- What Happened At GAIM International 2009? “More Senior, More Upbeat and Better Attended Than Could Ever Have Been Expected”Over 800 investors, asset managers and advisors gathered from around the globe in Monaco to hear, meet and do business. With a ratio of 2:1 asset managers to investors this proved to be an exceptional opportunity for many. Key questions were answered by industry leaders: Here were just some of the highlights:
- China Investment Corp’s Felix Chee on where the SWF will put its cash,
- Political insider Dr Pippa Malmgren told us the realities on global alternatives regulation and policy
- Financial Thoughtleader of the Year 2009, Black Swan Nassim Taleb captivated on risk
- Maverick Hugh Hendry, Eclectica spoke on the future of capitalism
- Investment Legend GLGs Pierre Lagrange on public alternative asset managers
- Investors on changing power balance: MN Services, Abu Dhabi Commercial Bank, PGGM
- The most senior executives from the leading houses on tap; Marc Lasry, Avenue Capital; Peter Rigg, HSBC PB; Peter Clarke, Man Group PLC; Phillipe Lespinard, Brevan Howard; Lee Robinson Trafalgar; GLG Pierre Lagrange…
How Alternative Asset Managers, Investors & Advisors Met & Matched At Gaim International 2009•They used the MyGAIM Advance E- networking tool to both build profiles of themselves and to connect securely with other delegates and to arrange to meet in advance.
• The Electronic Delegate List Was On The SpotMe: To Identify, Message, Connect on the day
• Details Of 200 End Investors By The Strategies Searching - In Advance & on the Day
• Investor / Manager SpeedNetworking Happened Every Day
• General Speednetworking
• Meet The Investor Strategy Roundtables Happened Daily
• Meet The Investor Q&A Daily On Institutional Investors, Family Offices, Private Banks & Wealth Management, Nordic Investors
• GAIM Delegate Quickfire Showcase, Daily enabling funds to profile themselves quickly infront of investors
• Independent CapIntro Showcases On Top Performing Funds and New Launches
• Glamorous Evening Drinks Receptions overlooking the Mediterranean
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180 Speakers Including
Michael Howell
CEO
Crossborder Capital
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Mark Schlinder
Portfolio Manager
Claridien Leu
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Daniel Capocci
Senior Portfolio Manager, Fund Research & Multi-Management
KBL European Private Bankers
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Yaser AbuShaban
VP, Snr Portfolio Manager, Treasury & Investments
Abu Dhabi Commerical Bank
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Peter Rigg
Global Head, Alternative Investment Group
HSBC Private Bank (Suisse) SA
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Dr. Nassim Nicholas Taleb
Distinguished Professor of Risk Engineering
New York University Polytechnic Institute
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Iyad Malas
CEO
Majid Al Futtaim Trust
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Felix Chee
CIO
China Investment Corporation
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Peter Clarke
CEO
MAN Group PLC
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Marc Haynes
Vice President
Greenwich Associates
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Yariv Itah
Partner
Casey, Quirk & Associates
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Randall Dillard
CIO & Co-Founding Partner
Liongate Capital Management
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Jennifer Johnson-Calari
Director
World Bank Sovereign Wealth Fund
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Kevin Packenham
MD, Investment Banking
Jefferies International Ltd
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Michael Powell
Head of Alternative Assets
Universities Superannuation Scheme
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Luiz Fernando Figueiredo
Founding Partner & CIO
Maua Investimentos
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Mona Aboelnaga Kanaan
President & CEO
Proctor Investment Managers
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William Derrough
MD & Co-Head, Recapitalization & Restructuring Group
Moelis & Company
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Patric de Gentile-Williams
COO
FRM Capital Advisors Ltd
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Jaime Castan
Head of Hedge Fund Research
RMF Investment Management
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Marc Lasry
Chairman, Chief Executive Officer and Co-Founder
Avenue Capital
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Chris Limbach
Investment Manager
PGGM Alternative Beta
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Pierre Lagrange
Co Founder
GLG Partners LLP
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Gabriel Bousbib
Senior Managing Director
Gottex Fund Management
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Andre Du Plessis
Head of Corporate Strategy
Hermes Investment Management
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Lee Robinson
Founder & CIO
Trafalgar Asset Managers
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Niels Oostenbrug
Head of Alternative Investment
MN Services
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Michael T Crane
Managing Director
Coventry
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Luiz Fernando Figueiredo
Founding Partner & CIO
Maua Investimentos
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Kevin Packenham
MD, Investment Banking
Jefferies International Ltd
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Jaime Castan
Head of Hedge Fund Research
RMF Investment Management
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Michael Powell
Head of Alternative Assets
Universities Superannuation Scheme
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What The Delegates SaidHow GAIM International Was Used As The Most Cost And Time Effective Business Tool of The Year By Managers, Investors & Advisors
- “An outstanding conference. The caliber of speakers, the quality of the program, from the choice of topics to the mix of activities and discussions. As someone who has been to many of these over the years and does not impress easily, you are absolutely to be commended. David Molner, Founder & Managing Director, SCREEN CAPITAL INTERNATIONAL
- “The content was very relevant and the Speakers were excellent, the highlight of my conference. Its the best hedge fund conferences around, there's great variation and we have selected several managers for potential investment” Margarite Maduz, Product Manager, EFG BANK
- “Stellar work, as usual, especially given the current climate. The MyGaim e-netwoking was a very useful tool, programme topics were spot on, your events are well run, precise and professional and it makes for a better experience for the sponsors, delegates and especially presenters. Top Shelf. “. Jay Caauwe, Director, CFE
- “Loved the quickfire. It’s a great way to quickly get out the message!” Jeff Mulholland, FSA, Chairman and CEO, INSURANCE CAPITAL MARKETS HOLDINGS
- “Well done on organising such an impressive event in such extraordinary times. I enjoyed myself and all I spoke to also enjoyed themselves. Daniel Broby, Chief Investment Officer, SILKINVEST
- “What sets GAIM apart, is not only the excellent interesting schedule, but it is so efficient to network, key to both investors and managers. This year was even better than last year, the speed dating with compulsory investors, the increased showcases, the compulsory round tables, plus of course the spot me, meant that it was easy to target investors” Rikos Leong-Son, ARGO INV. SERVICES
- “I have not participated in an event which was as well run as this. You made it a very valuable gathering for all. Yes, this is a tough climate. But, there was an overall positive feeling with which I left”.David R. Koenig, Chief Executive Officer, THE GOVERNANCE FUND, LLC
“the major investment and business issues faced today by the Industry were dealth with comprehensively. In addition, more than ever, GAIM 2009 offered unique and varied opportunities for investors and managers to meet face to face.” Dan Shapiro, Partner, LINCOLN VALE & Partner, SRZ INTERNATIONAL LLP
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