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Investor Education @ your library
Who are the experts?
Mark B. Robinson
Mark B. Robinson, developer and presenter  of  “Investing Fundamentals,” for Investor Education @ your library, has been providing financial-related services for over 20 years.
Investor Protection Trust
The primary mission of the Investor Protection Trust (IPT) is to provide independent, objective information needed by consumers to make informed investment decisions.
Don Blandin
An expert in the areas of financial and investor education and coalition building, Don Blandin serves as president and CEO of the Investor Protection Trust, a nonprofit organization devoted to investor education.
The Office of Financial and Insurance Services
Part of Michigan's Department of  Labor & Economic Growth, The Office of Financial and Insurance Services (OFIS) provides information regarding financial institutions, insurance, and securities. 
Ken Ross
Linda A. Watters stepped down as commissioner of the Michigan Office of Financial and Insurance Services (OFIS), effective October 31, 2007. Governor Jennifer Granholm has named Deputy Commissioner Ken Ross acting commissioner of the agency.
Linda Cena
Linda Cena is the Securities Director for the Michigan Office of Financial and Insurance Services.
Peg Beckwith
Peg Beckwith is the Investor Education Coordinator for the Securities Section, Office of Financial and Insurance Services.
Reaching out to community organizations and businesses to help spread the word about the “Investing Fundamentals” initiative, Michigan’s leadership team includes (left to right):

Don Blandin, Linda Cena, Peg Beckwith, Mark Robinson and WWJ Newsradio 950’s Kelly Masters.
American Library Association
The oldest and largest library association in the world, its mission is to provide leadership for the development, promotion, and improvement of library and information services to enhance learning and ensure access to information for all.
 
 
Investor Education Podcasts
Investor Education - Feldman Report 3/18
Don't touch that 401K before you hear this. WWJ and Fox 2 Business Reporter Murray Feldman explains.

Investor Education 1/22
WWJ's Jayne Bower talks with Mark B. Robinson, Developer and Presenter of Investing Fundamentals, about the free program Investor Education @ your library.

Investor Education 11/27
In this Making the Grade report, WWJ's Greg Bowman talks with Bernie Margolis about the free program 'Investor Education at Your Library.'
Investor Education 11/2
Are you worried about the latest stock market dip? WWJ Newsradio 950's Beth Fisher talks with Mark Robinson of Investing Fundamentals to put things in the proper perspective.
Investor Education - Feldman Report 9/14
Michigan families are coming together to learn how to better their financial future. WWJ and Fox 2 Business Reporter Murray Feldman explains in the Feldman Report.
Investor Education - Feldman Report 8/27
A free seminiar could help you become a better investor -- it worked for OFIS Commissioner, Linda Waters. WWJ and Fox 2 Business Reporter Murray Feldman explains in the Feldman Report.
Investor Education - Feldman Report 8/20
A couple of hours spent at your local library could be the best investment you'll ever make. WWJ and Fox 2 Business Reporter Murray Feldman explains in the Feldman Report.
Investor Education - Don Blandin 8/1
WWJ and Fox 2 Business Reporter Murray Feldman talks with Don Blandin, president and CEO of the Investor Protection Trust, about the IPT and its role in the Investor Education @ your library program.
Investor Education - Feldman Report 7/27
Experts say you should get a financial checkup every year, and now Metro Detroiters can get one for free. WWJ and Fox 2 Business Reporter Murray Feldman explains in the Feldman Report.
Investor Education - Feldman Report 7/26
Dividend reinvestment is helping to propell the stock market to new highs this year. WWJ and Fox 2 Business Reporter Murray Feldman explains in the Feldman Report.
Investor Education - Feldman Report 7/25
Experts say there are two things you need to consider when trying to determin how much you should have riding on your own stocks. WWJ and Fox 2 Business Reporter Murray Feldman explains in the Feldman Report.

Investor Education - Feldman Report 7/24
The State's Office of Financial and Insurance Services is working to help keep Michigan residents' money safe. WWJ and Fox 2 Business Reporter Murray Feldman explains in the Feldman Report.

Investor Education - Feldman Report 7/23
Get sound investment advice at a free new program, on its way to a library near you. WWJ and Fox 2 Business Reporter Murray Feldman explains in the Feldman Report.

Investor Education - Linda Watters 7/13
WWJ and Fox 2 Business Reporter Murray Feldman talks with Commissioner Linda Watters, who explains the role of the Office of Financial and Insurance Services and talks about the new program: Investor Education @ your library.
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