All sessions are indicated in local time.

9.30 - 10.15
Registration and breakfast

10.15 - 10.20
Welcome address by ALFI

Speaker
Britta Borneff
Britta Borneff
ALFI

CMO

10.20 - 10.30
Welcome address by the Honorary Consul of Luxembourg in Miami and the Consul General of Luxembourg in New York

Speaker
James.S Cassel
James.S Cassel
Consulate in Miami

Honorary Consul of the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg

Luc Decker
Luc Decker
Luxembourg Trade and Investment Office, New York

Consul General and Executive Director

10.30 - 10.35
Introduction by the Master of Ceremony

Master of Ceremony
Eduardo Gramuglia Pallavicino
Eduardo Gramuglia Pallavicino
Citibank Europe plc, Luxembourg Branch

Citi Country Officer & Banking Head

10.35 - 10.50
Why Luxembourg? Key trends and growth drivers

This presentation explores why Luxembourg remains a global leader in the investment fund industry. It provides an overview of current market trends and key growth drivers, highlighting Luxembourg’s strategic positioning within European and global markets. Attendees will gain insight into what makes Luxembourg attractive to fund managers and investors – from its deep expertise and robust infrastructure to its global distribution capabilities. This session is designed for professionals seeking to understand the competitive advantages Luxembourg offers for fund domiciliation, cross-border distribution, and long-term growth.

Speaker
Serene Shtayyeh
Serene Shtayyeh
PricewaterhouseCoopers, Société Coopérative

Partner

10.50 - 11.30
How to launch and run a fund in Luxembourg: lessons from the field

Luxembourg remains the leading hub for cross-border investment funds, offering a robust regulatory framework and global distribution capabilities. Successfully launching and operating a fund in this jurisdiction requires strategic planning, regulatory understanding, and operational know-how. This panel brings together experts from across the industry to guide attendees through the full fund lifecycle—from structuring and authorisation to day-to-day operations and governance. Panellists will discuss key considerations such as choosing the right fund vehicle, navigating regulatory requirements, working with local service providers, and managing compliance and reporting obligations. Real-world insights, recent market developments, and practical tips will help attendees understand what it takes to build and run a successful fund in Luxembourg.

Moderator
Emmanuel Gutton
Emmanuel Gutton
White & Case s.à.r.l.

Partner

Panellists
Marcus  Vinicius Goncalves
Marcus Vinicius Goncalves
Franklin Templeton Investments

Sales Head-US Offshore

Melanie Hopper
Melanie Hopper
ONE

Group Legal Lead

Cyril Schopfer
Cyril Schopfer
CACEIS

Country Managing Director, USA

11.35 - 11.55
Networking coffee break

12.00 - 12.15
The dynamics of cross-border distribution

A presentation of the dynamics of cross-border UCITS distribution in the US Non-Resident and Latin American wealth channels. Topics addressed will include product/operational/marketing requirements, assets and flows by category, and a view on opportunities and challenges managers are facing in today’s market, including a flight to passives and the emergence of semi-liquid alternative investments.

Speaker
Chris Stapleton
Chris Stapleton
The AMCS Group

Co-founder and Managing Partner

12.15 - 12.55
Luxembourg as a private wealth and family office destination

Luxembourg has emerged as a premier European centre for private wealth management, offering a unique combination of political stability, robust regulatory frameworks, and a full ecosystem of financial, legal, and advisory services. This panel will explore why Luxembourg continues to attract high-net-worth individuals (HNWIs), family offices, and wealth managers seeking sophisticated, cross-border solutions. Panellists will discuss the key advantages of Luxembourg as a jurisdiction for private wealth structuring, including flexible legal vehicles, tax-efficient solutions, estate and succession planning tools, and its expanding role in sustainable and impact investing.
The session will also examine how Luxembourg’s financial ecosystem is adapting to serve the next generation of wealth holders, and how technology, regulation, and client expectations are reshaping the private wealth landscape.

Moderator
Aline Nunes
Aline Nunes
Loyens & Loeff

Tax Partner

Panellists
Eduardo Gramuglia Pallavicino
Eduardo Gramuglia Pallavicino
Citibank Europe plc, Luxembourg Branch

Citi Country Officer & Banking Head

Francis Parisis
Francis Parisis
Carne Global Financial Services, Luxembourg S.à r.l.

Managing Director

Leandro Ribeiro de Souza
Leandro Ribeiro de Souza
Bhering Cabral Advogados (BHC)

Associate Tax Consultant

13.00 - 13.05
Wrap-up and closing remarks by the Master of Ceremony

13.05 - 14.15
Networking lunch