CTA EXPO New York 2016
For the first time the New York event on April 21, 2016 will be a combination of the Emerging Manager Forum and CTA Expo. The Expo / Forum is a one day conference consisting of speakers and panels combined with extensive networking opportunities. Attendees can attend any of the presentations throughout the day or decide to talk and network with other industry professionals.
Topics include:
Presentation of the CTAExpo Lifetime Achievement Award
Recipient: Sol Waksman (Barclay Hedge, Ltd)
An Insider’s Look at Platforms…Their Selection and Use for Managers and Investors
The panel will discuss guidelines for making the decision that the use of a platform is the right decision for investors and managers and what criteria should be used when selecting a platform.
The Astrology of Alternatives…What Investors and Managers Should Expect in 2016 and Beyond
A bestselling author and globally recognized expert in alternatives investments will discuss the impact of current events on managers and the impact these events are having on investor decisions.
Bob Swarup, PhD. (Camdor Global)
Marketing Your Strategy & Out Marketing Your Competitors
Bruce Frumerman is an expert in helping financial service firms create brand identities for their organizations and in developing marketing strategies and programs. He will discuss how to differentiate yourself in a crowded investment landscape.
Keynote Speaker
Trading Traps…Too Many to Count
Peter Borish is a prominent alternative industry pioneer, investor and opinion leader. He will discuss roadblocks he has experienced during a successful career and their impact on investment decisions.
Peter Borish (Quad Capital)
Manager Operational Issues in 2016 and Their Impact on the Investment Decision
Research has shown about 80% of the investment decision a client makes is based on factors other than track record. Managers are confronted with new legal and operational issues each year. They must keep abreast of these issues to satisfy clients. The panelist will discuss new challenges that face managers in 2016 as a result of regulatory changes.
Emerging Manager Selection…An Investors Perspective
A look at what three asset allocators consider before they make a decision to invest with an Alternative Manager and what managers need to know before they market to the investment universe represented by each panelist.
Emerging Managers and Emerging Manger Investors…Opportunities in Marketing
and Investing in Europe
Date: Thursday April 21, 2016
Time: 8am to 4:30pm. Cocktail reception immediately following
Location: The Roosevelt Hotel, 45 E 45th Street, New York, New York,
For more information and registration click here