Review of GAIM Asia 2009 that took place in April 2009

Asian Alternative Investment Opportunities

Under the spotlight at GaimAsia 2009, Asia's premier alternative investment event were:

ECONOMIC OUTLOOK: Facing The Shakeout: Who Has Actually Hedged In Asia And Just How Can You Generate Positive Returns Now?

This illuminating panel will explore the recent volatility of the Asian markets and debate where the alternative market is going. Managers that have bucked the trends and beaten the index will try and forsee what they as the next generation of emerging opportunities

Where Will Investors Turn After The 2008 Market Turmoil?

What are Asia's outlook in a global context? Are the global investors retrenching? And how do they view the risk/reward ratio in Asia now? 

THE LEADING MINDS INTERVIEW - Where Do We go from Here? Don't miss this exclusive interview brought to you by gaimAsia and AM Investment Partners LLC

This Exclusive Interview will be hosted by Bernard Lo, Anchor at BLOOMBERG LIVE TV, and be a head to head with Nouriel Roubini, Chairman, RGE MONITOR
&
Professor of Economics
STERN SCHOOL OF BUSINESS
Professor Nouriel Roubini is an internationally known expert in the field of international macroeconomics. He is a Professor of Economics at New York University’s Stern School of Business and is also the co-founder and Chairman of Roubini Global Economics LLC (www.rgemonitor.com), an innovative economic and geo-strategic information service named one of the best economics websites by BusinessWeek, Forbes, the Wall Street Journal and The Economist. Professor Roubini served as a senior adviser to the White House Council of Economic Advisers and the U.S. Treasury Department; has published numerous policy papers and books on key international macroeconomic issues; and is regularly cited as an authority in the media. He received an undergraduate degree at Bocconi University in Milan, Italy and a Ph.D. in Economics at Harvard University, and was previously a faculty member at Yale University.

What Is The Fund of Funds Model Now? Global Trends And Asian Lessons

Is the party over for Fund of Funds in Asia? Or is there a new model already emerging? Lessons learnt from other markets, and unique Asian characteristics

Sovereign Funds – An Essential Update And Implications For The Investment Community

What's the view of Sovereign Funds now of investing in global markets? Will their appetite return?

Risk Management & The Educated Investor – How Does It Impact The Manager’s Behaviour & Performance?

In the current climate, investors are demanding thorough risk management practices to be put into place and to see how operational excellence is being developed. What is now driving the demands of investors? And how does this impact the manager's day to day job?

Tactical Asset Allocation: Balancing The Search For Alpha With The Investor Risk Profile
What Returns Should You Be Looking For That Are Reasonable Rather Than Risky?

Risk vs. Reward - the old story. But the most important. How will expectations change in the new paridigm?

Don't Miss: The All New Hedge Fund Operations Summit Day that will be held in conjunction with gaimAsia 2009 - full details to be announced

In the current climate, investors are demanding thorough risk management practices to be put into place and to see how operational excellence is being developed. Better client reporting needs to be put in place and a strong infrastructure maintained.  The recent events in the global financial markets have highlighted the importance of back office support for fund performance and risk reduction. This format of this forum is one that is highly interactive where our presenters and attendees are encouraged to exchange ideas to streamline their fund’s operational infrastructure.

Also Don't Miss: 8 Country by Country Champagne Roundtables

Country Clinics - 8 Country by Country Champagne Roundtable Masterclasses. Don't miss these crucial country lowdowns hosted by 3 country experts on each table. Focusing on China, India, Japan, Korea, Vietnam, Australia, Malaysia & Indonesia. Bring plenty of questions - and plenty of business cards!

NEW for 2009: Breakfast Briefing on Fund Marketing

This year you will have the unique opportunity to kick-start your 2nd conference day with and in-depth and interactive session focussing on the mechanics for successful fund marketing. Places for this session are limited so book now to avoid disappointment.

GaimAsia 2009's 90+ Outstanding Speakers comprise representatives from 14 different nations, which means you will get a broader view than at any other Asian Alternative Investment conference
This is your 1 unmissable opportunity to meet and network under one roof with all the key members of the pan-Asian Alternatives community!