For years, The Baker Group representatives have spoken at banking schools, seminars, conventions, and workshops across the country in order to help community financial institutions gain insights and education on key topics that are relevant to their respective institutions.
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ALM and Investment Strategies Seminar
May 8-9, 2025
Location
Hyatt Regency Lost Pines Resort
575 Hyatt Lost Pines Rd
Cedar Creek, TX 78612
512.308.123
Event Details
After experiencing the most aggressive Federal Reserve tightening cycle in decades, we now enter the next phase, the easing cycle. The critical question persists: Will the Fed achieve the sought-after soft landing, or will the economy tip into its next recession? 2025 continues to be marked by uncertainty following a period of significant pressures and challenges to balance sheets and net interest margins. Senior management will continue to navigate an environment with uncertainty of interest rates, higher cost of funds, tighter liquidity levels, deposit pressures and the looming threat of an economic downturn. Proactive balance sheet management and a robust ALCO process are more crucial than ever.
This seminar will examine the challenges currently faced by CEOs, CFOs, and investment officers who must navigate the next rate cycle. Join us for an in-depth discussion of the following topics:
- Economic and Market Update
- The Fed’s Next Moves
- Regulatory Hot Buttons
- Interest Rate Risk
- Liquidity Risk Management
- Investment Portfolio Strategies
- MBS/CMO Market
- Municipal Market Update
Attendees
Who should attend: Financial institutions’ CEOs, CFOs, investment officers, board members, and those who are directly or indirectly responsible for financial management functions will benefit from this seminar. There is no cost for this seminar.
Attendance to The Baker Group’s Interest Rate Risk and Investment Strategies Seminar is limited in order to allow attendees as much one-on-one and Q&A time as needed.
Accommodations
A block of rooms is available at Hyatt Regency Lost Pines Resort and Spa. The special room rate will be available until April 9, 2025 or until the room block is sold out. Hotel price: $329–$379 + $25 resort fee.
Hyatt Regency Lost Pines Resort
575 Hyatt Lost Pines Rd
Cedar Creek, TX 78612
512.308.1234
Hotel price: $329-$379 + $25 resort fee
Agenda
Thursday, May 8, 2025
| Time | Agenda |
|---|---|
| 7:30 am | Breakfast |
| 8:30 am | Seminar |
| 12:00 pm | Lunch |
| 1:00 pm | Seminar |
| 4:30 pm | Adjourn |
Friday, May 9, 2025
| Time | Agenda |
|---|---|
| 7:30 am | Breakfast |
| 8:30 am | Seminar |
| 12:00 pm | Conclusion |
| 1:00 pm | Golf (Included) |
Course Format
Group live program.
Prerequisites
Basic knowledge of finance and banking is recommended.
Knowledge Level
The level of learning for this seminar is intermediate.
Advanced Preparation
None.
CPE Credits
14 hours of Economics and Finance CPE credits will be earned for your attendance.
The Baker Group is registered with the National Association of State Boards of Accountancy (NASBA) as a sponsor of continuing professional education on the National Registry of CPE Sponsors. State boards of accountancy have final authority on the acceptance of individual courses for CPE credit. Complaints regarding registered sponsors may be submitted to the National Registry of CPE Sponsors through its website: www.NASBARegistry.org.
After completing this seminar, you will be able to:
- Identify Key Balance Sheet Trends that Relate to Interest Rate Risk
- Answer Questions About Regulatory Requirements for Interest Rate Risk Reporting
- Recognize the Difference Between Earnings at Risk and Capital at Risk
- Explain the Relationship Between Price Risk and Cash Flow Volatility in Bond Portfolios
- Measure and Assess Relative Value Between and Among Bonds
Refunds/Suggestions/Complaints
Because this seminar is presented without charge to attendees, there are no refund or cancellation policies. We do, however, welcome any constructive suggestions you might have concerning the seminar. Your comments should be directed to Skoshi Heron at 1.888.990.0010.
ALM and Investment Strategies Seminar
June 17, 2025
Location
Glen Oaks Country Club
1401 Glen Oaks Drive
West Des Moines, IA 50266
515.221.9000
Event Details
After experiencing the most aggressive Federal Reserve tightening cycle in decades, we now enter the next phase, the easing cycle. The critical question persists: Will the Fed achieve the sought-after soft landing, or will the economy tip into its next recession? 2025 continues to be marked by uncertainty following a period of significant pressures and challenges to balance sheets and net interest margins. Senior management will continue to navigate an environment with uncertainty of interest rates, higher cost of funds, tighter liquidity levels, deposit pressures, and the looming threat of an economic downturn. Proactive balance sheet management and a robust ALCO process are more crucial than ever.
This seminar will examine the challenges currently faced by CEOs, CFOs, and investment officers who must navigate the next rate cycle. Join us for an in-depth discussion of the following topics:
- Economic and Market Update
- The Fed’s Next Moves
- Regulatory Hot Buttons
- Interest Rate Risk
- Liquidity Risk Management
- Investment Portfolio Strategies
- MBS/CMO Market
- Municipal Market Update
Attendees
Who should attend: Financial institutions’ CEOs, CFOs, investment officers, board members, and those who are directly or indirectly responsible for financial management functions will benefit from this seminar. There is no cost for this seminar.
Attendance to The Baker Group’s Interest Rate Risk and Investment Strategies Seminar is limited in order to allow attendees as much one-on-one and Q&A time as needed.
Glen Oaks Country Club
1401 Glen Oaks Drive
West Des Moines, IA 50266
515.221.9000
Agenda
Tuesday, June 17, 2025
| Time | Agenda |
|---|---|
| 7:30 am | Breakfast |
| 8:30 am | Seminar |
| 12:00 pm | Lunch |
| 1:00 pm | Golf |
Course Format
Group live program.
Prerequisites
Basic knowledge of finance and banking is recommended.
Knowledge Level
The level of learning for this seminar is intermediate.
Advanced Preparation
None.
CPE Credits
3.5 hours of Economics and Finance CPE credits will be earned for your attendance.
The Baker Group is registered with the National Association of State Boards of Accountancy (NASBA) as a sponsor of continuing professional education on the National Registry of CPE Sponsors. State boards of accountancy have final authority on the acceptance of individual courses for CPE credit. Complaints regarding registered sponsors may be submitted to the National Registry of CPE Sponsors through its website: www.NASBARegistry.org.
After completing this seminar, you will be able to:
- Identify Key Balance Sheet Trends that Relate to Interest Rate Risk
- Answer Questions About Regulatory Requirements for Interest Rate Risk Reporting
- Recognize the Difference Between Earnings at Risk and Capital at Risk
- Explain the Relationship Between Price Risk and Cash Flow Volatility in Bond Portfolios
- Measure and Assess Relative Value Between and Among Bonds
Refunds/Suggestions/Complaints
Because this seminar is presented without charge to attendees, there are no refund or cancellation policies. We do, however, welcome any constructive suggestions you might have concerning the seminar. Your comments should be directed to Skoshi Heron at 1.888.990.0010.
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