The Essential Hub of our Financial Planning Community.


We empower financial planners by connecting them with the resources necessary to elevate their community impact.

What can we connect you with today?

Who? is welcome...

We build Community.  Everything we do and offer is open to anyone interested.  

CFP® Professionals and all financial planning advisors, members or not, allied professionals, student or retired - if  you are interested in what we do, you are welcome!

What? might be of interest...

What you elect to attend is dependent upon your ambitions and interests, location, timing, and just plain life as we know it. 

To decipher among education or social events, leadership volunteer efforts, and operational meetings, see color key below the calendar.

Where? locations vary...

Currently, active financial planning communities in the Phoenix and Tucson metro areas plan local events ideally 6 months in advance and open marketing and registration 3 months in advance. 

Any financial planning or allied professional community wanting FPAAZ support to connect and thrive locally may lean upon our infrastructure and systems to make it happen.

We care less about your location than your willingness to adopt our Vision, Mission, and Values and willingness to adapt to Dynamic Governance for decision making.

When? Wed and Thurs...

Community facing chapter connection opportunities like education or social events are on Wednesdays, primarily in the afternoon, but this pattern can vary.

Teamwork magic happens primarily on Thursdays at 3:30 pm in our Working Groups, along with other times that work for a more specific Working Team.


How? formats vary...

Connection opportunities may be Face to Face, Virtual, or Hybrid (rare).

For Face to Face gatherings in one metro area, other metro areas may request a Watch Party connection if the base location has the ability to support virtual connections.

Our target frequency is 24-30 opportunities for our community to connect annually. 

In other words, Connection opportunities can be found 2 out of 4 weeks, with reduced local activity over the Summer months.

Want to receive out bound emails from the chapter?  Subscribe to our Contact List.  Communication Norms are in website footer.

How Much?$/time/attention

Most connection opportunities are free or low cost to all, primarily depending upon our cost to produce and host the gathering. 

Some are free only to members, or reserved to Prac members. (eg: Planner2Planner).

Why? be a member...

Many chapter gatherings may be free to attend, but none are ever free to produce

Membership dues - whether or not you attend any/every chapter gathering - membership dues support the staffing and infrastructure costs to plan and execute a robust series of connections, along with Financial Literacy and Advocacy work.


Is a healthy/ active

Financial Planning Association something you might need/want?


Memberships Invest in FPA today, for tomorrow.

Where to Start?

Most Mondays at 11:30 am MST



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FPAAZ Chapter Connect!

This is our Mission in Motion.


Upcoming events

    • 2 Jan 2025
    • 6 Nov 2025
    • 10 sessions
    • Zoom.us//j/7101316685
    Register

    Community Connections

    Working Group

     https://Zoom.us//J/710 131 6685

    Monthly on the 1st Thursdays at 3:30 pm

    (no team meetings in  July  or December) 

    ____________

    Stakeholders in our Effective

    Financial Planning Professional Association


    Working Teams include:

    Membership

    Why Join?  How?


    Connection and welcome functions

    From

    NexGen:  Emerging or New to Profession Financial Planners

    Campus Connections. Mentorships. Internships. Perspective.

    Through

    Alumni:  Retired/Retiring Financial Planners

    Alumni community nurtured and encouraged to remain connected locally

    and pursue their current ambitions with us.


    Partnership

    Win Win Win Partnership Platform


    Professional Relationships 

    Organization to Organization MOUs

    (non profit and for profit entities)

    Relationship Exploration, Documentation, and Support

    MOU process and documents created by FPAAZ

    Incubator process and agreements created FPAAZ


    • 6 Jan 2025
    • 15 Dec 2025
    • 41 sessions
    • Zoom.us/j/7101316685

    No Hubbles on Monday Holidays or in July


    • 9 Jan 2025
    • 13 Nov 2025
    • 10 sessions
    • Zoom.us//j/7101316685
    Register

    Communications

    Working Group & Team

    https://zoom.us//j/7101316685

    Monthly on 2nd Thursdays at 3:00 pm

    no Team meetings in July or December

    __________________

    Is on of your ambitions learning how to tell a story or write effectively?

