The CFA Society of Atlanta (originally, the Atlanta Society of Financial Analysts) was founded in 1960 and admitted to the predecessor of today's CFA Institute in 1961 as the 26^th Society in the world.  The CFA Institute is the organization that awards the Chartered Financial Analyst designation to members that successfully complete three rigorous examinations and meet work experience requirements.  The CFA Institute strives to lead the investment profession globally by setting the highest standards of ethics, education and professional excellence.  The CFA Society of Atlanta now ranks among the largest globally.  Current membership exceeds 1,300.  Many Society leaders have participated in national and international leadership positions including a member who served as President of the CFA Institute.

In recognition of the Society's long history of leadership both locally and internationally, the CFA Society of Atlanta is planning a 50^th Anniversary Gala celebration to benefit the Atlanta Community Food Bank - an important community-wide cause.  The Gala will be held at the High Museum of Art on June 15, 2011.

In addition to serving as the Society's Annual Meeting, the Gala will serve as a forum to highlight the legacy of leadership of our organization and the contributions of the CFA Society of Atlanta and its members to the local investment community.  In doing so, we will also feature members who have made significant contributions to the investment profession.

Thanks to all who are contributing to the success of this event and our local Society.  Click here to make your indivdual contribution.