FirstMark Expert Insights

Visit often to find important news and announcements about FirstMark and its founder, Mitch Atkins, and visit this page to view FirstMark Expert Insights about important issues that impact you. Atkins provides FirstMark Expert Insights on FINRA Rules, FINRA New Member Applications, FINRA CMA Applications, FINRA Materiality Consultations, SEC Rules, rule filings and many other important issues. Check back  periodically, or sign up below for email alerts when new information is available.

When FINRA proposes a change to an existing rule, or proposes a new rule, FirstMark Expert Insights will provide a unique perspective. Consider checking here often to review the articles and commentary related to these important changes. Mitch Atkins appreciates your feedback and discussion so feel free to contact him and open a discussion. Also, Atkins often addresses attendees at industry conferences, and welcomes your feedback, comments and questions. Check this page for announcements about Atkins’ speaking engagements.

With over 25 years’ experience in the securities industry, of which 20 years was with FINRA (formerly NASD), FirstMark founder, Mitch Atkins, has a unique perspective – incorporating both the industry and regulatory views in the FirstMark Expert Insights articles and commentary. FirstMark often receives inquiries from clients about particular topics, and as appropriate, develops a summary article for the benefit of other clients or others in the industry who may have the same issue or concern. The result is an important resource for FirstMark clients and others who visit this site.

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