2015 Credit and Bankruptcy Symposium

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2015 Credit and Bankruptcy Symposium

May 7-8, 2015 Mohegan Sun Uncasville, CT

ABI, the Turnaround Management Association’s Connecticut Chapter and the New York Institute of Credit are pleased to present the 9th Annual Credit & Bankruptcy Symposium at the Mohegan Sun in Uncasville, Conn., May 7-8, 2015! Earn up to 3.5/4 hours of CLE/CPE/CTP (Certified Turnaround Professional) credit at this year’s program, which features a view from the bench on the Final Report of the ABI Commission to Study the Reform of Chapter 11, a discussion on how financial opportunities can be seen differently by different lenders, and a multi-disciplinary look at middle-market corporate renewal and restructuring. You will also have the opportunity to enjoy networking with your colleagues over a game of golf or an afternoon at the spa.

We look forward to seeing you this May!

Event Co-sponsored by:

 

  • American Bankruptcy Institute
  • New York Institute of Credit
  • Turnaround Management Association’s Connecticut Chapter

Sessions

Event Information 226962

Thursday, May 7

Golf 11:30 a.m.

It's time for your golf swing to shine at Lake of Isles Golf Course. Since opening in 2005, Lake of Isles has consistently been ranked as one of the top golf facilities in the country. The Rees Jones designed layout gives guests the ultimate golf experience. Guests will enjoy the challenging North Course which features rolling terrain, island greens and tees and extraordinary views from every hole. $225 per player includes cart rental, green fees and a boxed lunch. The shotgun tournament will kick off at 12:00 p.m.!

Spa 12:30-4:30 p.m.

Surrender to the calling of bliss and indulge in divine spa therapies influenced by 10 exotic cultures in the 22,000-square-foot luxurious Elemis Spa at Mohegan Sun. Scenic views soothe the mind and body as you indulge in the spa’s extensive therapy menu, complete with an array of deluxe treatments and services.

12:30-2:00 p.m.

Spa Check-In, Networking & Spa Lunch Poolside*

*Lunch will begin promptly at 12:30 p.m. to facilitate check-in and allow for ample locker room prep time prior to spa service. You will be asked to select your entrée choice.

Entree Choices:

Elemis Chicken Salad Wrap, Mohegan Tuna Salad Wrap, Asian Chicken Salad or Grilled Vegetable Wrap.

2:00-3:00 p.m.

Spa Treatment (Select Mani/Pedi, Facial or Massage)

3:00-4:30 p.m.

Specialty Cocktail Reception, Elegant Munchies & Networking

6:00 p.m.

Cocktail Reception

Sponsored by MB Business Capital

To be held on the 2nd floor at Margaritaville in Mohegan Sun.

Friday, May 8

7:30-8:30 a.m.

Breakfast

Sponsored by Bibby Financial Services

The breakfast and all panels will take place in the Cabaret (at Mohegan Sun)

8:30-8:45 a.m.

Welcome & Opening Remarks

Sponsored by BMC Group

8:45-10:00 a.m.

Sponsored by Arent Fox LLP

Views from the Bench

Judges will discuss the impact and various issues that courts have identified from the Final Report of the ABI Commission to Study the Reform of Chapter 11. The panel will focus on those aspects of the Final Report that may affect or influence bankruptcy jurisprudence and practice.

Andrew I. Silfen, Moderator

Arent Fox LLP; New York

Hon. Joan N. Feeney

U.S. Bankruptcy Court (D. Mass.); Boston

Hon. Michael B. Kaplan

U.S. Bankruptcy Court (D. N.J.); Trenton

Hon. Julie A. Manning

U.S. Bankruptcy Court (D. Conn.); New Haven

Hon. Elizabeth S. Stong

U.S. Bankruptcy Court (E.D.N.Y.); Brooklyn

10:00-10:15 a.m.

Break

Sponsored by Ares Management LLC

10:15-11:30 a.m.

Financial Alchemy: Turning Financial Lead into Gold

This panel will discuss the ways in which one lender hating a deal creates an opportunity for other lenders up and down the financial food chain.

David M. Weinstein, Moderator

Ares Management; Tarrytown, NY

Bill McAndrew

Citibank Middle Market Lending Group; New York

Robert Meyers

Bibby Financial Services; Chicago

Andrew H. Moser

Salus Capital Partners; Needham, Mass.

Greg Pignataro

People’s United Bank; Hartford, Conn.

11:30-11:45 a.m.

Break

Sponsored by RJ Reuter

11:45-1:00 p.m.

Working Luncheon - Lunch served at 11:45 a.m.

Sponsored by Arent Fox LLP

How to Ensure that You Are the Sharpest Tool in Your Client’s Toolbox: A Multi-Disciplinary Look at Middle-Market Corporate Renewal and Restructuring

Gain insights and strategies for corporate renewal and restructuring in the middle market from a multi-disciplinary panel of experts. The panel will cover issues from the perspectives of attorneys, turnaround advisors, lenders and judges, including an examination of portions of the Final Report of the ABI Commission to Study the Reform of Chapter 11.

Daniel C. Cohn

Murtha Cullina LLP; Boston

Thomas Donnelly

Webster Bank; Waterbury, Conn.

Hon. Allan L. Gropper

U.S. Bankruptcy Court (S.D.N.Y.); New York

Bert Weil

Getzler Henrich & Associates LLC; New York

1:00 p.m.

Closing Remarks/Adjourn

 

 

Program Co-Sponsored by The Association of Insolvency and Restructuring Advisors (AIRA)

Optional Events

Golf 11:30 a.m.

