Main Conference Day 2, Wednesday 25th June 2025 - CET/CEST (Cent Europe Summer, GMT+2)
How it works
- 50 minutes of small group fund buyer discussions taking place simultaneously
- 15 leading fund buyers/LPs, PB CIOs will host informal one-to-several roundtables
- Move freely between tables
- Unique opportunity to hear, meet and discuss with a wide range of
- buyers in an informal environment
- First come first served
Family office leaders from around the world
- Niklas Tell - Chief Content Officer, Tell Media Group
- Haakon Kavli - CIO, Reitan Kapital
- Morten Christensen - Director Investment Management, Aars As
- Rémi Lambert - Chief Investment Officer, AXA IM Select
Sustainable investing: cancelled, paused, or evolving?
Where is capital flowing, and which sectors and investment vehicles are gaining traction?
How are impact investing, biodiversity, and the energy transition shaping the future of sustainable finance?
Part 1: New research (5 minutes) –BNP Paribas SS
- Hortense Bioy - Global Director of Sustainability Research, Manager Research, Morningstar
- George Latham - CEO, WHEB Asset Management
- Xavier Gomez - Co-Founder, COO, INVYO
How are crypto assets and Web3 technologies reshaping financial markets and investment strategies?
What challenges and opportunities lie ahead for mainstream adoption and regulation?
Which innovations in decentralisation, tokenisation, and blockchain are set to drive the next wave of growth?
- Elizabeth Lumley - Award winning journalist, podcaster and ambassador for UK Innovate Finance, Fintech Expert
- Diane MacFarlane - Head of Securities Services, EMEA, JP Morgan Securities Services
- James Rhodes - Chief Technology Officer, President of Data, Research, and Enterprise Solutions, Morningstar
How are leading alternatives players forging relationships with banks, tech providers, and LPs to drive growth?
What has gone into design process to be attractive to partnerships?
What factors make a fund or platform attractive for long-term partnerships?
Where do industry leaders see the biggest opportunities for scaling alternative investments?
- Bhagesh Malde - General Manager and Global Head, SS&C GlobeOp
- Barry Fricke - MD EMEA Head of Alternatives for Third Party Wealth, Goldman Sachs
- Martina Sanow - Partner, Hg Capital
Introduced by
Giles Duley
Fashion photographer turned humanitarian activist and documenter of stories of those affected by conflict across the world.
Triple amputee after stepping on an IED in Afghanistan
Subject of award-winning documentary, Walking Wounded: Return to the Frontline.
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- Giles Duley MBE - Photographer, Writer, Chef, Presenter, and CEO, Legacy of War Foundation
In this profound closing keynote, award-winning photographer and Legacy of War Foundation CEO Giles Duley MBE shares how his extraordinary journey of resilience reshaped his approach to leadership. Drawing from his experiences as a photographer in conflict zones and his personal story of recovery, Duley offers unique insights into adapting to change, building resilience, and fostering meaningful growth in both personal and professional spheres.
- Nishant Kumar - Chief Correspondent, Bloomberg
- Marcus Storr - Head of Alternative Investments, FERI
- Oliver Bilal - Head of EMEA Distribution, Invesco
- Viola Pattock - Managing Director, Head of Continental Europe, RBC BluerBay
- Agnès Lossi - Partner, Asset Management Practice, Indefi
- Julien Mechler - Head of Sub-advisory, BNPP AM
- Vanessa Bonjean - Head of Fund Selection, Societe Generale Private Banking
- Simon Weiler - Head of Research & Editor, e-fundresearch.com Data GmbH & investRFP.com
- Mikaël Safrana - Chief Investment Officer, Capital-Y
- Gerhard Beulig CFA - Senior Professional Fund Manager, Erste Asset Management GmbH
Hear 3 investment opportunities spanning across the Americas, Asia, Africa, and Europe in this rapid-fire showcase. Each presentation offers a 9 minute window into the latest prospects across diverse asset classes, providing a comprehensive overview of emerging market potential. Are you ready to explore the next frontier of global investments?
14.30 – 14.39
14.40 – 14.50
14. 51- 15.00
How can you effectively implement ESG data and reporting frameworks to meet regulatory and investor expectations?
What are the practical challenges in delivering on ESG commitments, and how can asset managers ensure meaningful progress?
How can AI be leveraged to enhance sustainability data collection, analysis, and reporting in asset management?
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Where does this fit into the broader portfolio in the current macro environment, and can this continue? How to think about the risk and performance perspective for 2025
- Justina Deveikyte - Co-Founder, Novantigo
Followed by an afternoon of vibrant face-to-face global conversations, community and connections
- April Rudin - Founder and President, The Rudin Group
It’s not over!
Research shows that the best connections and conversations often come at the end of the event when everyone is most relaxed and at ease. Don’t miss this opportunity to solidify your new connections and community by taking advantage of our networking tables.
For senior distribution, sales & marketing leaders to enhance both organisational impact and professional influence.
Transform how you and your firm connect with clients in today's evolving market. This interactive workshop explores the powerful intersection of personal and corporate branding to drive measurable business results. Learn how leading firms are adapting their marketing strategies to changing demographics and digital behaviours, while developing your own authentic voice.
Craft differentiated messaging that resonates across platforms
Align personal expertise with corporate value proposition
Leverage thought leadership to build trust and engagement
Measure and optimise campaign effectiveness
Join former professional poker player Casper Berry for an insightful exploration of risk assessment and decision making, drawing powerful parallels between high-stakes poker and investment management
Casper Berry, Guest Decision Making Expert & Former Professional Poker Player
What a better way to consolidate new and old friendships than at the final closing party
Venue, theme and location TBC