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9:10am | Fundraising in the Middle East: Trends and Regulatory Insights in the GCC
This panel will delve into the evolving regulatory landscape and capital raising trends in the Middle East, with a spotlight on the UAE onshore, Saudi Arabia and Kuwait. Industry experts will share insights on navigating compliance challenges while leveraging emerging opportunities to unlock fundraising potential in this dynamic region.
9:55am | Navigating EU Fundraising: Regulations, Trends and Access Solutions
This panel explores the pathways to accessing investors in the EU, focusing on fundraising trends, regulatory hosting platforms and the National Private Placement Regimes (NPPR). Experts will provide practical insights on navigating the EU’s regulatory framework and leveraging innovative solutions to unlock capital in a competitive fundraising environment.
11:00am | Morning Breakout Sessions
Breakout 1: Canada
Breakout 2: Japan
Breakout 3: The Nordics (Sweden, Finland and Norway)
11:45am | Private Assets: Trends Reshaping Fundraising and Investment
This panel will explore the latest trends in private asset fundraising, from the retailisation of private funds to the emergence of digital innovations. Thought leaders will examine shifting investor demands, evolving asset classes and how technology is transforming the future of private markets.
1:30pm | Alternative Fundraising: Distribution Strategies and Capital Introduction Trends
This panel examines successful fund distribution strategies for alternative investment managers, highlighting innovative approaches to reaching investors and scaling capital. Experts will also discuss the most significant trends reshaping the capital introduction industry, from technology adoption to changing investor preferences.
2:20pm | Afternoon Breakout Sessions
Breakout 4: Germany and the Netherlands
Breakout 5: The UAE (onshore, DIFC and ADGM)
Breakout 6: Switzerland
3:20pm | Opportunities in APAC: Regulatory Insights and Distribution Trends
This panel explores the evolving fundraising landscape in Singapore and Hong Kong, focusing on regulatory developments and best practices for accessing capital. Panelists will also analyse broader distribution trends in the APAC region, highlighting opportunities and strategies for alternative investment managers in this fast-growing market.
4:05pm | Unlocking Capital in the USA: Regulatory Challenges and Fundraising Strategies
This panel will provide insights into the evolving regulatory framework governing fundraising in the United States and its impact on fund managers. Experts will discuss emerging trends, compliance strategies and opportunities for capital raising in the deepest, most liquid capital markets in the world.
