Call for Seminar Track Speakers: Share Your Expertise

We invite experienced professionals, thought leaders, and subject matter experts to apply to become seminar track speakers at the PFPA Annual Conference. This is your opportunity to contribute
to the conference's success by sharing your knowledge and insights with our diverse audience of financial and legal professionals.

KEYNOTE SPEAKER

Jiang Wei

Vice Dean for Faculty and Research and Asa Griggs Candler Professor of Finance

Topic - Technology and Governance of the Finance System

Wei Jiang earned her PhD in Economics from the University of Chicago in 2001. She is a Fellow and Board Member of the European Corporate Governance Institute (ECGI), and a Research Associate of the NBER (Law and Economics, and Corporate Finance). Jiang's main research interests lie in corporate governance, institutional investors, technology and financial markets. She has published extensively in top finance, economics, and law journals, and received numerous awards for research excellence. She served as Editor at Review of Financial Studies and Management Science. Prior to joining the faculty at Emory in 2022, Jiang was the Arthur F. Bruns Professor of Free Competitive Enterprise at Columbia Business School, Columbia University; as well as previously serving as Vice Dean (for Curriculum and Instruction) at Columbia Business School. Jiang is currently the Vice President of the American Finance Association, and was previously the President of the Society of Financial Studies.

Bing Xiao

Bing Xiao is the Senior Vice President, a member of the management committee, and Head of Strategy, Business Initiatives and Analytics of Wells Fargo’s Business Direct Division.

Topic - Banking Evolution: Navigating the Past and Shaping the Future

Business Direct is the nation’s largest lender of loans of up to $100,000 to small businesses and a leading innovator in the small business credit and payment industry.

He served in various management positions since joining Wells Fargo in 1997. Prior to his current position, he was Head of Consumer Home Equity Marketing (1997–1999), Head of Small Business Real Estate and Equipment Finance (1999–2004), and Head of Business Direct International Expansion (2004–2008).   As an expert in banking strategy, small business lending, and financial technology innovation, he has been invited to speak at many banking seminars and conferences.

He holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Mathematics from Fudan University in Shanghai, China, and a Ph.D. in Mathematics from the University of California at San Diego. He had also conducted research at Harvard University and the University of Texas at Austin.

TOPICS IN INVESTMENT

FINTECH & BLOCKCHAIN

INVESTMENT & INVESTMENT BANKING

TRUST, TAX & LAW

COMMERCIAL BANK

Why Speak at PFPA Annual Financial Conference

  • Showcase your expertise to a targeted audience of professionals.
  • Network with industry peers and build valuable connections.
  • Contribute to the professional development of attendees.
  • Enhance your reputation as a thought leader in your field.
  • Receive recognition in conference materials and promotions.

Speaker Requirements

  • In-depth knowledge and expertise in the chosen seminar track topic.
  • Ability to deliver an engaging and informative 45-minute seminar.
  • Willingness to participate in Q&A sessions and engage with attendees.
  • Commitment to align with the conference's goals and values.

How to Apply

 Interested speakers should submit the following information for consideration:

  • Full Name and Contact Information.
  • Professional Bio and Expertise Introduction.
  • Preferred Seminar Track and Topic.
  • Brief Seminar Outline or Description (250 words).
  • Any relevant speaking experiences and references.
Please email to info@pfpa-financial.com

Please send your application to info@PFPA-Financial.com by November 03, 2024. Our Conference Planning Committee will review all applications and select speakers who best align with the conference's objectives.