CLIENT CONFERENCE
OCTOBER 11-12, 2023
THEME: EQUITY INTELLIGENCE Your company’s equity strategy is a crucial component of growth and success. Managing capital structure, market perception and investor implications directly ties to your stock price and performance. At a time of fundamental market change, join us for a deep dive into Equity Intelligence, where connecting with the heart of your investors, current and potential, is as important as knowing what’s coming next in capital markets. You will be part of a special gathering of equities market, investor and governance experts all unleashing expertise to enhance your equity intelligence. Do not miss the opportunity to connect with esteemed peers and leave with an inspired perspective on how your company’s consequential equity story can support long-term business goals.
At the top of Nob Hill, a neighborhood rich with history, architecture, art, and sophistication, sits the Intercontinental Mark Hopkins Hotel. A landmark hotel rich with luxury, charm, and elegance. The perfect setting to be inspired by the past and energized for the future.
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Improve your understanding of investors’ expectations and discover new ways to connect with them in the ever-changing equities markets.
Exchange ideas on the latest trends, hot topics and best practices in the evolving world of equity.
Be inspired by our keynote speaker as they reflect on their journey and vision for the future.
Meet and engage with your peers, industry experts and Computershare leaders in a captivating setting.
Enjoy yourself while socializing at local outings and evening events in spectacular San Francisco.
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BILLY BEANE
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How geopolitical issues and regulatory changes affect the US equities market. Break How climate disclosure rule changes and cybersecurity risk governance impact the SEC rule changes of today, and tomorrow. Lunch How higher interest rates and the fear of recession produced outperforming S&P expectations. Break How a US default on the debt ceiling can shock the US equities market.
9:00-10:30 am 10:30-10:45 am 10:45 am-12:30 pm 12:30-2:00 pm 2:00-3:30 pm 3:30-3:45 pm 3:45-5:00 pm
DAY 1
DAY 2
EQUITY INTELLIGENCE
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OCTOBER 11 | 7-10 PM
EXCLUSIVE INVITATION Computershare is pleased to invite you to an exclusive two-day client conference this October 11-12 at the Intercontinental Mark Hopkins hotel in historic Nob Hill, San Francisco.
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Former Executive VP of Baseball Operations for the Oakland Athletics & Senior Advisor to owner John Fisher Billy Beane, now senior adviser to Oakland Athletics owner John Fisher, has molded the team into one of baseball’s most consistent winners since taking over as General Manager following the 1997 season. Beane shattered traditional MLB beliefs that high payrolls equated wins by implementing a data driven methodology that led the Oakland A’s, with one of the lowest payrolls, to 7 AL Western Division titles and 10 playoff appearances. That strategic methodology has come to be known as the “Moneyball” philosophy, named for the best- selling book and Oscar- nominated film chronicling Beane’s journey from General Manager to hero to celebrated management genius. Beane is a four-time Major League Baseball "Executive of the Year" award winner and was named by Forbes as one of the "100 Greatest Living Business Minds."
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CLIENT RECEPTION
AT ORACLE PARK
The Gotham Club is a one-of-its-kind, exclusive venue within Oracle Park, home of the San Francisco Giants. With its vintage design and stunning architecture, visitors can practically hear epic stories of baseball folklore echoing through its opulent spaces. As a private speakeasy-style venue, The Gotham Club is also well known for its iconic bar and lounge. To add even more mystic, the Club is discretely located behind the out-of-town scoreboard, creating a throwback to a classic time of baseball’s early days of grandeur. With waterfront views and access to the field level, this evening will be one to remember.
