2026 NIBA 35th Anniversary Conference
For 35 years, the National Introducing Brokers Association has brought together professionals from across the derivatives industry to connect, exchange ideas, navigate change and strengthen the relationships that move our markets forward.
On July 16, NIBA will celebrate this important milestone with its 35th Anniversary Conference at DePaul University’s downtown Chicago campus.
Jointly hosted by NIBA and DePaul University, this special event will bring together introducing brokers, futures commission merchants, commodity trading advisors, exchanges, service providers, regulatory professionals and other leaders from across the derivatives community.
Attendees can expect an engaging afternoon of timely industry discussion, professional education and meaningful networking. The program will feature respected voices from across the industry addressing the trends, challenges and opportunities shaping today’s futures and derivatives markets.
The conference will also celebrate NIBA’s history, recognize the individuals and organizations that have contributed to its success, and look ahead to the next generation of professionals who will help shape the future of the industry.
Whether you are a longtime NIBA member or attending for the first time, we invite you to join us in Chicago for this milestone event.
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2026 NIBA 35th Anniversary Conference Agenda
| Onsite Registration Opens | 12:30pm |
| Opening Remarks NIBA President and Honorary 35th Anniversary Chairman & DePaul University Welcome Ryan Griffeth John Lothian Dr. Peter Westin, Director of the Arditti Center, DePaul University | 1:15pm |
| Associations Moderator: John Lothian, John Lothian News Panelists: Charlie Carey, CMC Mary Ann Burns, FIA Melinda Schramm, NIBA | 1:25pm |
| Valuation, M&A Moderator: Chris Copley, Kroll Panelists: Jeff Henderson, GT Law Mike Coglianese, Michael Coglianese CPA | 2:15pm |
| Refreshment Break | 2:55pm |
| Prediction Markets Moderator: Matt Kluchenek, Katten Muchin Panelists: Dorothy DeWitt, Told Strategies Patty Cushing, NFA Connor Weber, CME Group | 3:10pm |
| Challenges & Opportunities Moderator: Mark Wator, Barchart Panelists: Steve Georgy, Allendale Elaine Levin, Powerhouse Mary Klein, Ever.Ag Matt Giarelli, HedgePoint Morad Askar, Edge Clear | 4:00pm |
| Hall of Fame Honorees | 4:50pm |
| Closing Remarks Ryan Griffeth John Lothian | 5:00pm |
| Networking Cocktail Reception - DePaul Terrace, 11th Floor Hosted by: Michael Coglianese, CPA Equity Trust Company Greenberg Traurig Law | 5:10pm |

