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The event brought some of the top experts in the financial industry together in one place. We consider Ascend to be a great success and would like to thank everyone who made it possible. The presentations at Ascend covered a wide array of industry-relevant topics. The main stage saw insights and expert analysis of the most relevant topics facing financial professionals in today’s industry. ## Main Stage Sessions Include: - Amy McIlwain, author and Accenture’s Managing Director, Financial Services, illuminated the digital marketing landscape and showed us how to meet our clients and prospects where they are - Chris Conroy and Chuck DiVencenzo discussed the annuity landscape for 2024 as well as the latest version of the DOL Fiduciary Rule, complete with resources to ensure you stay compliant - Senior Director of Index Research and Development Mark Marex provided a behind-the-scenes view of Nasdaq’s economic research and what it means for short- and long-term index performance - Jeff Bush of The Washington Update provided a nonpartisan perspective on how elections, taxes, and legislative changes could affect you and your clients this year Ascend also saw the rollout of two brand new marketing programs designed to elevate your business to new levels. - FederalBridge – comprehensive training for financial professionals looking to tap into the Federal market - AnnuityRank – the latest topic option for your Safe Money Events seminars Keep an eye out in the coming weeks for more information on these. ## **Did You Skip Ascend? Here’s What You Missed** Our 2024 virtual kick-off event brought together so many wonderful and brilliant industry leaders under one umbrella. The aforementioned main stage sessions are only the tip of the iceberg. The On-Demand video library also features informative interviews with some of the nation’s top producers. You’ll also get presentations from members of the IAMS team covering a laundry list of topics. By registering for Ascend, you can also visit our Sponsor Gallery, where you can get information and materials from some of the country’s top carriers. 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