    Communications team volunteers will further their own ambitions around

    • understanding the power and discipline of brand strategy,
    • improving copy writing and editing skills,
    • mastering website, print, & social media calendaring & publishing best practices, 
    • networking with local and national communications resources & experts, 
    • developing ownership level project management experience,
    • building communications campaigns tied to specific, measurable outcomes.

    Our Communications team has the largest set of responsibilities and tasks, with the smallest number of active volunteers. 

    Current Challenges:

    1. Allocate very scarce time and resources to optimal communications channels. 
    2. Increase our market visibility toward improved community awareness and understanding of FPAAZ impact and successes.

    We have so many powerful stories to tell.  Will you help us tell them?

    • 13 Jan 2025
    • 10 Nov 2025
    • 9 sessions
    • Zoom.us//J/7101316685
    Register


    Financial Literacy Initiative

    Zoom.Us//J/7101316685


     2nd Mondays at 1 pm

    No Meeting in July/Aug or Oct or December



    • 16 Jan 2025
    • 11 Dec 2025
    • 12 sessions
    • Zoom: https://Zoom.us/Join Meeting ID: 710 131 6685 Passcode (if needed): FPAGP
    Register

    FPAAZ Finance Committee Calls

    Generally the Thursday prior to each monthly board meeting at 9:30am

    (Shift two weeks earlier in November and December due to the holidays)

    Join Zoom Meeting

    https://Zoom.us/Join

    Meeting ID: 710 131 6685

    Passcode (if needed): FPAGP

    • 16 Jan 2025
    • 18 Dec 2025
    • 11 sessions
    • Zoom.us//j/7101316685
    Register

    Professional Development

    Working Group

    https://Zoom.us//j/7101316685

    Monthly on the 3rd Thursdays at 3:30 pm 

    No meetings in July or December, pending shifts due to Holiday impacts in Q4


    This Group manages the chapters' Annual Master Connections Calendar, including


    • Lifelong Learning and CE events
    • Learning Hub+ and PDP+ content
    • Support for all other Working Team Calendaring needs

    Working Teams include:

    Lifelong Learning

    Continuing Education, Practice Management Content

    Learning Hub+ and PDP+

    Teamwork and Leadership Training

    We developed a Learning Hub+ with an aim of delivering Quality Local Learning

    (consistently rigorous and engaging content), regardless of presenter or topic.


    We created a Professional Development - Practiced (PDP+) workshop series,

    based upon the Learning Hub+ principles for leadership skill building.

    • 17 Jan 2025
    • 7 Nov 2025
    • 9 sessions
    • https://zoom.us//j/7101316685
    Register

    Advocacy Working Team

    https://zoom.us//j/7101316685

    In General: 1st Fridays of most months at 9:30 am

    January call will take place the third Friday, January 17th

    No team call in June, July, or December 

    All other months, watch this website events calendar.


    Mark your calendar in advance to connect to this effective group of financial professionals - elevating and advocating for our profession in AZ by protecting your interest and being your voice to the AZ legislature, our Federal representatives, the CFP Board of Standards, state securities regulators, and the Department of Insurance and Financial Institutions.

    Note:  The Advocacy Working Team is a part of the Advancing the Profession Group

    • 21 Jan 2025
    • 16 Dec 2025
    • 11 sessions
    • Online: Teams
    Register
    • 23 Jan 2025
    • 23 Oct 2025
    • 9 sessions
    • Chapter Zoom: https://zoom.us//j/7101316685
    Register

    Advancing the Profession
    Working Group

    https://Zoom.us//j/7101316685

    Monthly on the 4th Thursdays at 3:30 pm

    (no team meetings in July or November/December)

    ___________

    Working Teams include:


    Advocacy - meets 1st Fridays


    Financial Literacy Initiative - meets 2nd Mondays


    Public Awareness - seeking Leader


    Pro Bono - seeking Leader

    • 30 Jan 2025
    • 30 Oct 2025
    • 4 sessions
    • Zoom.us//j/7101316685
    Register

    General Circle

    Chapter Zoom: https://zoom.us//j/7101316685


    Frequency: Any month with 5 Thursdays (3-4 annually) –

    we dedicate that 5th Thursday to a General Circle.


