NYPEN: Detecting Deception – How Body Language Speaks Louder Than Words

Invitation Link: http://www.cvent.com/d/j4q8k8/4W

The New York Private Equity Network (NYPEN) and Gerson Lehrman Group (GLG) invite you to join us on Wednesday, November 6th for an evening seminar on “Detecting Deception – How Body Language Speaks Louder Than Words.”

Subject Matter:
Learning to interpret body language can be a powerful tool in our profession, including in activities such as negotiating transactions and deciphering the true sentiment of portfolio company management or target company management. Professor Mark Frank will present on the science behind what happens when someone lies and how those behaviors manifest themselves. The session will include interactive case studies designed to improve your ability to spot deception.

Topics Include:
• How are lies betrayed by demeanor?
• Cognitive Clues – verbal and body language
• Reliable muscles most prone to ‘leakage’
• Applications for meetings with company management and finalizing due diligence with target companies

Event Details
Date: Wednesday, November 6, 2013
Time: 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM (6:30 PM - Welcome Reception, 7:00 PM – Presentation, 8:00 PM – Networking Reception)
Location: Penn Club -  Tarnopol Room
Address: 20 W 44th Street (btw 5th & 6th Avenues)