Join Us for a Two-Day Conference

And Our 10-Year Anniversary

Talking Hedge

Chicago 2026


Rethinking Risk:

How Hedge Funds Drive Portfolio Resilience


November 11 & 12 | Chicago, IL

theWIt Hotel

Including:

The Evolving Managers & Investors Exchange

A manager showcase for allocators seeking access to early-stage 
and evolving managers, new strategies, and fresh ideas.

Institutional Asset Owners Receive Complimentary Registration


We have negotiated a limited number of rooms at a discount rate at theWit Hotel 
for our registrants. First come, first served.

The special discount rate will expire October 20, 2026.

Institutional Investor Perspectives on Due Diligence


• Manager selection: What are the key considerations institutional investors assess when conducting operational due diligence on new managers?

• Emerging ODD trends: How are due diligence priorities and expectations evolving?

• AI and operating models: How are investors assessing the adoption of AI and changes such as increased outsourcing and fractionalisation of operating functions?

• Red flags: What are the most significant warning signs investors look for, and which issues can ultimately prevent an allocation?

Moderated by:

Brian Digney, CAIA

Research and Content Director SBAI - Standards Board for Alternative Investments

Maxime Kimpton, CAIA

Principal

Operational Risk Management Innocap Group

Michael Lynch

Senior Director

Operational Due Diligence

Caisse de dépôt et placement du Québec (CDPQ)

 Ryan Moulton
Director of Operational Due Diligence

New Holland Capital 

Meet Us in Chicago!



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