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153rd Investment Conference

The National Investment Banking Association (NIBA) is proud to host its 153rd Investment Conference.

October 6-7, 2026
The Westin Fort Lauderdale Beach Resort in Ft. Lauderdale, Florida

Since 1982, the National Investment Banking Association (NIBA) has been serving the micro-cap and small-cap investment community. We have hosted 152 investment conferences showcasing public and private companies seeking access to the financial industry. Our network has raised over $100 billion and are responsible for 90% of all IPOs under $20 million. We are made up of thousands of investment professionals representing over 60 key industry services and include over 8800 registered representatives.

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About NIBA

Since 1982, The National Investment Banking Association (NIBA) has been a not-for-profit association for the micro-cap and small-cap investment community and has hosted 152 investment conferences featuring public and private micro-cap and small-cap companies seeking access to the financial industry.

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About the Westin Fort Lauderdale Beach Resort

The Westin Fort Lauderdale Beach Resort invites you to experience oceanfront tranquility and unparalleled service. Whether visiting South Florida on business or for a relaxed getaway, the hotel offers everything you need to feel renewed and enriched. Settle into one of the redesigned rooms and suites, many of which offer ocean views; satisfy cravings with the healthful options from the 24-hour in-room dining menu, and sleep well on the iconic Westin Heavenly® Beds. Additional amenities at the resort include the peaceful Heavenly Spa by Westin™, as well as Mexican fare at Pablo Salas’ Lona Cocina Tequileria, a hearty breakfast at Tinta and poolside dining at Waves Bar & Grill. Those in Fort Lauderdale to host an event will appreciate the 32,000 square feet of adaptable venue space, which includes a ballroom and a rooftop deck. Stroll across the skywalk to the beach and shop on Las Olas Boulevard while you’re here. An empowering experience awaits you at The Westin Fort Lauderdale Beach Resort.

Tentative Conference Agenda

All times are displayed in the event time zone (America/New York).

Tuesday, October 6

3:00 PM – 4:00 PM

Atlantic Foyer

Sponsor and Presenter Set Up

4:00 PM – 4:45 PM

ATLANTIC IV, V, VI

Presenter Meeting: “Getting the Most out of the Conference”

James Hock, President, Hanover International and NIBA Board Co-Chairman Carlo Corzine, Inv Banking & Syndicate Principal, Dawson James Securities and NIBA Board Co-Chairman Seth Farbman, Chairman & President of VStock Transfer, Founder of Share Media and NIBA Board Member Emily Foshee, NIBA Executive Director

5:00 PM – 5:45 PM

ATLANTIC IV, V, VI

Panel Discussion: “Beyond the Bell: Navigating Life As A Public Company”

Moderator: Rajiv Radia Esq., Partner, Whiteford Law Panelists: Robert Hackel, CEO, R.F. Lafferty & Co. and NIBA Board Member Casey Kinchen, Partner at M&K CPAs Lisa Loew, Managing Partner at VStock Transfer and NIBA Board Member Morris Zarif, Managing Partner at Zarif Law

6:00 PM – 6:45 PM

ATLANTIC IV, V, VI

Panel Discussion: “State of the Capital Markets”

Co-Moderator: Joseph Lucosky, Managing Partner, Lucosky Brookman Co-Moderator: Andrea Cataneo, Partner, Lucosky Brookman and NIBA Board Member Panelists: Carlo Corzine, Inv Banking & Syndicate Principal, Dawson James Securities and NIBA Board Co-Chairman Paul Dorfman, Head of Listings at NYSE Jeff Karcher, Global Managing Director at Texas Stock Exchange Tamara Kondic, Managing Director, Donohoe Advisory Associates and Director, Investment Banking Group, ROTH Capital Partners (formerly with NASDAQ for 13 years) Richard Kreger, CEO, Moody Capital Solutions

7:00 PM – 8:00 PM

Atlantic Foyer

Welcome Reception

Hosted by: The Money Channel NYC

Wednesday, October 7

7:30 AM – 8:30 AM

ATLANTIC IV, V, VI

Breakfast and Conference Kick-off

8:30 AM – 1:30 PM

ATLANTIC IV, V, VI

Presenting Company (Issuer)

Presentations

1:30 PM – 2:30 PM

ATLANTIC IV, V, VI

Lunch

2:30 PM – 6:30 PM

1x1 Meetings

One-on-One Meetings with Presenting Companies

7:00 PM – Closing

Atlantic Foyer

Closing Reception

Sponsored by The NUVO Group and Laurel Hill

Companies Currently Scheduled to Present

Phio Pharmaceuticals Corp.

NASDAQ: PHIOB2i Featured

Rocket Doctor AI Inc.

CSE: AIDR; OTC: AIRDF; FRA: 939B2i Featured

American Gene Technologies

Private

Argo Graphene Solutions Corp.

OTCMKTS: ARLSF

Complete Financial Solutions, inc.

OTCMKTS: CFSU

DeCentral Life

OTCMKTS: WDLF

Defence Therapeutics Inc.

OTCMKTS: DTCFF

Eco Wave Power

NASDAQ: WAVE

Global Foods Group, LLC

Private

GPO Plus, Inc.

OTCMKTS: GPOX

Health Professionals Alliance Inc.

Private

Innovative Eyewear, Inc

NASDAQ: LUCY

Koil Energy Solutions

OTCMKTS: KLNG

Matricelf Ltd.

MTLF.TA

NanoViricides, Inc.

NYSE: NNVC

Naples Soap Company

OTCQB: NASO

Phoenix Global International

Private

PREMS Ai Biomedical

Private

The FUTR Corporation

OTCMKTS: FTRCF

Trident Water DBA Altitude Water

Private

Trimax Power Systems

Private

Copper Intelligence

OTCID: CUAI

SynIQ

Private

Mr. Crowd

Private

Sentien Corporation

Private

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