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Join us for an exciting series of events designed to inspire and educate our community.

Registration, Breakfast and Coffee

Collect your badge and grab some breakfast in The Gallery of the Dolder Grand hotel.

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Collect your badge and grab some breakfast in The Gallery of the Dolder Grand hotel. 

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Optional Sunrise Group Hike

Kick off the conference with a networking hike around the beautiful Dolder Hotel. Meeting point at reception.

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Kick off the conference with a networking hike around the beautiful Dolder Hotel. Meeting point at reception. 

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Opening Remarks - Apex Invest Europe

Join us as we officially open Apex Invest Europe 2026 at The Dolder Grand in Zurich. Our opening remarks will introduce the themes shaping this year's programme and set the stage for two days of insightful discussions, meaningful connections and new investment opportunities across alternative investments.

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Join us as we officially open Apex Invest Europe 2026 at The Dolder Grand in Zurich. Our opening remarks will introduce the themes shaping this year's programme and set the stage for two days of insightful discussions, meaningful connections and new investment opportunities across alternative investments. 

Speakers:
Georges Archibald, CEO, Apex Distribution
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Nowcasting: A Different Lens on Today's Macro Environment

Macro economist Alexander Ineichen opens Apex Invest Europe with a look at nowcasting - using real-time data and market signals to understand what is happening in the economy right now. Moving beyond traditional forecasts, he will offer a fresh perspective on the forces shaping markets today and the signals investors should be watching as they navigate the investment landscape.

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Macro economist Alexander Ineichen opens Apex Invest Europe with a look at nowcasting - using real-time data and market signals to understand what is happening in the economy right now. Moving beyond traditional forecasts, he will offer a fresh perspective on the forces shaping markets today and the signals investors should be watching as they navigate the investment landscape. 

Speakers:
Alexander Ineichen, Founder, IR & M
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The World's Investment Landscape in Uncertain Times

Against a backdrop of geopolitical uncertainty, shifting interest rates and changing growth expectations, where should investors be positioning capital? This panel explores the macroeconomic forces shaping global markets, the implications for asset allocation and where new investment opportunities may emerge.

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Against a backdrop of geopolitical uncertainty, shifting interest rates and changing growth expectations, where should investors be positioning capital? This panel explores the macroeconomic forces shaping global markets, the implications for asset allocation and where new investment opportunities may emerge. 

Speakers:
Christiane El Habre, Global Head of Family Offices, Regional Managing Director Middle East, Apex Group
Thomas von Hohenhau, Head of Advisory Board, 1911 Capital Management
Alexander Ineichen, Founder, IR & M
Giovanni Martinez, Investment Manager, Novum Partners SA
David Parker, Head of Business Development, Bermuda Business Development Agency
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Navigating the Private Credit Landscape

As private credit continues to attract institutional and private capital, where are the most compelling opportunities emerging? From direct lending to real estate debt, this panel explores sourcing strategies, credit quality, risk management and the evolving role of private credit within diversified portfolios.

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As private credit continues to attract institutional and private capital, where are the most compelling opportunities emerging? From direct lending to real estate debt, this panel explores sourcing strategies, credit quality, risk management and the evolving role of private credit within diversified portfolios. 

Speakers:
Karl Salemangi, Global Head of Sales, Apex Group
Omer Husain, CEO, Pogun
Jürg Niederberger, Founder, Q Partners Limited
Michael Manning, Head of Institutional Finance, Avalanche
Jason Sydney, Principal, Saurastar Capital Family Office
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Keynote - Where does Bitcoin Belong in a Modern Portfolio

As Bitcoin becomes increasingly accessible to institutional investors, how should allocators evaluate its role within a diversified portfolio? This session examines investment considerations, portfolio sizing, risk and return characteristics, and the institutions driving adoption.

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As Bitcoin becomes increasingly accessible to institutional investors, how should allocators evaluate its role within a diversified portfolio? This session examines investment considerations, portfolio sizing, risk and return characteristics, and the institutions driving adoption.  

Speakers:
Anthony Bassili, President, Coinbase Asset Management
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Networking Break

Coffee, Networking, & Meetings.