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day one: Wednesday, October 11
8:00 am – 9:00 am
Registration and Breakfast
9:00 am – 9:30 am
Welcome Remarks by Ann Bowering, CEO Issuer Services USA, Computershare
10:30 am – 10:45 am
Break
10:45 am – 11:45 am
Fortify the Digital Fortress: Next-Gen Cybersecurity and Fraud Prevention Protecting your company and keeping shareholder data and assets secure have never been more daunting. This session will address new fraud schemes and cyberattack tactics, new cybersecurity disclosure rulemaking and the opportunities to employ next-generation digital strategies to keep your company and investors safe. Speakers: Jane Wells, Special Correspondent, CNBC (Moderator) Julian Bonnay, Partner, Capco Brody Mulderig, J.P. Morgan Securities Syed Ali, Expert Partner, Bain & Company
11:45 am – 12:45 pm
AI in Action: Real World Implications and Business-Transforming Applications The future of business appears inextricably linked to the artificial intelligence and generative technologies that have recently exploded into the mainstream. This session will explore the potential opportunities as well as the legal risks and business considerations. Speakers: Mark Kopelman, EVP Registry Transformation, Computershare (Moderator) Kirk J. Nahra, Partner, WilmerHale and Co-Chair, Artificial Intelligence Practice and Cybersecurity and Privacy Practice Luke Penca, Executive Director, Capco Dimitris Tsementzis, Head of Applied AI, Goldman Sachs
9:30 am – 10:30 am
Navigating Capital Markets and Corporate Governance: Macroeconomic Trends Impacting Businesses Today Kicking off the conference with an influential, dynamic discussion between industry voices including a financial pundit and leading financial experts about the themes impacting companies today, from the banking crisis to interest rates and inflation to looming recessionary threats and recoveries. This panel conversation will cover what you need to know now about the economy, financial markets and investor behavior. Speakers: Jane Wells, Special Correspondent, CNBC (Moderator) John JC Cardente, Managing Director, Bank of America Merrill Lynch Dan Angius, Senior Managing Director, Nasdaq Peter Byrne, Partner, Cooley
12:45 pm – 1:45 pm
Networking Lunch with California Cuisine Connect with peers from across the country over delicious California-inspired dishes.
1:45 pm – 3:15 pm
Innovation Beyond the Buzzword: Technologies and Solutions to Disrupt and Drive Growth It's not enough to have pioneered the major transfer agent innovations thus far, like medallion waivers, share gifting and beneficiary management. Get an exciting look at the Computershare digital solutions that will lead the way into the future of transfer agency – and why we are doubling down on client-driven innovation that improves the way you work and how you drive your business forward. Speakers: Peter Duggan, EVP, Equity Markets, Computershare (Moderator) Sheila Frierson, President, North America Plan Managers, Computershare Jason Stout, Global Head, Customer Operations, Computershare Sajoo Samuel, Senior Manager, Product Innovation Development, Computershare
5:30 pm – 6:30 pm
DAY TWO
DAY ONE
3:15 pm – 3:30 pm
3:30 pm – 4:30 pm
Regulatory Developments: Adapting to Evolving Compliance Requirements in a Dynamic Corporate Environment The SEC remains active with proposed rulemaking that will impact corporate securities and governance, with human capital management, cybersecurity, corporate actions, climate disclosure and board diversity on the agenda. Get the latest on making sense of the proposed changes that matter and how to prepare, including perspective from major exchanges. Speakers: Neda Sheridan, Executive Vice President, Corporate Actions, Computershare (Moderator) James J. Moloney, Partner, Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP Tara Petta, Associate Vice President, Corporate Data Operations, Nasdaq, Inc. Alan Seem, Partner, DLA Piper
4:30 pm – 5:30 pm
The California VCP Process and New Updates This session will explore the latest unclaimed property developments, from California’s new voluntary compliance program (VCP) to some legislative changes that may impact securities. Find out what the state does to locate owners, what’s reported and what’s remitted. You’ll understand why California is a unique state when it comes to unclaimed property. Speakers: Pamela Wentz, National Practice Leader, Computershare | Georgeson (Moderator) Gary Qualset, CPA, Project Director, Office of CA State Controller Malia M. Cohen, Unclaimed Property Division
6:30 pm – 7:00 pm
Transportation
7:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Evening Reception
Tuesday, November 7 - Training
9:00 am – 10:30 am
