HOUSTON, TX--(May 10, 2010) - NEXT Financial Group, Inc., recently held its annual National Educational Conference where over 420 registered representatives, premier partners in business, and a strong line-up of prominent industry speakers gathered from across the nation at the pristine Loews Lake Las Vegas resort.

The theme of the seven-time broker dealer of the year's* educational forum was "Building Business Together - A Renewed Investment in You." Attendees were educated on current regulatory trends, and had the opportunity to engage in over 70 intimate, educational and business building sessions, a variety of which counted toward their continuing education requirements.

Featured keynote speakers included nationally renowned presenter and ESPN analyst, Dr. Kevin Elko, retirement and investing expert, Dr. Greg Salsbury, and economic and financial commentator, Dr. Jeffrey Rosensweig. Following each presentation, representatives had the opportunity to participate in a collective question and answer session.

"We are honored to have been able to share the spirit of NEXT with so many of our wonderful partners, exhibitors, vendors, and representatives, and admire their commitment to growth and education," said Barry Knight, President of NEXT Financial Group.

4WARD choreographs over 28 events a year for all NEXT registered representatives to assist them grow their business, including the National Educational Conference, Business Building Expos, Leadership Meetings and Coaching Programs. 4WARD Financial Marketing orchestrated the entire conference as the subsidiary company of NEXT Financial Holdings, Inc.

To learn more about NEXT Financial Group, Inc., please visit www.nextfinancial.com.

*Based on a poll of registered representatives conducted by Investment Advisor magazine. Broker/Dealers rated highest by their representatives are awarded "Broker/Dealer (B/D) of the Year."