23 - 24 March 2027
Hedge Fund COO
Summit | APAC
Grand Hyatt Macau
The leading retreat for APAC hedge funds The Hedge Fund COO Summit | APAC is a highly exclusive and invitation-only event for senior operational leaders from APAC’s largest and most innovative hedge funds.
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Setting the standard for APAC hedge fund operations
The Hedge Fund COO Summit | APAC brings over 250 senior operational leaders from across the region for two days of peer driven discussion, strategic insight, and high-level networking.
Featuring 40+ expert speakers, the 2026 agenda tackled the most critical priorities facing APAC hedge fund COOs, from managing the rapid growth of SMAs and increasing customisation, to scaling quant and systematic strategies, and identifying where operational leaders are unlocking alpha and efficiency gains in an increasingly complex risk environment.
Beyond the agenda, the Summit delivers unrivalled networking opportunities with senior peers from APAC’s most innovative and influential hedge funds, creating a trusted environment to connect, exchange ideas, and build meaningful professional relationships.
Connecting hedge fund leaders
Strictly by invitation, the Hedge Fund COO Summit | APAC is the region’s leading retreat for senior operational executives from Asia-Pacific’s most prominent and innovative hedge funds. From billion-dollar COOs to rising stars from innovative new launches, this is where real-world challenges are unpacked in a confidential, high-calibre environment.
Across two days of closed-door roundtables, intimate discussions and standout networking, attendees share real-world challenges, debate emerging risks, and explore new approaches with their peers. It’s a space to step back, exchange ideas, and shape the future of hedge fund operations in the region.
2026 in numbers
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330+
Attendees
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250+
Managers
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200+
Firms
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90+
Attendees with
$1bn+ AUM |
45+
Speakers
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Content highlights
The Summit features a CPD-certified agenda shaped in partnership with our regional advisory board to reflect the most urgent challenges and strategic opportunities facing operational leaders today.
Held under the Chatham House Rule, the Summit combines peer-led sessions, focused roundtables and curated networking to deliver a confidential, high-impact environment where senior executives can share openly, debate ideas, and connect meaningfully with their peers.
2026 topics included: ⤑ The rise and rise of SMAs: Overcoming complexities in a world of customization ⤑ Scaling the quant frontier: Setting up infrastructure & taking advantage of the systematic boom ⤑ Operational alpha: Where are COOs finding efficiency gains today? ⤑ Lessons in launching in Hong Kong vs Singapore ⤑ Vendor risk and due diligence - what you need to know |
A five-star retreat for APAC leadersAfter a landmark 15th anniversary event, the Hedge Fund COO Summit | APAC returns to the Grand Hyatt Macau, the iconic, five-star retreat. Located within the City of Dreams in the Cotai area, the Grand Hyatt Macau offered a stunning environment to inspire discussion, support learning, and encourage meaningful connections. Delegates will benefit from complimentary accommodation (subject to availability). |
Be part of the conversation
The Hedge Fund COO Summit | APAC is the annual retreat for the region’s most senior operational leaders.
Our sponsorship opportunities are designed to maximise meaningful engagement, brand alignment and ROI. Sponsor passes are limited to ensure a high buyer-to-vendor ratio and offer your firm’s representatives quality time and exposure to major decision-makers.
2026 Sponsors
Gold sponsors | Activity Sponsors | Associate Sponsors
Gold sponsors
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Secure your attendanceWhether you're looking to benchmark strategies, build influential connections, or elevate your brand with APAC’s leading hedge funds, the Hedge Fund COO Summit | APAC is where it happens. Places are limited to maintain the quality of discussion and networking so apply to attend now. |
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