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Coffee, Networking, & Meetings. 

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AI, Biotech, & Data Centre Opportunities

Artificial Intelligence is creating new investment opportunities across sectors, from biotechnology and drug to discovery to the data centres powering the digital economy. This panel explores where capital is flowing and how investors can identify value amid rapid technological change.

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Artificial Intelligence is creating new investment opportunities across sectors, from biotechnology and drug to discovery to the data centres powering the digital economy. This panel explores where capital is flowing and how investors can identify value amid rapid technological change. 

Speakers:
Bhaskar Dasgupta, Chairman, Global Fundrock Board; Head of Regions Distribution, Apex Group
Luke Alvarez, Founding General Partner, Hiro Capital
Adina Krausz, CEO & Founding Partner, InnoSource Ventures AG
Roman Poole, CFA, Director of Sales, Switzerland and Middle East, VanEck
Manuel Villegas, Fund Manager, Bank Julius Baer
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Building the Real Estate Portfolio of the Future

Explore where institutional and private capital is finding conviction, from residential, logistics, and hospitality real estate to data centres and other operational assets.

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Explore where institutional and private capital is finding conviction, from residential, logistics, and hospitality real estate to data centres and other operational assets.

Speakers:
Natalia Michael, Co-Founder, Banyan Family Office, LLC
Alexandra Ammann, Senior Portfolio Manager, Diamond Capital Management (Switzerland) Ltd.
Benjamin Habbel, Co-Founder & CEO, Limestone Capital
Joseph LeBas, President and CEO, Concorde Group Holdings, LLC
Steven Michael, Principal, Banyan Family Office, LLC
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From Gold to Digital Gold: The New Era of Real-World Assets

From precious metals to private markets, toeknisation is transforming how real-world assets are owned, traded, and accessed. This panel explores the convergence of traditional and digital finance, the potential for greater liquidity and transparency, and what investors should consider as new asset structures emerge.

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From precious metals to private markets, toeknisation is transforming how real-world assets are owned, traded, and accessed. This panel explores the convergence of traditional and digital finance, the potential for greater liquidity and transparency, and what investors should consider as new asset structures emerge. 

Speakers:
Sean Stapley, Partner, Penrose Partners
Richard Briffod, Chief Business Officer, DGLD
Tiziana Micallef, Deputy Head, MFSA
Beat Rohner, Portfolio Manager, Private Investor
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The Healthspan Economy: Investing in Longer, Healthier, Lives

Where investment opportunities are emerging across brain health and neurodegeneration research, longevity-focused real estate, and AI-driven drug discovery.

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Where investment opportunities are emerging across brain health and neurodegeneration research, longevity-focused real estate, and AI-driven drug discovery. 

Speakers:
Marc P. Bernegger, Co-Founder & Chairman, Maximon / Longevity Investors
Greg Bailey, Founder & CEO, Juvenescence
Robin Lauber, Founder, Infinitas Capital
Ole Mensching, General Partner, Apollo Health Ventures
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The Golden Era of Wine: Fine Wine as an Asset

Chloe Ashton, Managing Director of 1275, explains how fine wine became investable, what the last five years have taught the market, and why shrinking harvests and a changing climate are making the greatest wines rarer every year.

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Chloe Ashton, Managing Director of 1275, explains how fine wine became investable, what the last five years have taught the market, and why shrinking harvests and a changing climate are making the greatest wines rarer every year. 

Speakers:
Chloe Ashton, Managing Director, 1275 SA
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Networking Lunch (Sponsored by XBTO)

Lunch and networking, sponsored by XBTO.

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Lunch and networking, sponsored by XBTO. 

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Private Wine Tasting with 1275 - Scarcity is Not Enough: Making Fine Wine Investable

The world's best wines are finite. Bottles are consumed, production stays constrained, and climate change is redrawing the map of the famed regions. Bur scarcity alone doesn't make fine wine investable - long-term value rests on demonstrable authenticity, faultless provenance and an unbroken chain of custody.

Over lunch, we'll set out what turns exceptional bottles into a traceable, institution-grade real asset, and pour a small selection of wines to taste alongside the discussion & canapes.

