Acorns of APAC
Acorns of APAC is an AIMA outreach targeted towards emerging managers in the region. Following the inaugural event held in Singapore earlier this year, Acorns of APAC Hong Kong will be held on 11 October 2018.
This forum is open to both AIMA and non-AIMA members, and is meant for managers that are new to the industry (defined as less than 1 year), looking to start a fund, or are still in the early stages of raising assets (with AUM < US$200m).
This event is part of AIMA’s initiative to support the growth of the fund management industry in Hong Kong and the region, and we have designed the forum to cover important considerations new managers may have. Such topics include the legal toolkit required for starting up a fund, working with service providers, and fund raising.
The forum will also provide an opportunity for attendees to interact with each other and the AIMA membership.
Agenda
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1:30pm - 1:50pm |
Registration |
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1:50pm - 2:00pm |
Opening Remarks |
Michael Bugel, Managing Director, Co-Head of APAC, AIMA |
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2:00pm - 2:45pm |
Panel Session 1 The Start-up Legal Toolbox: Today’s Tools for Tomorrow’s Success This panel will focus on the essential knowledge that aspiring managers/young start-ups will need during the initial stages of setting up a private fund. Topics covered will include a basic understanding of the regulatory requirements for a start-up as well as provide insights on various fund structures and jurisdictions.
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2:45pm – 3:30pm |
Panel Session 2 Making Your Service Provider Work for You Outsourcing has been a much talked about topic in recent times. This panel will focus on the current environment for funds; the development of outsourced services for fund operations, how to get the best out of, and the procedures that should be put in place to monitor outsourced service providers. |
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3:30pm - 3:50pm |
Coffee Break |
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3:50pm – 4:35pm
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Panel Session 3 Fund Raising: The Art of Marketing and Communication What do hedge funds need to be aware of when marketing and what are some of the common questions a potential investor will ask? These questions, and more will be covered in this panel session.
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4:35pm – 5:20pm
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Panel Session 4 Odds and Sods: The Essential Office Set-up Checklist Having a proper setup and infrastructure in place is essential for the efficient functioning of the office. Join us for this panel which will focus on various key aspects in running an investment firm including cybersecurity considerations, insurance plans as well as real estate costs when sourcing an office location.
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5:20pm – 6:00pm
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Manager Fireside Chat Bringing the Business to Life Join us for a chat with a manager(s) as they share insights and experiences on the challenges in building up a fund management business in Hong Kong.
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6:00pm – 6:05pm
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Closing Remarks
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Christopher Pearce, Chief Operating Officer, Marshall Wace Asia; AIMA Global Council Director |
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6.05pm – 8:00pm |
Networking Drinks |
Please note that this event is conducted under the Chatham House Rule.
Venue
JP Morgan
27th Floor
Chater House
8 Connaught Road, Central