Hundreds of professionals from the Financial Planning world will flock to Wales in just over a week for the profession's biggest annual event.

Celtic Manor, the five star resort and previous venue of the prestigious Ryder Cup golf tournament and the recent Nato summit, will host the IFP conference, where dozens of experts will impart their knowledge on a whole range of key topics.
More than 600 people are expected to attend, along with over 40 providers from October 6 to 8.
Aside from the chance to learn and be immersed in a whole range of Financial Planning workshops and seminars, the conference also includes some glamour and a chance to socialise, with the Gala Evening.
A number of prestigious awards will be handed out on the night, which will be compered by BBC Breakfast News' Steph McGovern.

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The format of the conference programme has changed, with one of the noticeable additions being the hang out sessions. These are designed to give guests the chance to bounce ideas around with an expert rather than a conventional presentation.
Mark Polson of The Lang Cat is hosting one of the sessions. He will chew over a wide range of issues which are likely to include platforms, centralised investment propositions, and due diligence.
IFP communications director Sue Whitbread said: "For over 26 years, the IFP conference has established the strongest reputation for delivering real value. That's why so many delegates keep returning year after year, many of them being highly experienced planners or Paraplanners.
"The willingness of delegates to share ideas with each other is one of the overwhelmingly different aspects of the IFP conference.
"Being amongst like minded people who are not only passionate about Financial Planning but also are positive, motivated professionals who are keen to share the benefits of their experience to help others to make the most of their career in Financial Planning, ensures a uniquely positive atmosphere."
The theme of the event is 'keep it real' – meaning the aim is to ensure that there are tangible things and actionable ideas for delegates to take away from the sessions they attend.
The speakers have been selected to provide ideas, strategies and information in their sessions that can be put to use immediately after the conference.
Keynote speaker Dr James Rouse said: "To me the phrase 'keep it real' means that it has to be able to work in my real life, to make a tangible, positive difference and to be able to be experienced right now."
There will be something a little unusual at this year's event as well, with the premiere of a new film.
Financial Planner Martin Bamford CFPCM has turned documentary maker to create a film about the financial and social implications of the Baby Boomer generation reaching retirement.
The managing director of Informed Choice in Cranleigh, has conducted interviews with experts such as Justin Urquhart Stewart from Seven Investment Management, Tina Weeks from Serenity Financial Planning, Fiona Tait from Scottish Life and Garry White of Charles Stanley.
BBC Radio 4 presenter Paul Lewis has narrated the film.
Mr Bamford said he hopes the film will "build an army of supporters who will help spread the important messages in this documentary."
It will be released in cinemas, online and on DVD during Financial Planning Week in November.
The event is supported by Partnership, with the firm's chief executive Steve Groves a key note speaker. He will discuss the impact on retirement planning beyond April 2015.

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Natalie Hyett, national account manager for Partnership, said: "Partnership is dedicated to supporting the growing Financial Planning profession and is therefore hugely delighted to be supporting the IFP Annual Conference, an event that is dedicated to providing members with practical content and ideas that delegates can immediately put into action.
"Events like these are key to the development of our industry and given the recent budget announcements, advice around retirement is in the spotlight.
"With many options available to clients, it is important to see beyond the headlines and take a realistic view of the wider economic pressures and how these might impact clients over the longer term."
She said: "The event is set to be a highly informative and valuable day, with the opportunity to meet with the leading Financial Planners and Paraplanners in the UK.
"The theme of 'Keep it real' reflects the programme's focus on providing actionable, practical content and ideas."