major risk exposure area in retail banking is the retail payments system and processes. Consequently a key responsibility and duty of the board, directors and management is the effective management and minimization of retail banking payments. Building on this formula, the directors and executive management can then focus on the optimization of returns, shareholder value creation and growing the retail banking institution.

This 3 day workshop looks at the new challenges facing retail banking and payment systems in the light of the past and present challenges of recession and financial crises. The workshop will look at the principal risks, external and internal risks, and the action plan to manage and minimize risks in relation to retail banking payments. The workshop incorporates comprehensive notes, detailed discussions and delegate interaction, and group workshop case studies.

For more information, please visit: http://www.fleminggulf.com/training-financial/training-financial/risk-in-retail-banking-payments?c_trc=VZ20RO251C

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February 20-22, 2012 – Khartoum, Sudan

Modern development and growth of Islamic banks and the increasing volume of work and the complexity of the activities of banking and investment arises the need to support the Sharia  Supervisory Boards with enough tools or technical equipment that combine between technical and practical expertise in the areas of banking. In addition, for project implementation, one should be equipped with reasonable determinants of Sharia’, that can be refined and adopted  by the successive guidance issued by the organization (AAOIFI).

To be efficient, legal (Sharia’) auditing within Islamic banks is dependent to its obvious position in the organizational structure that governs the relationship of this device within the  executive departments on one hand and the senior management of a bank on the other hand. In addition to the size of powers and functions entrusted to it, as well as the degree of financial and legal training of executive workers within it. Moreover, the success of Sharia’ auditing in achievement of its role, requires working within a clear framework, target, and determinant strategic plan based on a set of indicative procedures of the Sharia auditor.

For more information, please visit: http://www.fleminggulf.com/training-financial/training-financial/islamic-auditing-for-banking-and-financial-companies?c_trc=T6XKTZB5XW

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February 27th 2012 – New York City

Cap Intro: L/S Equity | Quant Alternative Investing is a highly focused capital introduction event bringing together active investors and successful, growing alternative investment managers focusing especially on opportunities in L/S equity and Quant strategies.
At the Cap Intro: L/S Equity | Quant Alternative Investing, investors and investment managers get what they seek: targeted private meetings. It is an extraordinary opportunity to get first round or continued meetings with your potential investors/investment managers underway.
Register now – space is limited!

For more information or to register contact us on: info@catalystforum.com +1 212 966 2993 www.catalystforum.com

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February, 27, 29 2012 – Al Khobar, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia

How to implement Talent Management within the Oil and Gas sector and ensure that it returns real value to your organisation.

This 3-day workshop will explore both the Talent Management and HR planning processes required in the context of Oil and Gas organisation’s business strategies and most importantly help the participants develop a practical action plan for the implementation of a Talent Management Program for their organisation. The workshop will blend practical and theoretical approaches, as extensive use will be made of CIPD research and best practice case studies to illustrate practical examples of effective talent management program and how these approaches can be modified and applied within the specific context of Gulf-based Oil and Gas organisations.

For more information, please visit: https://www.fleminggulf.com/training-hr/training-hr/certified-talent-management-hr-planning-in-oil-gas-al-khobar-saudi-arabia

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March 1st 2012 – New York

Have you considered attending or presenting to the 150+ investors who will be at the upcoming private equity conference at The Yale Club New York on March 1?
Benefits of Attending: Improve the likelihood of your getting funded soon; Network with 150+ investment professionals, top venture capitalists, business leaders and successful entrepreneurs; Find out what angel investors, venture firms, and private equity fundsare looking for today when making new investments; Deliver your vision to a captive audience of receptive investors anddirect funding sources; Enjoy Being Part of a World-Class Event for the Investment Community; Benefit from the network that we have developed with our 10 yearplus history and 36 consecutive fully-booked events.

