All sessions are indicated in local time.

8.00 - 9.00
Registration

9.00 - 9.10
Welcome and introduction by ALFI Chairperson

Speaker
Jean-Marc Goy
Jean-Marc Goy
ALFI

Chairperson

9.15 - 9.20
Welcome address by the Master of Ceremony

Master of Ceremony
Isabel Høg-Jensen
Isabel Høg-Jensen
BSP

Partner

9.20 - 9.50
The latest from Brussels and Luxembourg: what’s new?

A dialogue between local and Luxembourg fund specialists will aim to highlight the most important regulatory developments in Luxembourg and the EU and their practical implications for Danish managers using Luxembourg investment fund structures.

Interviewer
Britta Borneff
Britta Borneff
ALFI

CMO

Interviewee(s)
Francis Kass
Francis Kass
Arendt & Medernach

Partner

Rasmus Trosborg
Rasmus Trosborg
Nordea Investment Management

Senior Legal Counsel

9.55 - 10.35
Retailising Private Assets: Distribution dynamics, key lessons, and opportunities

The retailisation of private assets is reshaping the investment landscape, potentially offering new opportunities for individual investors to access a diverse array of alternative investment opportunities. In this space, several innovative products are designed to broaden access for retail investors. The ELTIFs and Part II funds, which provide structured access to private equity, real estate, and other alternatives, and the RAIFs and specialised toolboxes, offer streamlined solutions for creating and managing investment vehicles tailored to diverse investor needs. Evergreen funds, with their perpetual investment horizons, provide an ongoing opportunity for capital deployment and growth. Enhanced wealth management solutions are at the forefront to offer tailored financial strategies while delivering a blend of personalised, integrated traditional financial advisory services, digital tools or direct investment platforms. Last but not least, the distributors are instrumental in the process by facilitating access to retail investors, providing education, managing compliance, and offering support, while also driving product innovation and expanding market reach. The panel of experts across the value chain will give tips on how to embrace the future of investing with these dynamic solutions, designed to expand the retail investors’ portfolio and meet their evolving investment goals.

Moderator
Christophe Boyer
Christophe Boyer
Loyens & Loeff

Partner

Panellists
Bo Foged
Bo Foged
Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners

Partner and CFO

Sean Hove
Sean Hove
Finanstilsynet

Assistant Director

Maria Thorsted
Maria Thorsted
Langham Hall Luxembourg S.à r.l.

Head of Luxembourg

10.35 - 11.05
Coffee break and networking

11.05 - 11.45
Current governance trends: A practical overview for investment funds

In today's dynamic investment landscape, effective governance in the investment process and best practices significantly influence fund performance, enhance transparency, and build trust, ultimately boosting investor confidence.
Luxembourg, with its flexilble toolbox and agile ecosystem, stands out for its attractiveness and capabilities, as well as for its unique ability to manage complex funds, also in restructuring scenarios. In this favourable environment, substance is crucial, underscoring the importance of comprehensive and robust governance structures. Looking forward, with Luxembourg’s regulator ahead of the curve on ESG considerations, staying informed and embracing these evolving requirements is crucial to maintaining compliance and leveraging Luxembourg's strengths in responsible fund governance. A diverse panel of local and Luxembourg experts will address the above key topics, providing practical insights.

Moderator
Marcus Peter
Marcus Peter
GSK Stockmann SA

Partner

Panellists
Emmanuel Bégat
Emmanuel Bégat
ME Business Solutions S.à r.l.

Partner

Morten Rasten
Morten Rasten
Danske Invest Management A/S

Executive director

Carsten Stricker
Carsten Stricker
VP Bank (Luxembourg) SA

Member of the Executive Board, Head of Intermediaries Clients and Fund Service

11.50 - 12.10
Combining Danish expertise with Luxembourg infrastructure

Luxembourg stands out for its agility, offering a diverse array of flexible fund structures and operational models tailored to both local and international needs. In this testimonial, Gast Juncker interviews Pernille Sindby, who shares her experience, highlighting Luxembourg's effectiveness in enabling swift fund operations through streamlined regulatory processes, advanced technological infrastructure, and a business-friendly environment.

Interviewer
Gast Juncker
Gast Juncker
Elvinger Hoss Prussen S.A.

Partner

Interviewee(s)
Pernille Sindby
Pernille Sindby
Nykredit

Group Managing Director

12.10 - 12.15
Wrap-up and closing remarks

12.15 - 13.30
Networking and closing lunch