- 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

180 Speakers Including

Michael Howell
Michael Howell CEO Crossborder Capital
Mark Schlinder
Mark Schlinder Portfolio Manager Claridien Leu
Daniel Capocci
Daniel Capocci Senior Portfolio Manager, Fund Research & Multi-Management KBL European Private Bankers
Yaser AbuShaban
Yaser AbuShaban VP, Snr Portfolio Manager, Treasury & Investments Abu Dhabi Commerical Bank
Peter Rigg
Peter Rigg Global Head, Alternative Investment Group HSBC Private Bank (Suisse) SA
Dr. Nassim Nicholas Taleb
Dr. Nassim Nicholas Taleb Distinguished Professor of Risk Engineering New York University Polytechnic Institute
Iyad Malas
Iyad Malas CEO Majid Al Futtaim Trust
Felix Chee
Felix Chee CIO China Investment Corporation

What The Delegates Said

How 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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