Established in 1931, CFA Society Los Angeles is a network of investment management professionals in the greater Los Angeles area. CFA Society Los Angeles is a member society of the CFA Institute. Mission Statement CFA Society Los Angeles promotes integrity, professional excellence, and engagement among our members and within our community. We seek to improve the quality of financial decision-making throughout the society by developing our members' ability to provide valuable leadership for their clients, their firms, and the CFA Institute. The means by which we accomplish and communicate our mission includes educational programs, networking events, and public advocacy.