    In 2025, General Circles convene in Jan, May, July, Oct


    General Circles attempt to break down silos across the organization by giving every team leader a chance to hear firsthand what other teams are working on, what hurdles or obstacles they are facing, and discover where we can:

    • Help each other out
    • Avoid duplicating things
    • Pay attention to resources and resource allocation
    • Build more effective teamwork.

    If you are working on recruiting new team members or bringing a current volunteer up into leadership (succession planning) – definitely invite them to the General Circle.  

    Any/all active volunteers are welcome – but with 90 minutes of time, the agenda prioritizes hearing from:

    1. Communications Group/Team Leader,
    2. Professional Development Group Leader  (Lifelong Learning/CE and Learning Hub+ and PDP+),
    3. Advancing the Profession Group Leader (Financial Literacy and Advocacy, Compliance+) and
    4. Community Connections Group Leader  (NexGen, Membership, Professional Relations, Partnership/Catalyst).

    • 19 Feb 2025
    • 17 Dec 2025
    • 11 sessions
    • Zoom
    Register


    FPAAZ Strategic Planning Committee Calls

    will be held on the Third Wednesday of each month at 12PM AZ Time.


    Zoom Link to Join:

     https://us06web.zoom.us/j/85984737063?pwd=4Gd7iMjxMtrlnYxQiMFVKzaFP8Dth7.1

    • 19 Feb 2025
    • 17 Dec 2025
    • 11 sessions
    • Zoom: https://nau.zoom.us/j/82040484478?pwd=HHUM69HFS8RbY5VTp0OZRt7rmDFAH8.1
    Register

    FPAGP Board Governance Committee Calls

    Generally the THIRD WEDNESDAY of each month at 2:00pm AZ Time.

    (No meeting in June)

    Join Zoom:https://nau.zoom.us/j/82040484478?pwd=HHUM69HFS8RbY5VTp0OZRt7rmDFAH8.1

    Meeting ID:  82040484478

    Passcode: 374465

    • 26 Mar 2025
    • 12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
    • https://Zoom.us/J/7101316685
    Register

    FPAAZ Board Meeting

    Chapter Board Meetings are held in general on the 4th Wed of every month.

    All chapter members and our broader community are welcome to attend chapter board meetings.

    Board Members:  Please proactively RSVP so that we may anticipate expected quorum.

    Board members can access the board meeting page here 

    12:30-2:00pm 

    Online  Only

    Join Zoom Meeting

    https://Zoom.us/j/7101316685


    • 26 Mar 2025
    • 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM
    • https://Zoom.us/j/7101316685
    Register



    • 23 Apr 2025
    • 12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
    • https://Zoom.us/J/7101316685
    Register

    FPAAZ Board Meeting

    Chapter Board Meetings are held in general on the 4th Wed of every month.

    All chapter members and our broader community are welcome to attend chapter board meetings.

    Board Members:  Please proactively RSVP so that we may anticipate expected quorum.

    Board members can access the board meeting page here 

    12:30-2:00pm 

    Online  Only

    Join Zoom Meeting

    https://Zoom.us/j/7101316685


    • 23 Apr 2025
    • 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
    • Camelback Lakes: 2730 E Camelback Rd Aminity Lounge
    Register


    • 26 Apr 2025
    • 8:30 AM - 12:00 PM
    • Virtual, Via Arizona Council on Economic Education
    Register


    • 14 May 2025
    • 3:30 PM - 5:30 PM
    • TBD: vision is joint options, 1 in Phx 1 in Tucson


    • 21 May 2025
    • 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM
    • Zoom.us//j/7101316685
    Register


    • 28 May 2025
    • 12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
    • https://Zoom.us/J/7101316685
    Register

    FPAAZ Board Meeting

    Chapter Board Meetings are held in general on the 4th Wed of every month.

