Name: Pension Bridge Annual 2023
Start: 2023-04-17 16:00
End: 2023-04-19 20:35
Location: The Fairmont, San Francisco

The Fairmont, San Francisco
April 17-19, 2023

The number one investment conference in North America returns this spring!

For the past 17 years the Pension Bridge Annual has been attracting the who's who of the investment industry. We're known for putting on high caliber, industry leading conferences with the top North American investment professionals in attendance - and the 2023 event will be no different!

This year we expect more than 200 leaders from the largest institutional investors, family offices and investment consultants to join us, alongside a limited number of attendees from blue-chip asset management firms. Our strictly controlled attendance structure ensures an optimal environment for all attendees to forge new relationships that will provide benefits long after the conference concludes.

Taking place at a new, exclusive venue, The Fairmont San Francisco, this is an event you will not want to miss!

Featured Keynote Speakers

Andrew Junkin
Chief Investment Officer
Virginia Retirement System

As CIO for the Virginia Retirement System (VRS), Andrew Junkin manages and oversees the investment program for the $100 billion fund that serves over 800,000 active members, retirees and beneficiaries.

Before coming to VRS, Junkin served as the Chief Investment Officer for the State of Rhode Island’s pension, defined contribution, and 529 plans, as well as cash and operating funds and debt management program.

Nassim Nicholas Taleb
Distinguished Scientific Advisor
Universa Investments L.P.

Nassim Nicholas Taleb spent 21 years as a risk taker (quantitative trader) before becoming a researcher in philosophical, mathematical and (mostly) practical problems with probability.

Taleb is the author of a multivolume essay, the Incerto (The Black Swan, Fooled by Randomness, Antifragile, and Skin in the Game) covering broad facets of uncertainty. His work has been published into 49 languages.

Hear from leaders in the industry

In addition to Andrew and Nassim, our speaker line-up features top investment experts sharing influential insights on how to invest for outperformance while positioning defensively, including:

Alison Romano, CEO & CIO, San Francisco Employees’ Retirement System
Craig Husting, CIO, PSRS/PEERS
Andrew Green, Managing Director, Investments, TTC Pension Plan
Derrick Dagnan, CIO, Fort Worth Employees Retirement Fund
Farouki Majeed, CIO, OSERS
John Nicollinl, Managing Director, Verus
Anirudh Chowdhry, Head of Investments, FCERA
Scott Parrish, Head of Private Equity, SWIB
Tajeshwar Sidhu, Portfolio Manager, HOOPP
And many more!

Focusing on topics of the moment

This year’s agenda will face up to the challenges facing the investment management industry as it comes to terms with the effects of an extended period of high interest rates and high inflation, and the growing threats of market volatility, geopolitical instability, and a global recession. Add in dedicated sessions on both traditional and alternative investments, the Annual 2023 will once again be the must-attend event for those looking for extensive in-depth discussions and exclusive networking.

Engaging formats, driving candid conversations with the people who matter

Pension Bridge events are known for delivering a premier mix of education and networking. Delivered through a variety of formats – including keynote presentations, targeted breakout sessions, intimate fireside chats, and three networking cocktail receptions – this year's conference will stimulate honest and open conversations, providing you with new insights into the challenges and opportunities facing the investment management industry.

Maintaining our industry leading 1:1 ratio

As always, we aim to maintain a 1:1 ratio of investors/investments consultants to manager attendees, leading to a favorable attendee mix and a vibrant and enjoyable environment for all.

We have a range of bespoke sponsorship packages, to ensure you get the most from your attendance at the event. For more information, please complete the Find Out More form and a member of our team will be in touch.

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