All sessions are indicated in local time.

14.15 - 15.00
Registration

15.00 - 15.10
Welcome address

Speaker
Jean-Marc Goy
Jean-Marc Goy
ALFI

Chairperson

15.15 - 15.20
Introduction by the Master of Ceremony

Master of Ceremony
Mercedes Schoendorff
Mercedes Schoendorff
Inversis

Director of Business Development and Sales

15.20 - 15.35
Market Insights Unveiled: trends that shape the future of the alternatives industry

The alternative investment industry is rapidly evolving, driven by shifts in investor preferences, market volatility, and technological advancements. Looking ahead to 2029, private capital markets, ESG-driven investments, and digital assets are set to reshape the landscape. To capitalize on these opportunities, firms prioritize access to private investors, expand and diversify portfolios, and leverage cutting-edge technology for smarter decision-making. Join us as we explore the key trends, strategic imperatives, and innovations that will define the next decade of alternative investments and how you can stay ahead in this evolving market. The future holds immense potential!

Speaker
Luis Chamorro
Luis Chamorro
EY

Partner

15.35 - 16.00
Speed briefings: Illuminating industry insights

Are you losing sleep over pressing industry concerns? ALFI offers a dynamic solution in the form of rapid-fire executive briefings that resemble the efficiency of speed dating. Our briefings are designed to address the questions that keep you awake at night, delivering essential insights on pivotal industry topics. These sessions delve into regulatory nuances and hard-hitting business facts while analysing their direct impact on the business models and value chains of asset managers, management companies, and their products. Our format is crisp and to the point, with a total of 3 briefings, each lasting just 6 minutes, interspersed with engaging Q&A sessions to ensure all your queries are met.
- Luxembourg, a leading hub for private debt funds: Bárbara González, Linklaters
- Active vs. passive ETFs: A market overview: Florent Denys, Arendt & Medernach
- Private banking and funds for HNWIs: José Ramón Puente, CA Indosuez Wealth

Moderator
Juan Cristobal Urios
Juan Cristobal Urios
Edmond de Rothschild Asset Management (Luxembourg)

Senior Business Developer & Relationship Manager

Speaker(s)
Florent Denys
Florent Denys
Arendt & Medernach

Counsel

Bárbara González
Bárbara González
Linklaters

Counsel

José Ramon Puente
José Ramon Puente
CA Indosuez Wealth (Europe) Spain

Global Structuring Director

16.00 - 16.30
Coffee break

16.30 - 16.40
Interview: Private assets unlocked: from exclusivity to accessibility

Private assets are no longer the exclusive domain of institutional investors and high-net-worth individuals. This session will kick-off with an insightful interview exploring how democratisation is transforming the private assets landscape. Learn about the innovations making private equity and alternative investments more accessible, from technological advancements to investor-friendly fund structures like RAIFs and ELTIFs. We'll also examine the pivotal role of Luxembourg’s fund ecosystem in driving these changes across Europe.
This scene-setting interview will provide essential context for the 30-minute discussion to follow, featuring three experts who will delve deeper into the topic, providing diverse perspectives on the challenges, opportunities, and implications of unlocking private assets for a broader range of investors.
Don’t miss this in-depth exploration of how private assets are reshaping the future of finance!

Interviewer