DALLAS - Leading experts in wealth management and top financial advisors from around the country will assemble at 1st Global's eighteenth annual National Conference, November 8 - 11, 2009, at the Omni Orlando Resort at ChampionsGate, in Orlando, Florida. This year's conference themed, "Success in All Seasons," looks beyond the difficulties advisors and investors faced this year and will demonstrate to attendees how they are positioned to be successful no matter what economic season we're in.

"1st Global's National Conference 2009 is focused on helping leading CPA, tax, legal and financial firms discover new ways to define and deliver their value to clients during all economic climates," said 1st Global CEO Tony Batman. "This year's conference features noted industry speakers and focused breakout sessions that will showcase best practices from wealth management advisors who have weathered the storms and fortified their businesses for future success. Our overall goal is to empower our affiliated firms to transform their businesses into leading wealth management practices and triumph during bull and bear markets."

Pulitzer prize-winning columnist George F. Will will present perceptive information on the Washington political scene and the issues and political realities of today. Duncan MacPherson will help advisors and their wealth management teams take the concrete steps needed to take advantage of our current market situation, solidify client relationships and attract quality referrals. And peak performance strategist and Olympian, Vince Poscente, will showcase how to apply his time-tested techniques to ignite vision, execute strategies and eclipse the competition. Attendees will also receive advanced education on 1st Global's Sustainable Income Solutions™, successful business succession strategies, as well as how to execute advanced wealth management solutions.

Networking events scheduled throughout the conference provide a perfect opportunity for advisors to meet one another, industry professionals and 1st Global staff. This year's conference boasts an opening night welcome dinner, networking event at Universal Studios Florida®, and an exciting awards ceremony to honor the achievements of 1st Global's leading wealth management firms.

Additional information about 1st Global's National Conference 2009 is available by contacting 1st Global at (877) 959-8400 or by visiting www.1stGlobal.com/Conference.