Pre-booking only, spaces limited.

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The world's best wines are finite. Bottles are consumed, production stays constrained, and climate change is redrawing the map of the famed regions. Bur scarcity alone doesn't make fine wine investable - long-term value rests on demonstrable authenticity, faultless provenance and an unbroken chain of custody. 

Over lunch, we'll set out what turns exceptional bottles into a traceable, institution-grade real asset, and pour a small selection of wines to taste alongside the discussion & canapes. 

Pre-booking only, spaces limited. 

Speakers:
Chloe Ashton, Managing Director, 1275 SA
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One-on-One Capital Meetings

Curated LP-GP meetings.

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Curated LP-GP meetings.

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Coffee Break

Coffee will be served upstairs in the upstairs Mezzanine to grab during your One-on-One Capital Meetings.

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Coffee will be served upstairs in the upstairs Mezzanine to grab during your One-on-One Capital Meetings. 

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Chocolate as Superfood: Chocolate Making Masterclass

Steven Michael will empower participants with a hands-on lesson in chocolate making, demonstrating how anyone can craft delicious, healthy chocolate at home. Steven will break down his Level 5 Chocolate method into easy, approachable steps, teaching attendees how to select quality ingredients, blend nutrient-rich superfoods, and adjust recipes to suit their own taste and wellness goals.

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Steven Michael will empower participants with a hands-on lesson in chocolate making, demonstrating how anyone can craft delicious, healthy chocolate at home. Steven will break down his Level 5 Chocolate method into easy, approachable steps, teaching attendees how to select quality ingredients, blend nutrient-rich superfoods, and adjust recipes to suit their own taste and wellness goals.

Speakers:
Steven Michael, Principal, Banyan Family Office, LLC
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Networking Drinks Reception

Private VIP Dinners

Networking Breakfast

Optional: Group Open Tennis with XBTO

Join us on the famous Lacoste Tennis Court at The Dolder Grand for a relaxed morning of tennis and networking. All levels are welcome.

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Join us on the famous Lacoste Tennis Court at The Dolder Grand for a relaxed morning of tennis and networking. All levels are welcome.

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Welcome Remarks

Join us as we open the second day of Apex Invest Europe 2026. Christiane El Habre will welcome delegates back to The Dolder Grand and set the stage for another day of insightful discussions.

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Join us as we open the second day of Apex Invest Europe 2026. Christiane El Habre will welcome delegates back to The Dolder Grand and set the stage for another day of insightful discussions. 

Speakers:
Christiane El Habre, Global Head of Family Offices, Regional Managing Director Middle East, Apex Group
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The Transatlantic Investment Landscape with U.S. Ambassador to Luxembourg Stacey Feinberg

As Europe and the United States navigate shifting economic priorities, technological competition and geopolitical uncertainty, what does the future hold for transatlantic investment? This conversation explores the opportunities for cross-border capital, innovation and collaboration, and the importance of strengthening economic ties with U.S. Ambassador to Luxembourg Stacey Feinberg.

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As Europe and the United States navigate shifting economic priorities, technological competition and geopolitical uncertainty, what does the future hold for transatlantic investment? This conversation explores the opportunities for cross-border capital, innovation and collaboration, and the importance of strengthening economic ties with U.S. Ambassador to Luxembourg Stacey Feinberg. 

Speakers:
Stacey Feinberg, Ambassador, U.S. Embassy Luxembourg
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Family Offices: Direct Investing, Co-Investing, and Next Generation Capital Allocation

How families are balancing control, access, and diversification while adapting their capital allocation to reflect changing markets, values, and long-term objectives.

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How families are balancing control, access, and diversification while adapting their capital allocation to reflect changing markets, values, and long-term objectives. 

Speakers:
Liz Verwilghen, Principal, Stolzenbach SFO
Benoit Robertz, Founding Partner, MTM Capital Partners
Dr. Alexandra Cook, Managing Director, Dynastillion / Sunburst Ventures Florida and Puerto Rico
Thaddeus J. Cook, Vice President of Investments, Dynastillion / Sunburst Ventures Florida
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Private Market Secondaries: Clarifying Opportunities

As liquidity remains constrained across private markets, secondaries are becoming an increasingly important tool for both investors and managers. This session will explore where opportunities are emerging, how pricing is evolving, and the role secondaries can play in portfolio construction and liquidity management.

