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| OVERVIEW OF IIC / RESOURCE INVESTOR CONFERENCES |
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Since 1987, International Investment Conferences (IIC) has organized more than 100 resource investor focused conferences. These programs have directly or indirectly generated billions of dollars of transactions for mining projects worldwide from both individual and institutional investors.
IIC's Resource Investor focused public and professional programs attract more than 20,000 delegates annually in New York, San Francisco, Las Vegas and Cape Town.
These programs lower the cost of capital for mining projects around the world by attracting funds to publicly traded natural resource corporations. IIC / Resource Investor Conferences have educated more than 90,000 investors over the last decade.
IIC also owns ResourceInvestor.com a free service to investors, financial professionals, and other stakeholders who participate in the mining, drilling and piping sectors. It provides unique independent news, analysis, commentary and analytics on the sectors with the goal of empowering readers with information from which they can gain advantage or profit. Some 200,000 readers gather on the site each month from 198 countries representing every continent.
IIC is a subsidiary of Summit Business Media, L.L.C.. Summit Business Media, LLC represents the business-to-business publishing interests of Wind Point Partners, a private equity investment firm located in Chicago, Illinois. Since its formation in 1984, Wind Point has invested in more than 80 companies and has over $2 billion of capital under management. Pfingsten Publishing, L.L.C. originally acquired IIC on 31 Jan 2005.
Former Chairman-CEO of Primedia Bill Reilly will be the new Chairman-CEO of Summit Business Media.
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| BENEFITS OF IIC EVENTS |
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Companies that participate in IIC investment programs are afforded the best opportunity to establish relationships with a well qualified shareholder base among U.S., Canadian and international investors. Over 40% of the world’s investable funds are located in the United States, making the U.S. an essential market for publicly traded companies. One half of the world's individual investors also reside in the United States.
Delegates who participate in IIC conferences develop essential knowledge, and experience first-hand the rewards and risks of investing in more than 130 mineral-rich countries around the world. They personally meet the policymakers of these nations, and hear case studies of successful and unsuccessful ventures. IIC conferences provide companies with an ideal platform on which to build shareholder base, and with exposure to the most influential professionals specializing in natural resources worldwide.
There will always be great opportunities for investment in the natural resource sector. Savvy investors have acquired and increased their wealth by accessing the most current and credible information available to maintain an edge on their competitors. International Investment Conferences supports the natural resource industry by providing education and creating wealth for its participants.
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| THE ENGINE ROOM |
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TIM WOOD
Vice President
Tim was founding editor of a number of publications prior to taking the reins at IIC. He is originally from South Africa, and emigrated to the U.S. with his family after winning the U.S. Green Card Lottery.
He gained a working knowledge of the mining industry after a stint at the Chamber of Mines of South Africa. Tim became experienced in commercial Internet applications as a New Media Editor and founding director of a public dot.com media enterprise. Complementing his early focus on mining finance and investment writing, Tim also has several investigative reports to his credit.
Tim has a graduate degree from Wits University, Johannesburg. He read for the degrees after completing compulsory military service.
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FRED NOCE
Events Director
Fred Noce is the Director of Events and Education for Pfingsten Publishing's Financial Services Group. In this role, he provides direction for managing live events, conferences and seminars for the Financial Services Group - including concept development, planning, execution, and sponsorship & audience development.
Fred joined Pfingsten Publishing, LLC in 2000. He has 12 years experience in the publishing industry and has held key positions including Associate Publisher with Mortgage Originator Magazine. He graduated from California State University San Diego with a degree in Public Administration with emphasis in City Planning and Public Finance.
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ALFONSO JUGO
Sales Director
MBA, University of Miami, Florida in International Finance and Marketing. 20 year career in telecommunications. Held positions in Business Relations, Sales & Marketing, Internal Audits, Engineering, Customer Service, Quality Assurance and Product Development. Served as consultant for international long distance, cellular and wireless Internet companies.
Joined IIC sales team in 2002 with responsibility for expanding junior company sponsorship base.
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SUSAN DUBEL
Production Director
Susan has been employed by IIC fifteen years. During that time, she has done graphics, production, sales and registration, and continues to work in all aspects of the company. Susan has an extensive knowledge of IIC history, events, marketing, clients, the registration process. |
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Marketing Director
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MARLENE WEEKS
Producer
Marlene brings to IIC more than 12 years of financial services experience. As production editor for American Agent & Broker (a Summit Business Media publication) from 1998 through 2006, she oversaw magazine production and wrote articles on niche marketing, legislative and regulatory issues, industry trends and technology. In the banking sector, she served as liaison to financial institution directors and coordinated events for board members and clients. She has a Bachelor of Arts degree in English with a minor in professional writing. |
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LIZA OROPESA
Accounts Administrator
Liza has been with International Investment Conferences a total of over 8 Years. Her current position is Accounts Administrator. During this time, Liza has also worked in our in house Travel Department. With her combined knowledge in Registration and Travel it has given her the opportunity to know our clientele who we value. |
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NATHAN HIRSCH
Accounts Administrator
Nathan has been with the parent company since 2003 and comes to International Investment Conferences after spending the past 3 years with Mortgage Originator Magazine. Nathan has a BS in Communication with an emphasis in English from Saint Louis University. |
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LORRIE KURTZ
Registration & Reservation Administrator
Lorrie was formerly a teacher specializing in early childhood special education. She joined IIC in 2006 to serve the registration and reservation administration needs.
She has an M.A.T. from Webster University, St. Louis, and a B.A. from Western Illinois University. |
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KRISTY NIEDBALSKI
Registration & Reservation Administrator
Kristy joined IIC in December 2006. She has a BA from Columbia University, Missouri. |
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JOHN MOORE
Senior Account Executive
John has been in the magazine and event sales and marketing for over 18 years. He brings a wealth of marketing knowledge to his clientele with a dedication to great service.
John has owned and operated small publishing companies, has run a product development division for a trade publishing company, and has consulted hundreds of clients regarding business to business communications.
He has a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from the University of Missouri and resides in St. Louis with is wife and two children.
John joined the IIC sales team in 2005.
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