London
London Alts & Private Markets Forum
November 20, 2024
Raffles London at The OWO, London
Industry experts, stakeholders and thought leaders explored the rapid evolution of the alternatives and private markets ecosystem in EMEA at our recent London Alts & Private Markets Forum. The discussions ranged from how asset managers and their trusted outsourcing partners are developing new operating models and implementing innovative technology, to the importance of leadership and vision to move organizations forward.
Charting the Course: Exploring Global Drivers Impacting the Future of Financial Markets
Dan McNamara, our Chief Strategy Officer and Chief Financial Officer, and Paul Romer, Nobel Laureate and Professor at Boston College, opened our recent London Alts & Private Markets Forum with a fascinating fireside chat. They examined new aspects of global macroeconomics, free trade, the financial stability of the global markets, and future economic growth in the UK/EMEA region.
Breaking Barriers in Business & Beyond
What does it take for a woman to become a strong leader in fields traditionally driven by men? Talent, solid leadership skills, vision, and an absolute drive to succeed. Baroness Karren Brady of Knightsbridge CBE, a world-renowned leader in sports, business, and government, shared her story and her philosophy for success with Ben Griffiths, our Global Head of Fund Finance, at our recent London Alts & Private Markets Forum.
Reengineering for Growth: Optimizing Operations through Outsourcing, Co-sourcing and Lift-Outs
Asset managers facing increased fee pressure, technology costs, and the need to improve services are moving quickly to transform their operating models and increase outsourcing. David Rochford, our Global Head of Public Markets, hosted a panel discussion exploring the factors driving outsourcing decisions with Paul Devine, Head of Investment Operations at Mercer; Romil de Goger, Chief Operating Officer at UBS O’Connor; and Venkat Kannan, Managing Director, Finance & Operations, Credit, Brookfield Asset Management.
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