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Diversity & Inclusion Are the Future of the Financial Planning Profession
An increasingly diverse American public requires the financial planning profession to respond to changing times and consumer needs. As the financial planning workforce begins to reflect the shifting demographics of our nation, CFP® professionals will have more opportunities to work with and benefit communities of growing wealth. Ultimately, a more diverse workforce will benefit the profession, advisors and the clients they serve. 
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Register for the Virtual Career Fair on November 20!
Don't miss out on opportunities, conversations and connections—register today for the Diversity Career Fair on November 20, from noon-3pm ET. As the culminating event for CFP Board's third annual Diversity Summit, our totally online Career Fair will directly connect job seekers of all experience levels with top employers in the financial services industry seeking diverse talent. RSVP today! 
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Is CFP® Certification Right for You?
When you think about CFP® certification and financial planning, what's the first thing that comes to mind? Do you picture days full of spreadsheets and software? Hours of meetings explaining investment strategies? How about a career of fulfilling relationships that allows you to make a real difference in the finances—and the lives of—your clients? CFP® certification helps you connect financial knowledge with client needs, allowing you to help people in your community while you build your career! 
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The Reward of CFP® Certification: Matt Aaron
Still wondering why you should pursue CFP® certification? For Matt Aaron, CFP®, the answer was clear. "I chose to pursue the CFP® certification because I believe it is the highest competency and ethical standard in the profession and a mark of a true financial planner," Matt says. "It represents my dedication to my craft in the same way my physician and attorney clients have their M.D. and J.D, respectively." Matt chose to invest in himself and his business by earning CFP® certification, and his hard work is already bringing rewards! 
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Don't Miss the Virtual Diversity Summit!

Register today for the Virtual Diversity Summit on November 18-20, 2020, to be part of important conversations about diversity in financial services.
10.20.20
November CFP® Exam Final Registration Deadline
10.3.20–10.10.20
November CFP® Exam Window
11.12.20
March 2021 CFP® Exam Registration Opens
11.18.20–11.20.20
Virtual Diversity Summit
11.20.20
Diversity Career Fair
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