Please note that online registration for this event has now closed, but onsite registrations are welcome on the day.
Join us for an insightful seminar that delves into key topics in the international funds industry. Find out about the latest developments in the European regulatory landscape, learn about key considerations for launching ETFs in Europe, and hear about future trends in private assets.
The event will feature engaging panel discussions, thought-provoking keynote addresses, and a networking drinks reception to conclude the day.
Agenda
14:30 - Registration & Coffee
15:00 - Welcome Address
Nick Blake Knox, Chairperson, Irish Funds & Partner, Walkers
MC & Introductions: Barry Hurley, CACEIS
15:05 - Irish Government Address
Jennifer Carroll MacNeill TD, Minister for Health
15:15 - Fireside Chat: The Investment Landscape 2025
Olaolu Aganga, U.S. Chief Investment Officer, Mercer
interviewed by Des Fullam, Chief Regulatory & Client Solutions Officer, Carne
15:35 - Update: European Regulatory Insights
Panellists:
Dan Forbes, Waystone
Micheal Barr, A&L Goodbody
Jane Kirkland, Broadridge
16:00 - Panel Discussion: Entering the European ETF Market: Standalone, White Label or Listed Share Class
Moderator: Claire O’Brien, CITI
Panellists:
Sandra Testani, American Century Investments
Bruce Kavanaugh, Pacer Advisors
Darren Griffin, Deloitte
David Walsh, Dillon Eustace
16:35 - The Irish Funds Lifetime Achievement Award
Presented to John Perlowski, Managing Director, BlackRock
introduction by Andrew O’Callaghan, Partner, PwC
16:55 - Panel Discussion: The Private Funds Toolkit - Launching from Ireland
Moderator: Paul Traynor, EisnerAmper
Panellists:
Scott Parkin, Zeidler Group
Lloyd Collier, JTC Group
Meliosa O'Caoimh, Northern Trust
17:30 - Closing Remarks
Natasha Haugh, Director, Irish Funds
17:35 - Networking Drinks
Kindly sponsored by Northern Trust