The home of operational excellence in alternative investments
Defining the next era of leadership in operations and compliance
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senior level attendees
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from investment mgt firms
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institutional investors
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C-level executives
For everyone who’s anyone in alternative investment operations
This October, GAIM Ops West brings more energy, more clarity and more relevance to today’s back-office leaders so they can lead with the upmost confidence. Set against the stunning backdrop of the Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach in Dana Point, CA, experience fresh, diverse perspectives on how we connect, learn and plan for what’s next.
The leading alternatives community
GAIM Ops West (Global Alternative Investment Management) brings together 350+ leading COOs, CFOs, CCOs, GCs, Heads of ODD and more to discuss trends, challenges and expertise.
Join operations and compliance leaders from hedge funds, private equity, venture capital and multi-strategy/hybrid funds. Plus the largest community of heads of ODD and operations from US and international institutional investors.
The hottest industry topics
- AI, Automation & Digital Assets
- C-Suite Strategy Sessions
- Cybersecurity with Real-World Edge
- Deeper Compliance & Regulatory Insight
- Private Capital, Elevated
More insight, connection and relevance to where the industry is headed. Join us at GAIM Ops West 2026 and be ready for what’s next.
100+ thought leaders
Gain access to industry leaders and innovators through a dynamic mix of interactive formats, including main stage presentations, roundtable discussions and focused track sessions.
Speakers include senior leaders from Hawk Ridge Capital Management, California State Treasurer's Office, Investor Choice Advocates Network, 100 Women in Finance and many more.
PLUS, special guest speakers from the FBI, CFTC, as well as an ethical hacker offering cutting-edge insights into regulation, cybersecurity and digital assets.
Network your way to success
Build lasting connections at GAIM Ops West.
Meet and compare notes with your peers at the welcome reception, lunch roundtable discussions, small group discussions and end of day networking drinks.
Plus the networking app helps you connect with the people who matter to you before, during and after the event.
Specialist Summits
Ops & Compliance Summit - A redesigned summit including curated roundtables on protecting your business and enabling growth, the enforcement agenda, embracing tech to enhance reporting and much more.
AI Summit (NEW in 2026) - This specialist summit is about the next phase of AI - exploring what firms should be doing now, rather than theory, and how to implement AI into day-to-day operations
What's new in 2026?
- A revamped agenda built with our advisory board, more focused, more strategic and deeply practical
- New session formats designed to go deeper
- More curated content around AI, cyber, compliance, private capital and the future of ops
- Unmatched networking with the people shaping operations at the highest level
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We'll provide you with the platform to connect with the senior decision-makers in alternatives compliance and operations on the West Coast.
Raise your profile and connect with industry leaders in California. The opportunities are endless.
Contact eric.franklin@informa.com or call +1 919 280 3282 for more details.
Sponsors and partners
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