AI in Action: Real World Implications and Business- Transforming Applications The future of business appears inextricably linked to the artificial intelligence and generative technologies that have recently exploded into the mainstream. This session will explore the potential opportunities as well as the legal risks and business considerations. Speakers: Mark Kopelman, EVP Registry Transformation, Computershare (Moderator) Kirk J. Nahra, Partner, WilmerHale and Co-Chair, Artificial Intelligence Practice and Cybersecurity and Privacy Practice Luke Penca, Executive Director, Capco Dimitris Tsementzis, Head of Applied AI, Goldman Sachs
12:45 am – 1:45 pm
All times listed below are PDT
SPEAKERS
8:00 am – 9:15 am
Breakfast
9:15 am – 9:30 am
Introduction to Day Two
Keynote Address by Billy Beane
10:30 am – 11:00 am
VIP Meet and Greet with Billy Beane
11:00 am – 12:00 pm
The Rise of Retail Holders and What it Means for Your Share Register Shareholders have changed in recent years with the rise of retail holders and meme stocks. As retail ownership rises, companies may wonder this is a temporary trend or a fundamental shift in financial markets. Take a deep dive into the retail holder movement, what these shareholders really care about and what it means in the context of registered holders. Speakers: Paul Conn, President of Global Capital Markets, Computershare (Moderator) Dave Lauer, Co-Founder, Urvin Finance Alex Cohen, Co-Founder, Urvin Finance
12:00 pm – 1:00 pm
Proxy Process Revolution: Building Trust Through Transparency Ever wondered why the proxy process can feel outdated and opaque? This session will dive into a modern, digital and transparent proxy voting platform that is both revolutionary and common sensical. An industry leader will highlight promising developments and learnings from the markets in which this platform, Proxymity, is already live and making the annual meeting process much smoother for companies and investors. Speakers: Paul Conn, President of Global Capital Markets, Computershare Dean Little, Co-Founder, Proxymity
1:00 pm – 2:00 pm
Lunch
2:00 pm – 3:00 pm
How Companies Engage Investors – and How Shareholders React – in a Changing Business Environment This year, ESG shareholder-sponsored proposals proliferated, breaking the record for number of submissions, which was set just last year. Institutional investor perspectives, expectations and voting behavior continue to evolve and, while director election support remains high, new rules around universal proxy cards and no action relief are changing the proxy season landscape. Hear from legal, investor and proxy experts in this panel on the key themes and developments to consider as you prepare for your next annual meeting. Speakers: Kilian Moote, Managing Director, ESG Advisory, Georgeson (Moderator) Jennifer J. Carlson, Partner, Mayer Brown Stephanie Hill, Head of Index, Mellon Joshua Levin, CoFounder & Chief Strategy Officer, OpenInvest
3:00 pm – 3:30 pm
Closing Remarks
day two: thursday, October 12
What can I expect as session topics?” Day 1 sessions:
Why is the event being held in San Francisco? Long considered a hub of innovation with a vibrant community of entrepreneurs, technology developers, and existing and emerging industry leaders, The Golden Gate City is the perfect location for a client conference that focuses on preparing your business for industry transformation. You’ll feel inspired by your surroundings as you attend talks on a range of subjects including AI, market changes, and global economic policy. Who is going to attend? A community of industry professionals who work with Computershare will be in attendance, sharing their expertise and insights with one another. Industry experts and Computershare leaders will also be on-site during the two-day convention, taking part in and leading discussions and events. How much is registration? It’s complimentary! Computershare covers the registration cost for all its clients. Where is the conference? The conference will be held at the Intercontinental Mark Hopkins Hotel in the historic and sophisticated neighborhood of Nob Hill in San Francisco. Will Computershare be paying for my accommodation? No – while registration is at no cost to you, compliments of Computershare, attendees will need to cover their own accommodation and travel costs. Will meals be included during the conference? Breakfast and lunch are included on both days of the conference. Also, as a celebration of this gathering, a special dinner on the first day will be included at an exclusive, off-site location. Who is the keynote speaker? This year’s keynote speaker is Billy Beane. A former professional baseball player, Billy is now Senior Vice President of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion for the MLB, and his story inspired the Oscar-nominated film Moneyball, in which he was portrayed by Brad Pitt. Beane’s talk will motivate attendees to think outside the box as he discusses how he developed an innovative data-driven strategy to recruit star players to his team, the Oakland A’s, and propelled them to national stardom. Can anyone help me make the business case to attend? Yes, please contact us for justification information.
