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FAMILY OFFICE 2008 KEYNOTE SPEAKERS
A Private Tour of Richistan -- A Q & A With The Wall Street Journal's Robert Frank
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Robert Frank, Senior Special Writer, THE WALL STREET JOURNAL Perception doesn’t always equate to reality, but in an information-rich and celebrity-obsessed culture, the actions, statements and lifestyle choices of the wealthy often create myths and rumors that are difficult to dispel. In this opening keynote and Q&A session, Robert Frank, Wall Street Journal columnist and author of “Richistan: A Journey Through the American Wealth Boom and the Lives of the New Rich,” will discuss how wealth and wealthy individuals are perceived and viewed by the media and public at large, and how their words and actions often create an inaccurate picture of the nature of wealth and the wealthy. Attendees will then have the opportunity to ‘turn the tables’ on one of the media by participating in an open Q&A with the writer.
Mating Activism and Philanthropy to Change Lives
Bill Milliken, Founder &Vice Chairman, COMMUNITIES IN SCHOOLS INC. Mr. Milliken, one of the nation's foremost pioneers in the movement to give young people the help they need to graduate from high school and go on to rewarding careers, founded Communities In Schools, the nation's leading community-based organization helping kids stay in school and prepare for life. CIS currently provides access to services for 2 million students and their families each year in nearly 3,000 schools in 28 states. Mr. Milliken will discuss how individuals can use philanthropy and activism to make a significant difference in the lives of others, while creating a positive, lasting legacy for themselves and their families.
Plus, if you register by March 21, 2008, you’ll receive a complimentary copy of Mr. Milliken’s latest book, The Last Dropout: Stop the Epidemic!, which can be signed by Bill Milliken at the Family Office Forum.
Closing Keynote: Evaluating Investment Strategies For Making Next-Generation Investments On Behalf Of The Family
M. Laird Koldyke, Chairman, LAIRD NORTON CO. In 2006, Laird Norton sold its largest operating division (Lanoga Corporation), which created new liquidity for the family. Through its board of directors, the family evaluated numerous investment strategies for making “next-generation” investments on behalf of both the company and the family. In this session, Laird Koldyke will discuss the process used by Laird Norton set up their family office, evaluate their options, and devised their strategy focusing on making direct private equity investments.