For more information, please visit: http://www.starlightinvestments.com/default.asp?ID=316#

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March 2nd 2012, The Crowne Plaza Times Square, New York, NY

Opal Financial Group’s investment consultants conference provides a unique environment for developing dialogue between plan sponsors, managers and consultants. The role of the institutional consultant is more important than ever in making investment decisions, often being asked to take on more than just the evaluation of investment managers. This event will feature panel-driven discussions focused on specific investment techniques of fixed income and hedge fund managers, the evolving role of institutional consultants, the manager evaluation process, transition management, investing in global markets, and more.

For more information, please visit: www.opalgroup.net/trk/icfc1205.html

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March 2nd 2012, The Crowne Plaza Times Square, New York NY

A part of the Private Wealth Series, Opal’s Trust, Tax, and Estate Planning Forum is designed to cover timely and relevant topics affecting trust, tax, and estate planning professionals. This forum will address issues relevant to family offices and those who support their day to day operations. The forum will bring together representatives of family offices, non-discretionary consultants, attorneys, accountants, life insurance firms, trust companies, investment banks, estate and tax planners, actuarial firms, life settlement companies, hedge funds, private equity firms, real estate firms, and financial planners.

For more information, please visit: www.opalgroup.net/trk/ttec1202.html

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March 5-7 2012, Mumbai, India

People behave unsafe because it saves their time and effort (taking short cuts, not using PPE). Environmental solutions don’t work as effectively as people may remove guards and work in bad housekeeping. Punishment may lead to negative effects. Attitude change does not help much, as it does not really convert into behavior. So behavior-based safety (BBS) can be tried for still better safety results.  BBS emphasizes that take active responsibility for safety of each other. Target observable behavior, focus on positive consequence we expect to receive i.e. change unsafe to safe behavior; monitor behavioral trends of each individual or group everyday / week / month in order to understand percentage of safe and at-risk behaviors across departments during the years.

Total safety culture encompasses that safety mechanisms are in place and active, and then implementing BBS gives wonderful results. According to a senior safety professional, “punishment never works for sustainable results for safety in organizations”.  Another safety professional added, “BBS is going to be one of the best components of safety in the years to come”.

For more information, please visit: https://www.fleminggulf.com/training-hse-sec/training-hse-sec/behaviour-based-safety

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March 14-16 2012, Digital Sandbox – New York, NY

Commercial litigation finance is an emerging multi-billion dollar market in the US where the level of current investment is outstripped by potential needs of litigators, SMEs and corporations involved in lawsuits. This asset class is yielding highly attractive returns for pioneering investors, and new funds are emerging seeking investments from institutional investors, family offices and other prospects. However, most lawyers do not know the sources for third party finance, how it can be ethically employed, and how to communicate its risks and benefits to clients. Likewise, most potential investors do not fully understand how to assess the outcome of litigation, or the business models of litigation funds. Only those investors and lawyers who fully understand commercial litigation finance can successfully navigate through the legal and financial complexities to profit.

Infocast’s Commercial Litigation Funding & Investment Summit 2012 provides an unprecedented opportunity to meet the most experienced commercial litigation fund managers, investors and litigators, and gain an invaluable introduction to this emerging asset class. Major law firms and corporate counsels will discuss the use of third party capital in commercial litigation and how outside funding can help with alternative billing and customer retention in today’s legal economy. Leading litigation investment managers will explore the potential risks and rewards of various business models and investments in this asset class. Finally, investors will give their perspectives on the risk and reward profiles they find attractive. Attend to learn how you can profit from commercial litigation funding.

