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Networking

Networking time includes:

Registration opens on Sunday at 1:00 pm in the Regency Foyer. The information below provides schedule and dress code details for the many networking sessions scheduled.

Do you have special dietary needs? Contact Rebecca Lake

Saturday

9:00 am - 4:00 pm: Wine Tour at Viansa Winery & Vineyards, Sonoma Valley, CA

Idyllically situated on a hilltop at the entrance to the legendary Sonoma Valley, Viansa Winery & Marketplace naturally embodies the proud history of local winemaking. With its distinctive Italian atmosphere and charming Old World architecture, Viansa Winery & Marketplace is a tribute to the early Italian immigrants who brought their winemaking traditions to Sonoma Valley. Surrounded by vineyards, flower gardens and olive groves, and modeled after the charming, centuries-old villas that dot the Tuscan landscape, the main winery building appears to have been magically transported from the Italian countryside. Painstakingly crafted from authentic materials and boasting signature details like hand-painted interior frescoes depicting peasant life in the Tuscan countryside, Viansa’s Villa has the power to whisk visitors away to romantic Italy – if only for an hour or two. Meticulously landscaped grounds planted with imported Italian cypresses and stone pines, lovely terraces overlooking Sonoma Valley and classic imported Italian statuary beautifully complete the picture.

Sunday

9:00 am - 2:00 pm: San Francisco City Tour

Join us and explore this most culturally diverse and beautiful of cities. Your guided journey will highlight famous landmarks and familiarize you with the unique sociology of San Francisco.

This is an efficient and relaxed way to meet fellow conference attendees and industry peers in one session. These brief meetings are the starting point for conversation and networking throughout the conference. Make the most of your conference investment and plan to attend this unique session.

Narrative includes: Victorian houses, Civic Center, Union Square, Nob Hill, Cable Cars, Chinatown, North Beach, Coit Tower, Fisherman's Wharf, Marina District, Palace of Fine Arts, The Presidio, Golden Gate Park, Twin Peaks, Golden Gate Bridge and more.

Sights include: Vista Point at the Golden Gate Bridge, the panoramic view of the city from atop Twin Peaks and other photo opportunities recommended by your guide. From past to present and hills to shiny sea, your experience will be most memorable.

9:00 am - 4:00 pm: Market Data Cup Golf Tournament at Presidio Golf Course

TBA: Speed Networking Session

Welcome Reception Sponsored by Bloomberg

Monday

Lifetime Achievement Award Dinner Sponsored by BT & SIX EXFEED

FISD has established a Lifetime Achievement Award in order to recognize the people who have contributed to the major developments and accomplishments of the financial information industry over the past 25 years.

Tuesday

Off-site Dinner Sponsored by Deutsche BorseWednesdayFarewell Boat Cruise Sponsored by Thomson ReutersEnjoy phenomenal views of the San Francisco attractions and coastline while enjoying refreshments and post conference banter.

Off-site Dinner Sponsored by Deutsche Borse

Wednesday

Farewell Boat Cruise Sponsored by Thomson Reuters

Enjoy phenomenal views of the San Francisco attractions and coastline while enjoying refreshments and post conference banter.

Saturday, October 8

9:00 am - 4:00 pm: Viansa Winery & Vineyards, Sonoma Valley, CA * Optional Event/Additional Fee of $125
Enjoy a full-day of networking with colleagues while participating in wine-tasting and team-building. Idyllically situated on a hilltop at the entrance to the legendary Sonoma Valley, Viansa Winery & Marketplace naturally embodies the proud history of local winemaking.

6:00 pm - 9:00 pm: Pre-Conference Reception Sponsored by Xignite
Get a jump start on conference networking during this pre-conference reception being held at the San Francisco Press Club, 20 Yerba Buena Lane. Just a short walk from The Palace Hotel. FISD staff to delegates over beginning at 5:45 pm more information on the Pre-Conference Reception

Sunday, October 9

8:45 am - 2:00 pm: San Francisco City Tour * Optional Event/Additional Fee of $50
Join fellow conference attendees and explore this most culturally diverse and beautiful of cities. Your guided journey will highlight famous landmarks and familiarize you with the unique sociology of San Francisco. Box lunch included!

Narrative includes: Victorian houses, Civic Center, Union Square, Nob Hill, Cable Cars, Chinatown, North Beach, Coit Tower, Fisherman's Wharf, Marina District, Palace of Fine Arts, The Presidio, Golden Gate Park, Twin Peaks, Golden Gate Bridge
Sights include: Vista Point at the Golden Gate Bridge, the panoramic view of the city from atop Twin Peaks and other photo opportunities

7:30 am - 4:00 pm: Market Data Cup Golf Tournament at Presidio Golf Course * Optional Event
Golf Tournament at the historic Presidio – Who will win the Market Data Cup this year? Join your customers, colleagues and competitors for the 3^rd Market Data Cup Tournament. Bus departs from The Palace at 7:30 am, breakfast provided at 8:00 am, tee-off at 9:00 am. Trophy presentation at the 19th hole at 2:30. Participants return to the hotel by 4:00 pm

4:30 pm - 6:00 pm: Speed Networking Session
This is an efficient and relaxed way to meet fellow conference attendees and industry peers in one session. These brief meetings are the starting point for conversation and networking throughout the conference. Make the most of your conference investment and plan to attend this unique session. Dont forget your business cards!

6:00 pm - 8:00 pm: Welcome Reception Sponsored by Bloomberg
Meet and confer with colleagues and exhibitors in the magnificent Gold Ballroom at the Palace Hotel. The welcome reception also provides an excellent opportunity to follow up with new contacts from the Speed Networking session.

Monday, October 10

3:15- 4:45 pm: Roundtable Discussions: Engage your industry colleagues in a discussion on industry hot topics at the Roundtable sessions. See schedule page for topics

7:00 pm - 11:00 pm: Lifetime Achievement Award Dinner Sponsored by BT & SIX EXFEED
FISD has established a Lifetime Achievement Award in order to recognize the people who have contributed to the major developments and accomplishments of the financial information industry over the past 25 years. The Awards Banquet will be held in the acclaimed Garden Court - San Francisco's only indoor historic landmark. This semi formal event will include a reception and gourmet dinner and we will honor the 2011 Market Data Lifetime Achievement Award winner. Suggested dress code is semi-formal.

Tuesday, October 11

4:00 - 5:00 pm Financial Information Game Show: We will turn our attention to staff training and development through a financial information game show: “Who Wants to be Certified? This interactive session will test industry knowledge of the contestants and the audience and will provide a unique and competitive networking session.

6:00 pm - 11:00 pm: Off-site Dinner Event Sponsored by Deutsche Boerse Group
You are invited to a Roaring Twenties Party at City Hall, San Francisco's stunning Beaux Arts masterpiece crafted of granite and marble, originally opened in 1915. Known as the "Crown Jewel" of classical architecture in America, the City Hall will create the perfect frame for an unforgettable evening. Suggested dress code is semi formal.

Wednesday, October 12

12:30 pm - 4:30 pm: Farewell Boat Cruise & Reception, Sponsored by Thomson Reuters
Enjoy phenomenal views of the San Francisco attractions and coastline while enjoying refreshments and post conference banter. Boat departs from Pier 3, San Francisco Marina – Yacht: San Francisco Spirit. Casual attire recommended. Bus returns to the hotel at 4:30 pm