AeANET : Investor Relations Program

Join us on March 21st for a comprehensive discussion on managing a successful investor relations strategy. Whether you're a private company contemplating an IPO, a micro- or small-cap in search of Analyst coverage or a mid- to large-cap company struggling to effectively prioritize your time with the influx of hedge fund and shareholder demands, our panel of experts will provide further insight on best practices that drive successful IR program execution and visibility. By sharing their experiences from years of counseling companies in similar situations, our panel of experts will inform you about generating and managing an IR program aimed at attracting long-term investors, stabilizing your investor base, and creating long-term shareholder value.

7:30 - 8:00 a.m.

Breakfast, Networking & Registration

8:00 - 8:10 a.m.

Welcome and Introductions

Mr. Ed Longanecker, Executive Director, AeA Midwest Council

8:10 - 8:35 a.m.

U.S. Capital Market: Challenges in Corporate Governance, Trends, Standards, and Historical Outlook

Mr. Demetrios Skalkotos, Regional Vice President, NASDAQ

8:35 - 9:00 a.m.

Impact of FAS 123R: Stock-based Compensation Plans and Disclosure

Mr. Don Nemerov, Director, Compensation & Benefits Practice, Grant Thornton LLP

9:00 - 9:25 a.m.

Attracting Buy- & Sell-Side Analysts

Mr. David Farina, Principle, William Blair & Co., LLC

9:25 - 9:50 a.m.

Managing Hedge Funds

Ms. Elizabeth Saunders, Co-founding Partner, Chairman, Ashton Partners

9:50 - 10:15 a.m.

Driving A Successful IR Strategy

Ms. Cindy Thorson Klimstra, Vice President, Investor Relations, CDW Corporation

10:15 - 10:30 a.m.

Panel Discussion: Q&A

10:30 a.m.

Adjourn

Registration

Member	$30
Non-member	$60