The Financial Women's Association Of San Francisco - Silicon Valley Group
presents

An Industry Leadership Series Event:

"Peeling Back The Credit Crunch Onion: What Lies Ahead?"

Register now for our panel on Tuesday, November 13th in Silicon Valley discussing the origins of the current credit crunch, what impact it actually has had on California consumers, and what some of the unexpected implications might be for 2008.

Dr. Stephen Levy, Director, Center for Continuing Study of The California Economy, Susan McHan, CEO & President, Opes Advisors, Inc., and Sharon Simonson, senior real estate reporter for the Silicon Valley/San Jose Business Journal, will share their insights and debate the impact of the credit crunch on California businesses, housing, and overall consumer behavior.

Much has been written about the drastic shifts in credit availability and the overall influence on the US economy. California consumers have been hit particularly hard given the high cost of real estate and our growing population. Bringing the discussion down to a "real world" focus, the discussion will address questions such as:

• What does the continued credit crunch mean for Silicon Valley vs. the rest of California?
• What can the housing market expect in 2008?
• What are the macroeconomic trends that led to our current situation and how should they influence your near- and long-term business decisions?
• What are the real impacts and implications that every financial professional should focus on as they plan for 2008?

Our expert panelists will shed light on all of these questions and throw some provocative new scenarios into the mix. It should make for a very thought-provoking evening!

About the Speakers:

Dr. Stephen Levy is Director and Senior Economist of the Center for Continuing Study of the California Economy (CCSCE). CCSCE is a private research organization founded in 1969 to provide an independent assessment of economic and demographic trends in California. CCSCE works with public institutions and private companies seeking analyses of California’s growth processes, as well as long-term economic and demographic projections. Dr. Levy is a sought-after speaker and a regular commentator on National Public Radio.

Susan McHan, CEO / President and co-founder of Opes Advisors, Inc., leads this independent advisory firm that specializes in integrating investment services with strategic planning and residential mortgage expertise. Prior to Opes Advisors, she co-founded and served as President for Elliot Ames, Inc., a high-end mortgage bank and investment services company in the Bay Area. Susan is a member of The Women of Silicon Valley Donor Circle and the National Association of Women Business Leaders.

Sharon Simonson has been the real estate reporter for the Silicon Valley/San Jose Business Journal since 2001, covering residential and commercial markets from Palo Alto to San Jose. During her tenure, Ms. Simonson has won recognition from the National Association of Real Estate Editors, the American Society of Business Publication Editors, and the Peninsula Press Club. The award-winning Business Journal has covered the world of commerce in Silicon Valley for more than 20 years.

REGISTRATION

There are 5 ways to pre-register:

1. Register online. Online registration is now closed.

2. Print and mail the following form to FWA, P.O. Box 26143, San Francisco, CA 94126
  
3. Print and fax the following form to 415-586-6606
  
4. Send an email to
 
5. Call Rhoda Singer at (415) 586-8599

Refund Policy:  We are unable issue refunds unless the refund request is received 72 hours prior to the event.

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