About this event
The Financial Services Commission of Belize (FSC) is hosting a free webinar Smart Investing: A Guide to Navigating the Securities Landscape on Friday, October 11, 2024, at 10:00 am Belize time (CST/ GMT-6).
Through expert presentation and discussion, the webinar aims to provide the following:
- Best practices for investing,
- Insights on Municipal Securities, and
- Securities that are regulated under the Securities Industry Act.
Background:
The Financial Services Commission (FSC) was further entrusted with the mandate of the administration of the Securities Industry Act. The FSC’s responsibilities include, but is not limited, to the following:
- Registration and regulation of securities entities in/from Belize;
- Supervision and regulation of timely and relevant disclosure of information by securities entities in or from within Belize;
- Ongoing review, examination, and inspection of securities entities in or from within Belize.
Hosted by
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Guest speaker
Trecia McFoy Senior Securities Licensing & Authorisations Officer @ Financial Services CommissionG
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Team member
Financial Services Commission, Belize Financial Services CommissionT
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Guest speaker
Shawn Gordon Securities Policy Analyst @ Financial Services CommissionG
Mr. Shawn Gordon is an energetic finance professional with over four years of experience in the financial arena. Holding a master’s degree in economics and finance from Murray State University and a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) Level II candidate, he has consistently demonstrated a knack for strategic financial planning, risk management, and investment analysis throughout his career. Currently employed by the Financial Services Commission of Belize (FSC), Mr. Gordon is tasked with the critical role of helping to create a robust regulatory environment for the Belizean capital market through securities legislation. His expertise in both the private and public sectors, coupled with a keen eye for emerging opportunities, has earned him a reputation as a focal contact for securities business within the FSC.
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Guest speaker
Jaheem Franzua Securities Licensing & Authorisations Officer @ Financial Services CommissionG
Mr. Jaheem Franzua has been the Securities Licensing & Authorisations Officer at the FSC since March 2024. In this role, he is responsible for the processing of applications and services pursuant to the Securities Industry Act and Securities Industry Regulations. Additionally, he is responsible for the continuous monitoring of portfolio of registrants to ensure compliance with the relevant laws, regulations and standard conditions issued by the Commission and other regulatory bodies.
Financial Services Commission, Belize
The Financial Services Commission of Belize regulates and supervises non-bank financial services, including capital markets. Its mission: To protect investors; ensure fair, efficient, and transparent markets; reduce systemic risks and support the development of Belize's Financial Services industry.
