The National Investment Banking Association (NIBA) announced it will host its 152nd Investment Conference on March 11-12, 2026, at The Westin Fort Lauderdale Beach Resort. The event will bring together registered investment advisors, private equity groups, family offices, investment bankers, broker-dealers, venture capital firms, fund managers, investors, and industry service providers.
The conference format features concise 10-minute presentations from participating companies, followed by one-on-one meetings designed to facilitate deeper engagement, evaluate strategic alignment, and foster long-term partnerships. As a nonprofit investment association now in its fifth decade, NIBA positions the event as a flagship forum for productivity, collaboration, and capital formation, leveraging its extensive network of investment professionals and industry services to support companies navigating diverse market environments.
Since 1982, NIBA has been a not-for-profit association for the micro-cap and small-cap investment community and has hosted 151 investment conferences featuring public and private micro-cap and small-cap companies seeking access to the financial industry. The association's network has a 40-year track record of successfully completing thousands of transactions totaling over $100 billion in new capital for emerging growth companies.
NIBA's historical data shows the organization is responsible for 90% of all IPOs under $20 million and represents over 60 key industries. This conference represents a critical opportunity for business leaders and investors focused on the micro-cap and small-cap sectors, which often face challenges accessing traditional capital markets.
The implications for business leaders and technology executives are significant, particularly for companies seeking growth capital in competitive market environments. The conference structure emphasizes efficiency and targeted networking, which could accelerate funding timelines for participating companies. For investors, the event provides concentrated access to emerging growth opportunities across multiple industries.
For more information about NIBA, visit https://nibanet.org/. The full press release can be viewed at https://ibn.fm/9JYom.
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