Upcoming Events


  • Friday
    8
    May

    Breakfast with the Comptroller

    May 8, 08:45 AM - 10:00 AM (ET)
    CFA Society Hartford invites you to join the  Connecticut Comptroller, Sean Scanlon , for a breakfast discussion on the state’s FY 2026 fiscal outlook. The program will cover the current budget environment, revenue trends, reserve levels, pension funding progress, and debt obligations. Designed for investment professionals and municipal market participants, this briefing will connect Connecticut’s published financial results to broader credit conditions and long-term fiscal stability. The session will include moderated discussion and audience Q&A. Why Attend - Direct insight from a key decision-maker - Better understanding of state financial health - Relevance to investment decisions - Timely macro + local connection - Opportunity to ask questions during live Q&A - Networking with relevant peers REGISTER NOW Who Should Attend - Portfolio managers - Credit analysts - Municipal bond investors & traders - Public finance professionals - RIAs with bond allocations - Institutional consultants - Wealth advisors with CT clients or muni exposure - Bank treasury / risk professionals - Insurance investment teams - Anyone tracking state-level fiscal risk - Emerging professionals / students - CFA candidates - Finance students
    Hartford, CT, United States

  • Wednesday
    20
    May

    Education Luncheon | CAT (Catastrophe) Bonds Strategies to Reduce Risk Through the Use of Non-Correl

    May 20, 12:00 PM - 01:30 PM (ET)
    CAT (Catastrophe) Bonds Strategies to Reduce Risk Through the Use of Non-Correlating Fixed Income Speaker : Joseph Morgart, Vice President & Client Portfolio Manager, Pioneer Investments (Victory Capital) Join us for an in-depth education luncheon exploring Catastrophe (CAT) Bonds, a unique segment of the fixed income universe designed to provide diversification and risk mitigation in modern portfolios. Why Attend As markets navigate persistent volatility and evolving risk dynamics, investors are increasingly seeking strategies that offer stability without sacrificing return potential. CAT Bonds — a form of insurance-linked securities — stand out for their lack of correlation to both equity and traditional bond markets, making them a compelling diversifier in today’s environment. Key Discussion Points Understanding CAT Bonds - How insurance-linked securities work and why their performance is driven by natural catastrophe risk rather than financial markets. Non-Correlated Return Potential - Why CAT Bonds can help reduce overall portfolio risk while enhancing diversification. Current Market Opportunity  - Elevated insurance pricing and increased demand for reinsurance are creating an attractive backdrop for CAT Bond strategies today. Portfolio Applications - How wealth managers can thoughtfully incorporate CAT Bonds into diversified client portfolios . About the Speaker Joseph Morgart is a Vice President and Client Portfolio Manager at Pioneer Investments, a Victory Capital investment franchise. He specializes in alternative investment strategies and works closely with advisors to deliver portfolio solutions designed to navigate complex market environments. SCHEDULE : 12:00 – 1:30 PM COST | Includes Lunch (Salad, Entrée, and Dessert) Members & a Guest - Current CFA Society Hartford members and their guest attend for $20.00. Finance students and those enrolled for CFA exams attend for $20. Non-Members  $40.00 1.5 CE Credit awarded for CFA Society Hartford members. REGISTER NOW GUEST SPEAKER SPEAKER BIO Joseph Morgart is a Vice President and Client Portfolio Manager at Pioneer Investments, a Victory Capital investment franchise. He focuses primarily on alternative investment strategies. Prior to joining Pioneer Investments, Joseph was a Senior Vice President at Fidelity Investments, where he focused on the firm’s alternatives capabilities. He led the firm’s efforts to build and develop its alternatives infrastructure, including product development, product management and operational support. He was responsible for communicating portfolio strategy, positioning and performance to investors and consultants for the firms alternative investment strategies, and was a firm spokesperson at industry conferences. Prior to Fidelity, Joseph was Co-Founder and Managing Partner of Boldwater Capital Management, an alternative investment firm focusing on high yield credit and arbitrage strategies for institutional investors. Prior to Boldwater he was a Vice President at Deutsche Banc Alex. Brown where he implemented an alternative investment focused business platform for institutional clients. Joseph is Chair of the Finance and Investment Committee and the Treasurer of The Landmark School. Mr. Morgart serves as the Chair of the Board for the Jewish Big Brother Sister Endowment. He also serves as a member of the Investment Committee of Combined Jewish Philanthropies. He is a guest lecturer at The Sloan School of Management at MIT. He has a B.A. from Johnson State College in Johnson, Vermont, and an M.B.A. in Finance from Northeastern University. SPONSORED BY
    Hartford, CT, United States

  • Thursday
    21
    May

    Evening Mixer – Bad Investment Advice Trivia Night

    May 21, 05:30 PM - 08:00 PM (ET)
    Join CFA Society Hartford for an interactive Evening Mixer – Bad Investment Advice Trivia Night, where members will test their instincts (and ethics) on market history, behavioral biases, and ethical dilemmas. Using live polling and a real-time interactive leaderboard, participants will compete in a fast-paced trivia experience designed to challenge even seasoned investment professionals.  Along the way, we’ll revisit famous market mistakes, explore common behavioral traps, and identify the red flags behind some of the worst investment advice in financial history. Enjoy a relaxed evening of networking, friendly competition, and conversation with fellow financial professionals.  1st prize is a $100 Gift Card  Cost to Attend CFA Society Members attend for FREE. Add a guest for $10.00 Students & CFA Candidates $10.00 Non-Members may attend for $30 per person
    Hartford, CT, United States

Cancellation Policy

In some cases, cancellations may be accepted up to 48 business hours prior to the function without charge. Should the event be cancelled due to inclement weather or unscheduled closing at venue, the registration fee will be applied to a rescheduled event within a six month period.  

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