It's time for your golf swing to shine at Lake of Isles Golf Course. Since opening in 2005, Lake of Isles has consistently been ranked as one of the top golf facilities in the country. The Rees Jones designed layout gives guests the ultimate golf experience. Guests will enjoy the challenging North Course which features rolling terrain, island greens and tees and extraordinary views from every hole. $225 per player includes cart rental, green fees and a boxed lunch. The shotgun tournament will kick off at 12:00 p.m.!

 

Spa 12:30-4:30 p.m.

Surrender to the calling of bliss and indulge in divine spa therapies influenced by 10 exotic cultures in the 22,000-square-foot luxurious Elemis Spa at Mohegan Sun. Scenic views soothe the mind and body as you indulge in the spa’s extensive therapy menu, complete with an array of deluxe treatments and services.

12:30-2:00 p.m.

Spa Check-In, Networking & Spa Lunch Poolside*

*Lunch will begin promptly at 12:30 p.m. to facilitate check-in and allow for ample locker room prep time prior to spa service. You will be asked to select your entrée choice.

Entree Choices:

Elemis Chicken Salad Wrap, Mohegan Tuna Salad Wrap, Asian Chicken Salad or Grilled Vegetable Wrap.

2:00-3:00 p.m.

Spa Treatment (Select Mani/Pedi, Facial or Massage)

3:00-4:30 p.m.

Specialty Cocktail Reception, Elegant Munchies & Networking

 

 

Program Co-Sponsored by The Association of Insolvency and Restructuring Advisors (AIRA)

 

Conference Information

Hotel

The Mohegan Sun is one of the world’s most amazing destinations, containing some of New England’s finest dining, hotel accommodations, shopping and golf. The resort is within 45 minutes of Providence, Hartford and New Haven, and just over 90 minutes from Boston. New York is little more than 2 hours away. ABI has arranged a special conference rate of $189 single/double from May 6-7, 2015. Make your reservations by April 15, 2015, to reserve this special rate. You can make your reservation online at https://resweb.passkey.com/go/NYIC15, or by calling (866) 708-1340 and using group code NYIC15. ABI cannot guarantee anyone a room after the April 15 cut-off or after the specially rated ABI block has been filled.

Cancellation Policy

All fees, except a $75 handling fee, will be refunded if written notice of cancellation is received by April 16, 2015. No refunds will be granted after April 16, but substitutions will be allowed. After April 16, upon written request, a coupon for 20% off the registration fee (not including optional events) will be issued, which can be used (by the canceling registrant only) for any ABI educational program up to one year after this conference, or for this same conference next year.

Continuing Education Credit

3.5 hours of general CLE credit are pending in states calculating CLE on a 60-minute hour, and 4 hours of general CLE credit are pending in 50-minute-hour states. Credit hours granted are subject to approval from each state. California MCLE: ABI certifies that this activity has been approved for MCLE credit in the amount of 3.5 hours. NY MCLE: This transitional and non-transitional program has been approved in accordance with the requirements of the CLE Board for a maximum of 4 credit hours, which can be applied toward professional practice. 4 hours of CPE credit and 4 hours of CTP (Certified Turnaround Professional) credit are also available.

 

*ABI offers intermediate-level courses, which assume that attendees have some knowledge of insolvency matters (pursuant to the “Statement on Standards for CPE Programs” established by AICPA and NASBA). ABI is registered with the National Association of State Boards of Accountancy (NASBA) as a sponsor of continuing professional education on the National Registry of CPE sponsors. State boards of accountancy have the final authority on the acceptance of individual courses for CPE credit. Complaints regarding registered sponsors may be addressed to the National Registry of CPE Sponsors, 150 Fourth Ave. North, Suite 700, Nashville, TN 37219-2417, or www.nasba.org. For more information regarding administrative policies such as complaints and refunds, please contact the American Bankruptcy Institute at (703) 739-0800.

 

ABI acknowledges that in some instances there will be persons who need to attend an educational seminar for CLE credit who are not able to pay full registration fees. ABI will handle such instances on a case-by-case basis and will work with the individual on alternative solutions. For persons who cannot meet the full registration rate, ABI will offer a reduced rate based on what the individual can reasonably afford to cover the cost of meals and materials. For persons unable to pay a reduced rate, we may allow the individual to work at our registration area for a few hours during attendee check-in, or assist in conference set-up. ABI also has reduced rates for government employees, professors, law clerks and students. For information on tuition assistance, send an e-mail [email protected].

 

 

 

Program Co-Sponsored by The Association of Insolvency and Restructuring Advisors (AIRA)

Event Co-sponsors

American Bankruptcy InstituteNYIC Wall Street Journal

Sponsors

 

Saluscapital

Master Sponsor

Arentfox
Symposium Luncheon &
Judge Session Sponsor

Bibbyusa
Breakfast Sponsor

 

MB Business Capital
Cocktail Reception Sponsor

Perkins Coie
Golf Cart Sponsor

Aresmgmt
Break Sponsor

RJ Reuter
Break Sponsor

bmc group
Opening Remarks Sponsor

Sponsorship Opportunities

To get the information about Sponsorship Opportunities please click here (PDF file)

 

 

Program Co-Sponsored by The Association of Insolvency and Restructuring Advisors (AIRA)

Early Bird Rates Extended until April 15th!

Rates

  Early Early Bird!*
(2/2/15-2/20/15)
Early
(2/21/15-4/15/15)
Regular
(4/16/15-5/6/15)
On-Site
(5/7/15-5/8/15)

Member
$250
$275
$320
$365
Non-Member
$295
$320
$365
$410
Guest
$125
$125
$125
$125
Golf
$225
$225
$225
$225
Spa
$225
$225
$225
$225

**Special rates are available for a Golf foursome; please call 703-739-0800 for information & reservations.

 

 

Program Co-Sponsored by The Association of Insolvency and Restructuring Advisors (AIRA)