Main Conference Day One
How have political developments in the US impacted European PE? How do changing interest rates across Europe impact deal flow and valuations? How can European firms build resilience against economic uncertainty and geopolitical volatility?
- Dana Haimoff - Managing Director, Portfolio Manager, J.P Morgan Asset Management
- Mitesh Pabari - Principal, Fund Investments, Hamilton Lane
- Nizar Tarhuni - Executive Vice President, Research & Market Intelligence, PitchBook
What makes the lower mid-market segment attractive to investors? What are the key challenges and opportunities when sourcing deals in the lower mid-market? Where are the current main pockets of opportunity in the lower mid-market?
- Simon von Oppenheim - Director of European Investor Relations, 747 Capital
- Imogen Richards - Partner, Head of European Primaries, Pantheon
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Spaces are limited and will be offered on a first-come, first-served basis.
How have distributions been in 2025 and what can we expect heading into 2026? Have distributions been stronger in the mid-market compared to large cap? What best practices can LPs follow to better manage cash flow uncertainty from a lack of distributions?
- Merrick McKay - Head of Private Equity, Patria Global Private Markets Solutions
- Carolina Espinal - Managing Director, HarbourVest
- Louise Boothby - Partner, CVC Secondary Partners
How do semi-liquid structures compare to traditional closed-end funds in terms of risk and return? Which types of investors are most attracted to semi-liquid funds and why? What strategies do managers use to manage liquidity risks in semi-liquid structures?
- Nicolas von der Schulenburg - Managing Director, Portfolio Advisors
Which exit strategies are proving most successful in the current market environment? How are valuation gaps impacting exits in the mid-market? What role do secondaries and continuation vehicles play in extending or optimizing exits?
- Isabelle Freidheim - Founder and Managing Partner, Athena Capital
- Philippe Ferneini - Partner, StepStone Group
- Sjoerd Aarts - Managing Partner & Head of Benelux, Main Capital Partners
How has DE&I in Europe been impacted by recent political developments in the US? Are LPs in Europe actively prioritizing DE&I when selecting managers, and how are GPs responding?
Closed door discussion group run under the Chatham House Rule and closed to press.
- Ana Maria Harrison - Partner, Adams Street Partners
- Manuela M. Froehlich - Co-Founder & Partner, Fondsfrauen
- Cilian Jansen Verplanke - Founding Partner, Karmijn Kapitaal
Which sectors and geographies present the most compelling opportunities for impact-focused investments? How are LPs influencing the growth of impact investing within private equity?
Closed door discussion group run under the Chatham House Rule and closed to press.
- Vishesh Srivastava - Co-Managing Partner, Future Business Partnership
- Stefanie Kneer - Head of ESG & Sustainability, Three Hills Capital Partners
- Roberta Benedetti del Rio - Managing Partner, Radia Capital
How is AI transforming deal sourcing and due diligence in private equity? What role does AI play in portfolio management and value creation strategies? How can AI be used in investment decision making?
- Charles Schrager - Venture Partner, Isomer Capital
- Borja Fernandez Tamayo - Vice President, Unigestion
- Dan Aylott - Partner, Head of European Private Investments, Cambridge Associates
What are the most important factors LPs consider when selecting managers in today’s market? What due diligence red flags should investors watch for when assessing managers?
This exclusive closed door discussion group is only open to invited development finance institutions, endowments, foundations, insurance companies, pension funds and sovereign wealth funds.
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Which deal structures and vehicles are being developed to make private equity more accessible to private wealth investors? How are private equity firms adapting their strategies to attract high-net-worth individuals and family offices? How large is this potential market opportunity?
- Peter Knight - Head of Co-investments, Connection Capital LLP
- Véronique Fournier - Head of EMEA, Global Wealth Management Solutions, Apollo