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contrary opinion forum

October 8th - October 10th, 2008

Registration is now available.

Once again we will hold our Contrary Opinion Forum at the Basin Harbor Club in Vergennes, Vermont. This year marks the 46th anniversary for this event. The picturesque and spacious facility for the Forum is located on the eastern shore of Lake Champlain about 28 miles south of Burlington.

Economists, investment managers and contrary-minded individuals from all parts of the U.S., Canada and overseas gather for this annual conference. The Forum centers around the idea of learning to think for yourself in solving practical investment problems.


2008 Scheduled Speakers


Steve Leuthold, The Leuthold Group

Marshall Acuff, Cary Street Partners

Martin Pring, Pring.com

Kurt Wulff, McDep, LLC

Mark Melcher, The Political Forum

David Fuller, Fullermoney.com

Ian McAvity, Deliberations on World Markets

Jeff deGraaf, International Strategy & Investment Group


For a list of speakers from past years
click here

Schedule

Our opening session is Wednesday at 5pm. The following day, Thursday, we have a full day of speakers, but there is always plenty of time (and we encourage) question and answer sessions with the mixing of ideas in a friendly atmosphere. Friday's session begins with a speaker and concludes with a moderated session with an expanded panel. The forum concludes following lunch.

Spouses are invited to attend, and there is an abundance of alternative activities for those not interested in Forum sessions. Please contact us if we can assist with arrangements for outside activities. Breakfast, lunch and dinner are held in the main dining room where portions are hearty and the food is always an epicurean delight.


Registration Fees

The cost for the 2008 Contrary Opinion Forum is $640, and includes all meetings and materials, all meals, and two cocktail receptions. Spouses are encouraged to join us, and there is no additional cost for them to attend the meetings. Meals for spouses are $200, so the total cost for a couple is $840.

A discount for early registrations is offered. Registrations paid in full by July 1, 2008 will be $595. Couples taking advantage of early registration will cost $795. Early registration must be done by calling our office at 802-658-0322, or email at 
alex@fraser.com.

Please note that any cancellations after September 15th are subject to a 50% service charge and no refunds will be made for cancellations after September 28th.

Registration for one attendee.
Registration for one attendee and a spouse.

Accommodations

The lovely and spacious Basin Harbor Club is located about 6 miles west of Vergennes and 28 road miles south of Burlington. Most of our guests find it convenient to stay with us on site. Accommodations are very comfortable and there are wonderful views and walks. A Basin Harbor reservation form will be sent to you if you request us to do so on your registration form. You are then able to make lodging arrangements for yourself. However, please feel free to contact us for a list of alternative accommodations if you so desire.

Go to the Basin Harbor Club website:  www.basinharbor.com

Travel

Plane service is available direct to Burlington International Airport. Driving time is not burdensome and the scenery on approaches from both New York and Boston is attractive. For any further travel information please contact Alex Seagle at 802-658-0322 or email him at alex@fraser.com.

To Register

Secure online registration and payment is available using the above links to our PayPal account, which requires Visa or MasterCard only.

You may also call our office with registration information. Please do not hesitate to contact us at 802-658-0322 or e-mail alex@fraser.com if we can offer any additional information or assistance. 

Fraser Management Associates
Investment Counsel
309 South Willard Street
Burlington, Vermont 05401

Contact

Address: 309 South Willard Street
Burlington, Vermont 05401
Phone: 802-658-0322
Fax: 802-658-0260
Email: alex@fraser.com


309 South Willard Street - Burlington, Vermont 05401 - 802.658.0322