For more information, please visit: http://www.infocastinc.com/index.php/conference/litigation12

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March 25, 26 2012 – Hyatt at Fisherman’s Wharf - San Francisco, CA

6th Annual Private Equity Summit for Institutional Investors is designed for institutional investors to address current trends in Private Equity, Venture Capital and Leveraged Buyouts. Set to take place in San Francisco, CA this private equity conference will investigate a variety of investment avenues and the most effective strategies for investing in each by calling upon leaders across the industry from investment advisory firms, private equity funds and PE advisors within institutions including but not limited to:

• Public and Corporate Pension Funds • Family Offices • Insurance Companies • Fund of Funds • Endowments • Foundations • Sovereign Wealth Funds

For more information, please visit:

http://www.opalgroup.net/conferencehtml/current/private_equity_summit/private_equity_summit.php

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March 26, 27 2012 - Hyatt at Fisherman’s Wharf, San Francisco, CA

The Real Asset Investing Forum is designed to help investors use real assets to generate alpha and guard against inflation. In-depth discussions offer strategies and solutions that will help investors integrate real assets and create a complete institutional portfolio.
Experts and industry professionals from across the country will travel to San Francisco to speak on the hottest topics in the industry, including: • Gold • Timber• Real estate• Infrastructure• Inflationary investing• Green technologyand many more!

Networking events offer managers a chance to exchange ideas with investors face-to-face, including representatives from:
• Public and Corporate Pension Funds • Family Offices• Insurance Companies • Fund of Funds • Endowments• Foundations• Sovereign Wealth Funds

For more information, please visit:

www.opalgroup.net/trk/raifc1206.html

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March, 28,30 2012 - Sofia, Bulgaria

The renewable energy and waste sectors in South-East Europe are in need of expertise, technology and equipment. In view of the global changes, the Forum will outline good business opportunities in the Region and promote best environmental practices, the implementation of which will decarbonise the local economy. It includes a Congress and Exhibition on Energy Efficiency (EE) and Renewable Energy  (RES),   SEE Solar Exhibition and Conference and Exhibition on Waste Management, Recycling and Environment – ‘Save the Planet’.

Over 50 % of the exhibition area in 2012 will be covered by foreign participants from Austria, China, France, Germany, Italy, Poland, Romania, Spain, Switzerland, UK, etc. The exhibitors will be able to create close ties with new partners – over 7 000 professional visitors are expected to get involved. High-level speakers from 20 countries will present good practices and new technological developments. pvXchange and Via Expo organize the 1st PV Discussion Forum ‘Photovoltaics’. A workshop ‘Italian Integrated Waste Management Experience’ will be held on the first event day.
The great business atmosphere will generate professional contacts and knowledge transfer which will turn good ideas into real results.

Organizer: www.viaexpo.com

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April 17, 19 th 2012 – Moscow, Russia

Adam Smith Conferences’ Wealth Management & Private Banking: Russia & CIS conference will be held on 17-19 April 2012 in Moscow. This conference is now in its third year and has already established itself as a MUST ATTEND EVENT in the spring calendar of the wealth management and private banking professionals. The conference offers 40+ presentations from top industry professionals and it regularly attracts local and international private banks, wealth management companies, family offices, private investment offices, fiduciary companies, trusts, and tax and law firms that work with private clients.

SOME OF THE KEY TOPICS FOR DISCUSSION INCLUDE:

• What is most important to PRIVATE BANKING CLIENTS?

• How to establish and successfully MANAGE A FAMILY OFFICE?

• How are MULTI-FAMILY OFFICES developing in Russia?

• Which MARKETING METHODS work in the industry?

• Which INVESTMENT STRATEGIES / PRODUCTS have performed well?

• Investment in NON-LIQUID ASSETS (financial and non-financial)

• REAL ESTATE as a popular type of private investment

• HEDGING RISKS while forming clients’ portfolios• TAX PLANNING and asset protection for HNWIs

Read about these topics in more detail by downloading the conference programme on:

http://www.adamsmithconferences.com/en/wealth-management-private-banking-russia

Join our CIS Wealth Management Forum LinkedIn group to read and discuss important industry news – http://www.adamsmithconferences.com/xr43lnmp !

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April 23rd 2012, Harvard Club, New York City

Cap Intro: Credit / Fixed Income Alternative Investing is a highly focused capital introduction event bringing together active investors and successful, growing alternative investment managers focusing especially on opportunities in Credit and Fixed Income strategies.
At the Cap Intro: Credit / Fixed Income Alternative Investing, investors and investment managers get what they seek: targeted private meetings. It is an extraordinary opportunity to get first round or continued meetings with your potential investors/investment managers underway.
Register now – space is limited!