    All chapter members and our broader community are welcome to attend chapter board meetings.

    Board Members:  Please proactively RSVP so that we may anticipate expected quorum.

    Board members can access the board meeting page here 

    12:30-2:00pm 

    Online  Only

    Join Zoom Meeting

    https://Zoom.us/j/7101316685


    • 4 Jun 2025
    • 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
    • TBD


    • 25 Jun 2025
    • 12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
    • https://Zoom.us/J/7101316685
    Register

    FPAAZ Board Meeting

    Chapter Board Meetings are held in general on the 4th Wed of every month.

    All chapter members and our broader community are welcome to attend chapter board meetings.

    Board Members:  Please proactively RSVP so that we may anticipate expected quorum.

    Board members can access the board meeting page here 

    12:30-2:00pm 

    Online  Only

    Join Zoom Meeting

    https://Zoom.us/j/7101316685


    • 23 Jul 2025
    • 12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
    • https://Zoom.us/J/7101316685
    Register

    FPAAZ Board Meeting

    Chapter Board Meetings are held in general on the 4th Wed of every month.

    All chapter members and our broader community are welcome to attend chapter board meetings.

    Board Members:  Please proactively RSVP so that we may anticipate expected quorum.

    Board members can access the board meeting page here 

    12:30-2:00pm 

    Online  Only

    Join Zoom Meeting

    https://Zoom.us/j/7101316685


    • 27 Aug 2025
    • 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM
    • https://Zoom.us/J/7101316685
    Register

    FPAAZ Board Meeting/Strategic Planning Session

    Chapter Board Meetings are held in general on the 4th Wed of every month.

    This August board meeting will include a strategic planning session.

    All chapter members and our broader community are welcome to attend chapter board meetings.

    Board Members:  Please proactively RSVP so that we may anticipate expected quorum.

    Board members can access the board meeting page here 

    12:00-3:00pm 

    Online 

    Join Zoom Meeting

    https://Zoom.us/j/7101316685


    • 24 Sep 2025
    • 12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
    • https://Zoom.us/J/7101316685
    Register

    FPAAZ Board Meeting

    Chapter Board Meetings are held in general on the 4th Wed of every month.

    All chapter members and our broader community are welcome to attend chapter board meetings.

    Board Members:  Please proactively RSVP so that we may anticipate expected quorum.

    Board members can access the board meeting page here 

    12:30-2:00pm 

    Online  Only

    Join Zoom Meeting

    https://Zoom.us/j/7101316685


    • 22 Oct 2025
    • 12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
    • https://Zoom.us/J/7101316685
    Register

    FPAAZ Board Meeting

    Chapter Board Meetings are held in general on the 4th Wed of every month.

    All chapter members and our broader community are welcome to attend chapter board meetings.

    Board Members:  Please proactively RSVP so that we may anticipate expected quorum.

    Board members can access the board meeting page here 

    12:30-2:00pm 

    Online  Only

    Join Zoom Meeting

    https://Zoom.us/j/7101316685


    • 19 Nov 2025
    • 12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
    • https://Zoom.us/J/7101316685
    Register

    FPAAZ Board Meeting

    Chapter Board Meetings are held in general on the 4th Wed of every month.

    This November meeting will take place a week earlier due to the Holiday. 

    The 3rd Wednesday of the Month.

    All chapter members and our broader community are welcome to attend chapter board meetings.

    Board Members:  Please proactively RSVP so that we may anticipate expected quorum.

