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Wharton School of Business’ Simon Benninga will discuss “Secrets of Modern Investing – Structured Financial Products” at 7:30 a.m., Thursday, Jan. 26 at the Gonzaga University School of Business Administration Dean’s Business Forum in the Jepson Center Auditorium.

The event is open to the public and costs $12.50 per person, which includes a continental breakfast that begins before the lecture at 7 a.m. Early reservations are recommended because the event is filling up rapidly. Please call the GU School of Business Administration at (509) 323-5991 to ensure accommodations will be available.

Benninga, an internationally known finance scholar, has written numerous books and articles in the field of financial modeling and valuation. His work has been translated into several languages – earning him a worldwide following. Benninga’s work has been praised by many, due in part to his uncanny ability to bridge the gap between theory and practice. His speaking engagements worldwide have attracted diverse audiences.

Benninga will share his ideas about new and innovative financial investment instruments. Structured financial products combine the features of stocks, bonds and options to provide unique and often attractive return and risk characteristics. Benninga’s easily understood approach to this investment modeling topic will open new venues to traditional investing. Learn about the cutting-edge tools of financial engineering – and how to add value to existing portfolios.