Consensus among the diverse group was that a top goal would be to focus on the protection of retail investors and to boost their confidence in the markets.
Industry trade groups opposed to Bachus' bill calling for a self-regulatory organization to oversee advisors learned there will be no extra money for SEC oversight.
AIG's CEO suggests that much more delayed retirement ages in financially embattled Europe could help make pensions and medical services more affordable.
Industry trade groups, consumer advocates and advisor partners are gearing up for the House Financial Services Committees hearing Wednesday on Rep. Spencer Bachus bill calling for a self-regulatory organization to oversee advisors.
Peng Chen will be replaced by Thomas Idzorek, who currently oversees Morningstar's investment advisory, retirement and investment management operations.