Press Release: SEC Small Business Forum to Focus on Recent Rule Proposals for Smaller Companies
The SEC held its 2007 Small Business Forum to discuss proposed rule changes easing securities registration and disclosure requirements for smaller companies, with no fraud, charges, or financial penalties involved.
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission hosted its annual Small Business Forum on September 24, 2007, to gather input on recent rule proposals aimed at reducing regulatory burdens for private and smaller public companies. The event featured public roundtables on securities registration and disclosure requirements, followed by breakout sessions on topics like private placement broker-dealers, all designed to inform SEC policy. No fraud, enforcement actions, dollar amounts, or legal charges were associated with the forum, which was mandated by a 1980 federal statute to improve small business capital formation.
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission held its annual Small Business Forum on September 24, 2007, at its Washington, D.C., headquarters, as required by a 1980 federal statute to enhance capital formation for smaller companies. The forum focused exclusively on recent SEC rule proposals concerning securities registration and disclosure requirements for private companies and smaller public companies, with no allegations of fraud or enforcement activity. The morning sessions included two public roundtables open to webcast, while the afternoon featured breakout groups to develop recommendations for regulatory improvements. Participants included industry representatives, policymakers, and members of the public invited to submit suggestions via email or mail. The SEC provided access to all relevant materials and agendas through its website, emphasizing transparency and stakeholder engagement. No financial penalties, legal charges, or misconduct were involved—this was purely a policy development and feedback initiative. The event reflected the SEC’s ongoing effort to balance investor protection with regulatory accessibility for small businesses. No individuals or entities were accused of wrongdoing, and the forum concluded as a collaborative, non-adversarial policy forum.
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- SEC will hold Annual Forum on Small Business Capital Formation on September 24, 2007
- SEC issued Press Release 2007-180
- Forum will focus on Recent SEC Rule Proposals for Securities Registration and Disclosure Requirements for Smaller Companies
- First Roundtable will focus on Recent SEC Rule Proposals Relating to Private Companies
- Second Roundtable will consider SEC Recent Proposals Concerning Smaller Public Companies
- Roundtables will be webcast at www.sec.gov
- Afternoon Schedule will include Breakout Group Sessions on Private Placement Broker-Dealers and Finders
- SEC is required to conduct Annual Forum under 1980 Federal Statute
- SEC Office of Small Business Policy can be reached at (202) 551-3460
- Public Members can email suggestions to [email protected]
SEC Small Business Forum to Focus on Recent Rule Proposals for Smaller Companies FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 2007-180 Washington, D.C., Sept. 11, 2007 - The Securities and Exchange Commission will hold its annual Forum on Small Business Capital Formation on Monday, Sept. 24, 2007, beginning at 9:00 a.m., Eastern, at the Commission's Washington, D.C., headquarters. This year's small business forum will focus on recent SEC rule proposals addressing securities registration and disclosure requirements for smaller companies. The morning agenda for this year's forum will feature two roundtable discussions. The first roundtable will focus on recent SEC rule proposals relating primarily to private companies and the second will consider the Commission's recent proposals concerning smaller public companies. Both roundtables will be open to the public and webcast at www.sec.gov. Releases concerning the rule proposals and other materials relevant to the roundtable discussion topics are available at http://www.sec.gov/info/smallbus/2007gbforumdiscussion.htm. The afternoon schedule will include breakout group sessions, including a breakout group session on private placement broker-dealers and finders. Participants in the breakout groups will help formulate specific recommendations for the SEC to consider in its efforts to improve small business capital formation. The SEC is required to conduct the annual forum under a 1980 federal statute. The forum offers representatives of smaller companies an opportunity to meet and communicate with senior government officials. Registration instructions and other information for this year's forum are available on the SEC forum's Web page at http://www.sec.gov/info/smallbus/sbforum.shtml. Interested persons can also call the SEC's Office of Small Business Policy at (202) 551-3460. The SEC will post further information about the forum, including the complete agenda and list of roundtable participants, as arrangements are finalized. Members of the public who wish to suggest topics for discussion at the roundtable sessions or recommendations to be considered in the breakout groups should e-mail them to the SEC's Office of Small Business Policy at [email protected] or mail them to the office at 100 F Street, N.E., Washington, D.C. 20549-3628. # # # http://www.sec.gov/news/press/2007/2007-180.htm Home | Previous Page Modified: 09/11/2007
SEC Small Business Forum to Focus on Recent Rule Proposals for Smaller Companies FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 2007-180 Washington, D.C., Sept. 11, 2007 - The Securities and Exchange Commission will hold its annual Forum on Small Business Capital Formation on Monday, Sept. 24, 2007, beginning at 9:00 a.m., Eastern, at the Commission's Washington, D.C., headquarters. This year's small business forum will focus on recent SEC rule proposals addressing securities registration and disclosure requirements for smaller companies. The morning agenda for this year's forum will feature two roundtable discussions. The first roundtable will focus on recent SEC rule proposals relating primarily to private companies and the second will consider the Commission's recent proposals concerning smaller public companies. Both roundtables will be open to the public and webcast at www.sec.gov. Releases concerning the rule proposals and other materials relevant to the roundtable discussion topics are available at http://www.sec.gov/info/smallbus/2007gbforumdiscussion.htm. The afternoon schedule will include breakout group sessions, including a breakout group session on private placement broker-dealers and finders. Participants in the breakout groups will help formulate specific recommendations for the SEC to consider in its efforts to improve small business capital formation. The SEC is required to conduct the annual forum under a 1980 federal statute. The forum offers representatives of smaller companies an opportunity to meet and communicate with senior government officials. Registration instructions and other information for this year's forum are available on the SEC forum's Web page at http://www.sec.gov/info/smallbus/sbforum.shtml. Interested persons can also call the SEC's Office of Small Business Policy at (202) 551-3460. The SEC will post further information about the forum, including the complete agenda and list of roundtable participants, as arrangements are finalized. Members of the public who wish to suggest topics for discussion at the roundtable sessions or recommendations to be considered in the breakout groups should e-mail them to the SEC's Office of Small Business Policy at [email protected] or mail them to the office at 100 F Street, N.E., Washington, D.C. 20549-3628. # # # http://www.sec.gov/news/press/2007/2007-180.htm Home | Previous Page Modified: 09/11/2007