Frequently Asked Questions:

Why should I attend this conference?
Successful companies can no longer function within yesterday's risk management framework, which focused maily on cutting risk-transfer costs. Risk management systems today must be able to identify and quantify risks such as geopolitical volatility, economic uncertainty, IT systems vulnerability and domestic security. Interact with top finance executives and learn from America's largest companies in an essential dialogue on the evolving nature of risk and risk mitigation strategies.

What networking opportunities will I have?
Get to know your peers at Future of Business Risk Management's interactive sessions as well as at ample break times and the networking luncheon.

What will I learn?
At the Future of Business Risk Management Conference you will learn about:
  • Corporate finance after Enron
  • Financial value visibility and control
  • Embedding ERM in your operations
  • Accountability for strategic risk management
  • Benchmarking data from CFO Research Services
  • The role of the CEO vs. CFO in the design and execution of risk-management strategies and initiatives
  • Managing risk in the capital structure

    • Where will the conference be held?
    This conference will be held at the Marriott East Side Hotel, 525 Lexington Avenue, New York, NY 10017.

    How many CPE credits will I receive for attending?
    You will receive 7 CPE credits for attending the Future of Business Risk Management Conference.

    How do I nominate a speaker?
    For information on nominating or becoming a speaker, contact our director of program development: Call , Fax or email

    What is the conference registration fee and what does it include?
    The regular rate is $695. You can save $100 if you register by March 15, 2002. Click here for a complete list of registration fees. The conference fee includes complete conference materials as well as admission to all executive education sessions and the networking luncheon.

    What is your cancellation policy?
    Cancellations received in writing by March 18, 2002 will receive a refund less a $75 processing fee. For cancellations received after March 18, 2002, you will receive a 50 percent credit toward another CFO magazine conference, good for one year. CFO is unable to extend credits or refunds for no-shows.

    What is your policy on transferring registrations?
    Substitutions may be made at any time. Please call customer service at or , if you would like to transfer your registration to a colleague.

    How do I reach customer service?
    You may contact our customer service department at (Outside the US call , ) or by email:

    What is the dress code for the conference?
    Recommended dress for all meetings and social functions is business casual. You may want to bring a sweater or light jacket as hotel function rooms tend to be cool.

    I'm driving. How do I get to the Marriott East Side Hotel?
    For driving directions, click here.

    What can I gain by becoming a sponsor of the Future of Business Risk Management 2002?
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