LPL Communities

The LPL Communities team has a full lineup of events planned for you at Focus. Log into Schedule Builder and enter the session titles below to reserve your seat at these highly anticipated events.

Focus on Women: Rise & Thrive

Sunday, August 11
8:15 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Room 20AB

Topic Code: PRE-028

Join LPL women advisors, program managers, and admin/support staff for a half-day filled with discussions and panels all in celebration of what makes you uniquely YOU. Focus on Women celebrates the incredible strengths and opportunities within our women population, and this year’s content will inspire each attendee to unlock their own unique superpower. This year’s event features keynote speaker Mariana Atencio, an award-winning journalist and viral TEDx speaker who will help us harness the power of being real by embracing the qualities that make each of us unique.

Focus on Women Lunch

Sunday, August 11
12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Center Terrace

Topic Code: PRE-028B

Continue building relationships once the session ends by gathering on the Center Terrace. Grab lunch and network with your peers and LPL Home Office.

Office Professionals & Admin Support Welcome Reception

Sunday, August 11
3:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Room 6B

Topic Code: PRE-032

Kick off Focus 2024 at the 2nd Annual Office Professionals and Administrative Teams Welcome Reception! Designed specifically for admins and office support staff attending Focus - don't miss this valuable occasion to unwind and engage with your community of office professionals in a welcoming and professional atmosphere. Discover how others are tackling the conference, exchange ideas, and gain valuable insights that will enhance your own conference experience. Meet, mingle, and make lasting connections!

Hosted in partnership with LPL Learning & Development.

New-to-Industry & NextGen Reception

Sunday, August 11
3:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Room 4

Topic Code: PRE-031

Kick off Focus 2024 with a special reception, exclusively for New-to-Industry and NextGen advisors. Whether you're just starting out or will be taking over your family practice or buying an existing business in the future, you'll be able to connect with peers who share your journey. Join us to expand your network, build new relationships to support you today and in the future, and hopefully, find a friend to navigate the Focus conference with. Enjoy beverages and appetizers while you mix and mingle. We look forward to welcoming you!

Hosted in partnership with the LPL Advisor Institute.

Advisor Inclusion Council Reception

Sunday, August 11
4:00 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Center Terrace

Topic Code: PRE-029

Current Advisor Inclusion Council members and alumni are invited to join the Advisor Diversity & Inclusion Team and LPL Home Office to celebrate achievements and impact in our diverse advisor communities. Please note, this will fall immediately before the Focus on Inclusion Reception.

Focus on Inclusion Reception

Sunday, August 11
4:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Center Terrace

Topic Code: PRE-030

This reception brings together advisors, office staff, and LPL leaders to build new relationships, deepen existing connections, and celebrate our commitment to making LPL Financial the firm of choice for advisors from historically underrepresented communities. Enjoy beverages and appetizers while learning more about the work being done in our Diverse Advisor Communities, and engage in a volunteer project from the LPL Foundation.

Kingdom Advisors Prayer Breakfast

Monday, August 12
7:00 a.m. – 7:45 a.m.
Room 6F

This breakfast offers fellowship, training, and resources to any LPL advisor who desires to deliver professional financial advice that aligns with the values and priorities of their Christian clients.