EGM 2026

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Extraordinary General Meeting: Bylaws update 2026

CFA Society France proposes to align its local membership categories with the updated CFA Institute global membership structure. A vote on the corresponding bylaw amendments is now open to all CFA Charterholders.

Key dates

May 4, 2026 at 12 PM

Online vote opens: Ballots sent by email via ElectionRunner to all CFA Charterholders

May 26, 2026 at 12 PM

Online vote closes.

May 28, 2026 at 12 PM

EGM — Zoom session: Results announced and Q&A with the board and CFA Institute. Join on Zoom here

Why this change?

CFA Institute is introducing a clearer global membership framework for the investment profession. CFA Society France, alongside eleven other leading Societies worldwide, is aligning its local membership categories with this new structure.

These changes create new opportunities with universities and partners, while reducing administrative complexity by allowing CFA Institute manage membership categories centrally.

Membership Benefits and Eligibility

Benefits, services and voting rights continue to depend on membership category. 

Frequently asked questions

What happens to current Regular members?

Current Regular Members will be renamed Charterholder Members, in line with the updated CFA Institute membership framework.

What happens to current Regular (non-charterholder) members?

Current Regular Members (non charterholders) will be renamed Professional Members, in line with the updated CFA Institute membership framework.

What happens to current Candidate members?

The current Candidate Member category will be replaced by the new Associate Member category, in line with the updated CFA Institute membership framework.

What happens to current Affiliate members?

The current Affiliate Member category will be discontinued.
Existing Affiliate Members will transition to the new Professional Member category, in line with the updated CFA Institute membership framework.

Is attendance to the EGM Zoom session mandatory?

No. The formal vote takes place exclusively online via ElectionRunner before May 26. The May 28 session is an online information and Q&A meeting designed to provide members with additional transparency on the proposed changes.

Who should I contact for questions?

Please email [email protected] for any questions about the vote or the bylaws changes.