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What happened when two advisors traveled to D.C. to be heard

Neal Hokanson and Chris Cannon, separately but with the same mission, felt like they created 'aha' moments for presumed FINRA advocates

Author Brooke Southall June 21, 2012 at 4:15 AM
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On his D.C. sojourn, Neil Hokanson discovered firsthand how 'rumors are traded like bootleg whiskey on the black market.'

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Brian Hamburger

Brian Hamburger

June 21, 2012 — 8:35 PM

Neal and Chris,
Thank you for your time and efforts in advocating for this great space in the financial services industry. I know you both have a lot on your plates already. Only through efforts such as yours can we expect to defeat well-funded interest groups.
With appreciation,
Brian Hamburger, Managing Director
MarketCounsel

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