Conference Committee

Membership:

The Conference Committee is a Board-appointed committee consisting of active FIRMA members in good standing.

Mission Statement:

The Conference Committee supports FIRMA’s mission by providing strategic and operational oversight of the Annual Fiduciary Risk Management Conference, ensuring high-quality programming, strong industry engagement, and effective risk management.

Functions:

  • Planning & Project Management – Develop and monitor key timelines and deliverables across all phases (planning, pre-conference, conference week, post-conference).
  • Cross-Committee Coordination – Collaborate with other FIRMA committees involved in conference planning (Education, Finance, Risk, Sponsor Relations, etc.).
  • Logistics & Operations – Oversee contracts, vendor arrangements, and risk coverage; manage on-site operations including venue coordination, registration, technology, and supplies.
  • Program Development – Guide conference agenda development (sessions, speakers, panels, keynotes); ensure content relevance; coordinate CE credits, session descriptions, learning objectives, and evaluations.
  • Speaker Management – Identify, select, and confirm speakers; manage communications, timelines, and deliverables.
  • Attendee Engagement & Experience – Support receptions, networking, and the Annual Membership Meeting (if held onsite at the conference).


Committee Meetings:

The Committee meets at least monthly, and more frequently as needed, to ensure timely progress and alignment with responsibilities.

 

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