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As liquidity remains constrained across private markets, secondaries are becoming an increasingly important tool for both investors and managers. This session will explore where opportunities are emerging, how pricing is evolving, and the role secondaries can play in portfolio construction and liquidity management. 

Speakers:
Bobby Console-Verma, Founder and CEO, 1fs - one Financial Suite
Ieva Balciute, Strategic Advisor, Single Family Offices
Sam Copley, Partner, Peleh Advisors
Federica Rayneri, Secondaries Investor, Lombard Odier
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Defence, Cybersecurity & Strategic Infrastructure: New Allocation Themes

Rising geopolitical tensions and rapid technological advances are driving renewed investment interest in defense, cybersecurity, space and critical infrastructure. This panel explores the emerging opportunities across these strategic sectors, the role of private capital and how investors are assessing long-term growth and risk.

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Rising geopolitical tensions and rapid technological advances are driving renewed investment interest in defense, cybersecurity, space and critical infrastructure. This panel explores the emerging opportunities across these strategic sectors, the role of private capital and how investors are assessing long-term growth and risk. 

Speakers:
Matthias Knab, CEO, Opalesque
Patrick Aisher, Chairman, Kinled Holding
Dr Markus Federle, Managing Partner, Tholus Capital / MISSION 2044
Dr. Stephan E. Knobloch, Principal & Family Officer, SFO
Damian Perl, Chairman, Damazein Family Office
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Networking Break

Coffee, Networking, & Meetings.

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Coffee, Networking, & Meetings.   

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Workshop: The Digital Asset Reset - What's Changed for Allocators

What is still stopping institutional capital from allocating to digital assets? From volatility and governance to diversification, yield and uncorrelated returns, this discussion will examine what has changed - and what still needs to change - for crypto to earn a meaningful place in institutional portfolios.

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What is still stopping institutional capital from allocating to digital assets? From volatility and governance to diversification, yield and uncorrelated returns, this discussion will examine what has changed - and what still needs to change - for crypto to earn a meaningful place in institutional portfolios.

Speakers:
Karl Naim, Chief Commercial Officer, XBTO
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AI: Doom or Boom

AI's growing role in society, the opportunities and risks created by rapid adoption, and the increasing need for trusted, privacy-preserving infrastructure and governance frameworks.

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AI's growing role in society, the opportunities and risks created by rapid adoption, and the increasing need for trusted, privacy-preserving infrastructure and governance frameworks. 

Speakers:
Nicholas Longano, Head of Apex Invest, Apex Distribution
Marc Degen, Member Board of Directors, Telecom Liechtenstein
Max Kantelia, Co-Founder, Zilliqa Group
Helen Wang, Chief AI and Data Officer, Apex Group
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Sustainable Energy Initiatives: Innovation = Power

As global energy demand rises, new technologies are reshaping how power is generated, stored, and distributed. This panel explores the innovations attracting capital, the challenges of scaling new energy solutions and the investment opportunities emerging across the energy transition.

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As global energy demand rises, new technologies are reshaping how power is generated, stored, and distributed. This panel explores the innovations attracting capital, the challenges of scaling new energy solutions and the investment opportunities emerging across the energy transition. 

Speakers:
Gert Dijkstra, Non Executive, GJD IM & C
Oli Harris, Partner, Dream Ventures / GXM Family Office
Richard Benson-Armer, Global Head of Advisory, CREO Syndicate
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Building a Winning Digital Asset Portfolio

Beyond the investment thesis, what does it actually take to buy, hold, and manage digital assets at an institutional level? This panel explores the practical considerations of investing in crypto, from custody and security to liquidity, trading, regulatory compliance and operational risk, and how investors can navigate the complexities of managing digital assets within a broader portfolio.

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Beyond the investment thesis, what does it actually take to buy, hold, and manage digital assets at an institutional level? This panel explores the practical considerations of investing in crypto, from custody and security to liquidity, trading, regulatory compliance and operational risk, and how investors can navigate the complexities of managing digital assets within a broader portfolio. 
 

