A Conversation with FINRA CEO Robert Cook and Small Firm Advisory Committee Chair Preston Haxo
FINRA UnscriptedShow Notes
In early October, FINRA CEO Robert Cook joined Small Firm Advisory Committee (SFAC) Chair Preston Haxo for a conversation at FINRA’s Small Firm Conference. The two spoke about FINRA Forward, the vital role of the SFAC, the practical ways firms can engage with FINRA, and more. On this episode of FINRA Unscripted, we tune in to that conversation.
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