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Speaker, "The Next Chapter: Successfully Establishing Your RIA," Confluence Webinar

 
Speaking Engagements

Sarah Razaq Sallis will present, “The Next Chapter: Successfully Establishing Your RIA,” at a Confluence webinar on Wednesday, July 15, 2026.

This webinar will address key considerations and steps involved in launching an SEC-registered investment adviser and what to expect in the first year.

Topics include: 

  • When and why to register as an RIA - triggering events and key decision points
  • The registration process - filing Form ADV and meeting regulatory requirements
  • Legal foundation - entity formation, advisory agreements, and fund documentation (if applicable)
  • Building your compliance program - drafting and adopting policies and procedures (P&P) and designating a Chief Compliance Officer (CCO)
  • Operational readiness - outsourcing considerations and vendor due diligence
  • Testing your compliance program – the annual 206(4)-7 compliance review requirement
  • SEC examinations – what to expect in the SEC’s new registrant exam

For more information, visit the webinar website.

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