Navigating Capital Markets and Corporate Governance: Macroeconomic Trends Impacting Businesses Today Fortify the Digital Fortress: Next-Gen Cybersecurity and Fraud Prevention AI in Action: Real World Implications and Business-Transforming Applications Innovation Beyond the Buzzword: Technologies and Solutions to Disrupt and Drive Growth Regulatory Developments: Adapting to Evolving Compliance Requirements in a Dynamic Corporate Environment Don't Risk It: What You Need to Know About Escheatment Now
Day 2 sessions:
Keynote Address by guest speaker Billy Beane The Rise of Retail Holders and What it Means for Your Share Register Proxy Process Revolution: Building Trust Through Transparency How Companies Engage Investors – and How Shareholders React – in a Changing Business Environment
View the entire conference agenda here including session descriptions and speaker details. What type of activities can I look forward to at the event? On the first day of the conference, attendees will have the opportunity to network during a locally focused lunch, while taking in all the city has to offer. Later in the evening on day one, you can look forward to a dinner and networking reception at the magnificent Gotham Club at Oracle Park from 7-10pm.
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JUSTIFICATION TOOLKIT
“Why is the event being held in San Francisco?” Long considered a hub of innovation with a vibrant community of entrepreneurs, technology developers, and existing and emerging industry leaders, The Golden Gate City is the perfect location for a client conference that focuses on preparing your business for industry transformation. You’ll feel inspired by your surroundings as you attend talks on a range of subjects including AI, market changes, and global economic policy. “Who is going to attend?" A community of industry professionals who work with Computershare will be in attendance, sharing their expertise and insights with one another. Industry experts and Computershare leaders will also be on-site during the two-day convention, taking part in and leading discussions and events. “How much is registration?” It’s complimentary! Computershare covers the registration cost for all its clients. “Where is the conference?” The conference will be held at the Intercontinental Mark Hopkins Hotel in the historic and sophisticated neighborhood of Nob Hill in San Francisco. “Will Computershare be paying for my accommodation?” No – while registration is free, attendees will need to cover their own accommodation and travel costs. “Will meals be included during the conference?” Breakfast and lunch are included on both days of the conference. Also, as a celebration of this gathering, a special dinner on the first day will be included at an exclusive, off-site location. “How many attendees will be attending the conference?” We are expecting anywhere from 50 to 100 attendees to be present. Spaces are limited and it is first come, first served. “Who is the keynote speaker?” This year’s keynote speaker is Billy Beane. A former professional baseball player, Billy is now Senior Vice President of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion for the MLB, and his story inspired the Oscar-nominated film Moneyball, in which he was portrayed by Brad Pitt. Beane’s talk will motivate attendees to think outside the box as he discusses how he developed an innovative data-driven strategy to recruit star players to his team, the Oakland A’s, and propelled them to national stardom.
Not only will the 2023 Client Conference provide you with ways to stay connected to shareholders during market changes, but it will also allow you to network with industry peers. You’ll enjoy social events set against the beautiful San Francisco Bay and leave the conference with a many new professional connections in your network.
The two-day conference provides the perfect opportunity to speak to industry experts to discuss timely subjects related to your business area. You’ll come away with ideas on how to better understand your investors amidst banking sector volatility and federal interest rate increases.
This event will offer insight into the key factors that are changing the business landscape we work in. You’ll attend engaging, expert-led sessions on various topics such as equity market trends and digital developments while tapping into solutions that can help your business realize its potential.
When discussing the business case for the 2023 Client Conference, make sure to highlight the many benefits that attending will bring to your organization. This year’s conference theme is Equity Intelligence and will provide you with insights into market structure changes and digital advancements, including the effect these will have on US equities markets.
Computershare’s annual Client Conference offers you the chance to attend a 2-day event in San Francisco and network with industry peers while deepening your knowledge of US equities markets. We understand that requesting time off from work to attend a professional conference may require a business case, which is why we’ve put together this toolkit including the following:
Reasons to attend
Justification letter template
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