For more information or to register contact us on: info@catalystforum.com +1 212 966 2993 www.catalystforum.com

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April 23rd 2012 . Harvard Club, New York City

This is a highly focused, semi-structured, investor event designed for allocators, advisors and investment managers in the alternative investing space to do some serious networking. The event starts late afternoon with some introductory talks, followed by networking and light entertainment into the evening.
Drawn from Catalyst Financial Partners’ wide industry network, participants will be vetted investors, advisors and alternative investment managers only. We expect 100+ attendees. No service providers admitted.

For more information or to register contact us on: info@catalystforum.com +1 212 966 2993 www.catalystforum.com

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April 23, 25 2012 – The Waldorf Astoria, New York City, NY

Global AgInvesting SM 2012 New York promises investors the opportunity to evaluate the global agriculture investing landscape and meet the managers with investable product that are helping to shape the burgeoning space.  The two-day conference will include panel discussions on responsible investment, illiquid vs. liquid ag investment styles, palm oil production investments and worldwide farmland conditions that will provide a broad base of understanding of the ag sector.

For more information, please visit: http://www.cvent.com/events/global-aginvesting-2012/event-summary-1a3b2be8ff70454686a0dfa53a2af0fe.aspx

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April 25, 27 2012 – Gansevoort Miami Beach, Miami, Florida

Network with the industry’s leading experts as they analyze the opportunities and challenges in the real estate market! Our 2011 event was a tremendous success, with hundreds of delegates at the Gansevoort in Miami, Florida. Opal’s 2012 real estate investors conference will focus on the latest developments in the marketplace. It will analyze the opportunities and challenges in the real estate market; examine best practices and explore new deal making strategies.

Opal’s Annual Real Estate Investors Summit: Dealmakers Conference promises to be 2012′s leading conference and exposition for real estate professionals, hedge fund managers, private investors, family offices, pension funds and other institutional investors. It will provide various networking opportunities along with an educational platform.

For more information, please visit:

http://www.opalgroup.net/conferencehtml/current/real_estate_investors_summit/real_estate_investors_summit.php

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June 25th 2012, New York City

Cap Intro: Emerging Markets | Macro Alternative Investing is a highly focused half-day capital introduction event bringing together active investors and successful, growing alternative investment managers focusing especially on opportunities in emerging markets and macro strategies.
At the Cap Intro: Emerging Markets | Macro Alternative Investing, investors and investment managers get what they seek: targeted one-on-one private meetings. It is an extraordinary opportunity to get first round or continued meetings with your potential investors/investment managers underway.
Register now – space is limited!

For more information or to register contact us on: info@catalystforum.com +1 212 966 2993 www.catalystforum.com

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October 22nd 2012 – New York City

Cap Intro: L/S Equity | Event Driven Alternative Investing is a highly focused capital introduction event bringing together active investors and successful, growing alternative investment managers focusing especially on opportunities in L/S equity and Event Driven strategies.
At the Cap Intro: L/S Equity | Event Driven Alternative Investing, investors and investment managers get what they seek: targeted private meetings. It is an extraordinary opportunity to get first round or continued meetings with your potential investors/investment managers underway.
Register now – space is limited!

For more information or to register contact us on: info@catalystforum.com +1 212 966 2993 www.catalystforum.com

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December 10th 2012 – New York City

Cap Intro: Emerging Markets Alternative Investing is a highly focused capital introduction event bringing together active end-investors and successful, growing alternative investment managers focusing especially on opportunities in emerging markets strategies.
At the Cap Intro: Emerging Markets Alternative Investing, investors and investment managers get what they seek: targeted one-on-one private meetings. It is an extraordinary opportunity to get first round or continued meetings with your potential investors/investment managers underway.
Register now – space is limited!

For more information or to register contact us on: info@catalystforum.com +1 212 966 2993 www.catalystforum.com

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