Speakers:
Diana Biggs, Founder & Principal, Nausicaa
Anthony Bassili, President, Coinbase Asset Management
Freddie Mead, Managing Director, Howden Re
Karl Naim, Chief Commercial Officer, XBTO
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Sports, Athlete Venture Investing, and Prediction Markets

Where do the real returns lie in sports investing, how should investors assess the risks? This panel explores opportunities across sports ownership, athlete-backed ventures, licensing and prediction markets, examining how investors evaluate valuations, scarcity, shifting consumer behavior and the impact of emerging technologies, while navigating risks and building resilient investment strategies.

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Where do the real returns lie in sports investing, how should investors assess the risks? This panel explores opportunities across sports ownership, athlete-backed ventures, licensing and prediction markets, examining how investors evaluate valuations, scarcity, shifting consumer behavior and the impact of emerging technologies, while navigating risks and building resilient investment strategies. 

Speakers:
Ciaran Fitzgerald-Morgan, SVP, Capital & Strategic Partnerships, TEAM
Nathan Pillai, Co-Founder, Partner, Synexus Capital
Florian Resatsch, Viessmann, Veissmann Generations Group
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Why Innovation Matters: Building Economies that Attract Investment with the Hon. E. David Burt, Premier of Bermuda

Drawing on Bermuda's experience, Premier the Hon. E. David Burt, JP, MP, explores how embracing emerging technologies, establishing regulatory clarity and adopting forward-thinking policies can strengthen economic competitiveness, attract international capital and create new opportunities for investors and businesses.

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Drawing on Bermuda's experience, Premier the Hon. E. David Burt, JP, MP, explores how embracing emerging technologies, establishing regulatory clarity and adopting forward-thinking policies can strengthen economic competitiveness, attract international capital and create new opportunities for investors and businesses. 

Speakers:
Premier the Hon. E. David Burt, JP, MP, Premier and Minister of Finance, Government of Bermuda
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Networking Lunch

Lunch and Networking.

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Lunch and Networking.

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Private Wine Tasting with 1275 - Scarcity is Not Enough: Making Fine Wine Investable

The world's best wines are finite. Bottles are consumed, production stays constrained, and climate change is redrawing the map of the famed regions. Bur scarcity alone doesn't make fine wine investable - long-term value rests on demonstrable authenticity, faultless provenance and an unbroken chain of custody.

Over lunch, we'll set out what turns exceptional bottles into a traceable, institution-grade real asset, and pour a small selection of wines to taste alongside the discussion & canapes.

Pre-booking only, spaces limited.

Full Description:

The world's best wines are finite. Bottles are consumed, production stays constrained, and climate change is redrawing the map of the famed regions. Bur scarcity alone doesn't make fine wine investable - long-term value rests on demonstrable authenticity, faultless provenance and an unbroken chain of custody. 

Over lunch, we'll set out what turns exceptional bottles into a traceable, institution-grade real asset, and pour a small selection of wines to taste alongside the discussion & canapes. 

Pre-booking only, spaces limited. 

Speakers:
Chloe Ashton, Managing Director, 1275 SA
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One-on-One Capital Meetings

Curated LP-GP meetings.

Full Description:

Curated LP-GP meetings.

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Coffee Break

Coffee will be served upstairs in the upstairs Mezzanine to grab during your One-on-One Capital Meetings.

Full Description:

Coffee will be served upstairs in the upstairs Mezzanine to grab during your One-on-One Capital Meetings. 

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Evening Drinks Reception

Private VIP Dinners

After Party in the City!

Speakers

Learn more about the industry experts and thought leaders presenting at our event.

Who attends: The Ratio of Allocators to Managers is 2:1

Experience a unique approach! Our events and investor relations team offer a tailored one-on-one meeting format for managers and allocators. Invest your time and funds wisely by meeting the right people and building relationships.

*RIAs, Banks, Pensions, Endowments, Foundations, Corporates, Insurance and Sovereign Wealth Funds.

**Independent Asset Managers, Individuals, and Seeders.

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