Join asset owners, asset managers and investment industry thought leaders and experts at Mercer’s Global Investment Forum Asia in Hong Kong

Mercer’s Global Investment Forums convene the investment community and thought leaders from around the world to discuss pressing topics at the forefront of investors’ minds, including the impact of climate change, alternative investments, AI and managing portfolios through volatility.

Each event offers a day of main sessions, specialist streams and panel discussions, keynote address and networking opportunities. Attendance is complimentary for asset owners and clients*, but spaces are limited so we invite you to secure your seat today. See full agenda here.

Agenda

Wednesday, September 25

1:30 – 2:00 pm | Welcome desk
2:00 – 2:15 pm | Our investment engine — An inside tour
2:15 – 2:40 pm | What do asset owners want — Developed versus emerging
2:40 – 3:00 pm | Local client trends
3:00 – 3:30 pm | Reference portfolios — Objective led framework
3:30 – 4:15 pm | Coffee break
3:35 – 4:05 pm | Research and OCIO 101
4:15 – 4:40 pm | Breakouts — Round 1 (Equity, Hedge funds, Multi-asset, Strategic research)
4:55 – 5:20 pm | Breakouts — Round 2 (Equity, Fixed income, Private capital, Real assets)
5:35 – 6:00 pm | Breakouts — Round 3 (Fixed income, Multi-asset, Private capital, Strategic research)
6:00 – 8:00 pm | Welcome reception and networking

See full asset manager briefing here.

Thursday, September 26

Graham Elliot, Wealth Leader, Asia

Jean de Kock, Head of Fixed Income Manager Research, APAC
Garvan McCarthy, Chief Investment Officer — EMEA and Asia

Vincent Au, Chief Investment Officer, ALPS Capital Management Limited
William KN Chan, Chief Investment Officer, HSBC Insurance HK
Wisely Ngai, Vice President, Finance, Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing Limited
Niall O’Sullivan, Global Solutions Chief Investment Officer (moderator)

Johnny Adji, Alternatives Investment Leader, Asia
Wen Ting Geok, Head of Private Equity, Asia

Dave McMillan, Global CIO, Hedge Funds
David Scopelliti, Global Leader for Private Equity and Private Debt
Jo Holden, Global Head of Investment Research and Consulting (moderator)

Igor Evangelij, Head of Sentinel, Asia
Shaun Tan, Head of Portfolio Intelligence, Asia

Divyaa Mohan, Senior Manager — Portfolio Management Solutions, Asia
Cameron Systermans, Head of Multi-Asset, Asia

Dr. Mark Konyn, Group Chief Investment Officer, AIA Group
Adeline Tan, Wealth Business Leader, Hong Kong (moderator)

Nick White, Global Strategic Research Director

Simon Coxeter, Global Head of Multi-Asset Manager Research 

Nisa Leung, Managing Partner, Qiming Venter Partners
Robert Ronneberger, Head of Business Development, Asia (moderator)

Mick Dempsey, President, Wealth

Location and hotel

Grand Hyatt, Hong Kong

1 Harbour Road
Hong Kong
+852 2588 1234
hongkong.grand@hyatt.com
Hotel website

Situated on Hong Kong Island facing the world-famous Victoria Harbour, Grand Hyatt Hong Kong redefines hotel luxury and offers facilities and amenities to meet your every need.

Hotel booking information

Hotel accommodation can be booked here. Mercer has reserved a block of hotel rooms at the Grand Hyatt Hong Kong at a rate of HK$3,100 for garden views, and HK$3,500 for harbour views, rate includes Wi-Fi. Discounted rates are available until August 27, 2024. Reservations made after this date will be based on hotel availability and at the prevailing rate. 

Accommodation terms & conditions

Hotel room cancellations must be received by August 27, 2024. Failure to cancel prior to August 27 will result in being charged for the duration of your stay.

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Which attendee are you?

For the purposes of the Forum, an asset owner is a client or contact of Mercer who is an executive, board member or other key decision-maker of a retirement plan, wealth management firm, insurer, endowment, foundation, government agency or similar entity. Invited asset owners do not have to pay registration fee.

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The asset manager registration fee for this event is 12,350 USD for one attendee. Registration includes attendance at the asset manager briefing, attendance at the networking opportunities, main presentations and breakout sessions, up to five virtual 30 minute one-to-one sessions, opportunities to make new professional connections with hundreds of other attendees and all session materials after the event.

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Global members have a secured seat at all five events. If you have purchased a global membership for the Global Investment Forums 2024 program, you can register as a global forum member. Please contact us if you are not sure of your status or click here to sign up for a global membership.

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