    Board members can access the board meeting page here 

    12:30-2:00pm 

    Online  Only

    Join Zoom Meeting

    https://Zoom.us/j/7101316685


    • 17 Dec 2025
    • 12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
    • https://Zoom.us/J/7101316685
    Register

    FPAAZ Board Meeting

    Chapter Board Meetings are held in general on the 4th Wed of every month.

    This December meeting will take place a week earlier due to the Holiday. 

    The 3rd Wednesday of the Month.

    All chapter members and our broader community are welcome to attend chapter board meetings.

    Board Members:  Please proactively RSVP so that we may anticipate expected quorum.

    Board members can access the board meeting page here 

    12:30-2:00pm 

    Online  Only

    Join Zoom Meeting

    https://Zoom.us/j/7101316685


Past events

12 Mar 2025 Planner2Planner on Alternative Investments
5 Mar 2025 Alternative to What? Where do Alternative Investments Fit in Client Asset Allocations?
26 Feb 2025 Arizona State Retirement System
26 Feb 2025 February Board Meeting
19 Feb 2025 Chapter Social! Honoring our Mentors Mentees Mixer
11 Feb 2025 Advocacy Day at Arizona Capitol
29 Jan 2025 Protecting Vulnerable Clients
22 Jan 2025 Leadership Academy
22 Jan 2025 January Board Meeting
15 Jan 2025 Planner2Planner: New Clients. Old Problems
24 Dec 2024 Holiday Break
18 Dec 2024 December Board Meeting
11 Dec 2024 FPAAZ Holiday Social
20 Nov 2024 Partner Series CEvent: Advising Clients with Foreign Assets
20 Nov 2024 November Board Meeting
19 Nov 2024 Board Engagement Committee
13 Nov 2024 FPAAZ Dynamic Governance Workshop
6 Nov 2024 Postponed: Protecting our Vulnerable Clients
6 Nov 2024 FPAAZ Board Orientation
30 Oct 2024 Chapter CE: Where Can Indexes-and Factors-Fall Short?
23 Oct 2024 CFP Board of Standards 2024 Updated Ethics Course
23 Oct 2024 October Board Meeting
16 Oct 2024 Postponed! Partner CEvent: Market Movements and Monetary Policy: Navigating the Road Ahead
9 Oct 2024 Postponed: Planner 2 Planner: Focus on New Client Relationships
25 Sep 2024 "A New Normal: FI Strategies in a Higher-for-Longer Rate Environment"
25 Sep 2024 September Board Meeting
19 Sep 2024 Board Governance Committee
18 Sep 2024 Chapter Member Mixer by NexGen
11 Sep 2024 FPAAZ Annual Member Meeting + Board Slate Election
24 Apr 2024 Deepen your Client Relationships with Discovery Questions
15 Apr 2024 Hubble - Drop In Zooms
29 Feb 2024 General Circle
25 Jan 2024 Advancing the Profession Working Group
18 Jan 2024 Professional Development Working Group
11 Jan 2024 Communications Working Group and Team
8 Jan 2024 Financial Literacy Initiative
4 Jan 2024 Community Connections Working Group

Hubbles (Fire Magenta) - Our Virtual Front Door and Welcome Mat

Chapter Learning, Social or other Events & FPA Regional Events (shades of Gray) ~24-30/year


Professional Development+ [PDP+] (Orange)

  • Learning Hub+ principles delivered via a curated series of leadership and teamwork skill building workshops.
  • PDP+ Workshops are the backbone of FPAAZ Board of Directors and General Circle interactions.  We practice what we preach.  Do you want to be your best possible financial planning professional?   Register for every PDP+ Workshop over 36 months to earn a PDP+ Certificate.  When you volunteer - turn these skills into your habits.


Chapter Community Working Teams and General Circle (Midnight Blue)

Board of Director, or BOD Committees and Task Forces (Sky Blue)

Financial Literacy or Consumer Events (Sun Yellow)


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FPA Arizona (FPAAZ) is a state based 501(c)(6) organization, affiliated with FPA via a Chapter Charter and License agreement.

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