Global Exchange Leader Conference

The Global Exchange Leader Conference gathers an exclusive group of senior executives from exchange groups, asset managers, proprietary-trading firms, broker-dealers and regulatory bodies for a day of spirited debate and lively discussion of the industry’s most-important topics. With no press present and attendance carefully curated, the event fosters frank conversation in sessions and unparalleled networking during breaks, meals and cocktails. The quality of the audience is just as impressive as the speaking faculty. And we fit it all into one day to minimize your time away from the office.

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Justin Schack interviews Citadel Securities President Jim Esposito on stage at the Global Exchange Leader Conference.

Three male panelists in business attire sit on stage and smile during a corporate discussion at an industry conference.

Four panelists smile and laugh together on stage in front of a digital screen at the Global Exchange Leader Conference.

Yamaji in a navy suit gestures with open hands while speaking during a panel discussion at a corporate conference.

Audience members watch a six-person panel discussion on stage at the Rosenblatt Global Exchange Leader Conference in a full auditorium.

Five speakers participate in a market structure panel discussion on stage with Will Hadfield moderating.

A group of business professionals in suits stand in a circle talking and laughing at a corporate networking reception event.

A woman in a black jacket holds a microphone to ask a question during an audience Q&A session at a professional conference.

A man in a suit holding a wine glass chats and smiles with attendees during a networking cocktail reception at a conference.

Moderator Justin Schack sits on stage while Nasdaq President Tal Cohen speaks at the Global Exchange Leader Conference.

Joe Gawronski and Gilson Finkelsztain hold a firechat presentation on stage at the Global Exchange Leader Conference in NYC.

Justin Schack and Lynn Martin at the Rosenblatt Global Exchange Leader Conference, discussing finance industry trends.

Three professional women engaging in a friendly conversation over lunch at a table during a casual networking break at a corporate business event.

Two male corporate executives sharing a laugh while reviewing documents together at a table during a professional business industry conference.

Two female business colleagues smiling warmly and posing for a casual portrait together while attending a professional corporate networking event.

A cheerful male business professional wearing glasses and a blue suit smiling brightly while holding a smartphone at a corporate conference.

Four professional male panelists in business suits listening attentively during a serious stage discussion at an industry corporate conference.

A cheerful male conference attendee laughing happily while holding a microphone to ask a question from the audience during a corporate presentation.

A male business executive in a dark suit and purple tie speaking thoughtfully during an engaging on-stage interview at a corporate conference.

Five male business executives in professional suits smiling warmly while posing together for a group photo at a corporate industry conference.

A skilled magician entertains a young woman and male professionals with an impressive card trick at a corporate networking reception.

A confident female industry expert smiling while seated on stage alongside male colleagues during an engaging professional corporate panel discussion.

Three female corporate professionals with event lanyards smiling happily for a group portrait during an evening networking reception near an art display.

A skilled magician performing a surprising card trick for two highly amazed female attendees during an engaging corporate networking event reception.

Five male business executives sitting in grey chairs on a brightly lit stage, sharing a humorous moment and laughing together during a panel discussion.

Engaged audience members seated at tables during a corporate presentation, focusing on a smiling blonde woman actively listening to the guest speaker.

Three well-dressed conference attendees holding beverages and smiling for the camera while socializing together at an elegant indoor corporate reception.

A diverse panel of four business experts participating in a lively stage discussion, seated on modern chairs before a large presentation screen.

Three male colleagues sharing a laugh and holding drinks during a casual networking mixer, with the central man smiling warmly directly at his peers.

Three professionals chatting near a buffet table at a busy corporate networking event while other attendees mingle in the brightly lit background room.

“GELC is a better-curated conference than others. The alchemy of audience and panelists is terrific.” — CEO Panelist

“Well done. Speakers were well-informed and thoughtful. Flow and breadth was good. Hope to be back next year.” — Attendee

“Always informative as well as productive. My favorite event.” — Attendee

“Great experience. Lots of smart people.” — Panelist

“This is my favorite conference of the circuit. Nice job, guys!” — Attendee

“Rosenblatt continues to keep the bar high. I can always expect to be more informed when I leave.” — Attendee

“Great job, great location. Great effort by all those involved. I am not sure how to improve perfect.” — Panelist

“Lots of info covered in one day, which is helpful with a smaller desk because it’s hard to be away.” — Attendee

Select Past Speakers

Jay Clayton

Chairman, SEC

Dave Cummings

Founding CEO | Founder/CEO

Stacey Cunningham

President

Craig Donohue

CEO

Adena Friedman

President & CEO

Alex Gerko

CEO

Robert Greifeld

CEO

Ken Griffin

Founder/CEO

Brad Katsuyama

CEO & Co-Founder

Sandor Lehoczky

Partner

Charles Li

CEO

Timothy Massad

Chairman, CFTC

Duncan Niederauer

CEO

Mike Novogratz

CEO

Xavier Rolet

CEO

Atsushi Saito

CEO

Jill Sommers

Commissioner, CFTC

Jeff Sprecher

Founder & CEO

Vlad Tenev

Co-Founder & Co-CEO

Don Wilson

Founder & CEO