WFOI Flagship Event

2nd Middle East & Europe Alternative Investment Forum

Jun 25th - 26th, 2025
UK London
300+ Attendees
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Platinum Sponsor

Industry Partner

Industry Leaders

Distinguished Speakers

Meet the global thought leaders and investment experts sharing their insights

Mohammed Al Aidroos

Mohammed Al Aidroos

Advisor, Ministry of Education – UAE
Hanif Shaikh

Hanif Shaikh

Chairman , Emirates Holding Group
Kambiz Shekdar

Kambiz Shekdar

Board Member, Abu Dhabi & Dubai Global BioTech Committee
Tim Hames

Tim Hames

Director General of the British Private Equity and Venture Capital Association (BVCA), Author of "Trump II: Why He Won. What It Means For The World "
Professor Yu Xiong, CEng PhD

Professor Yu Xiong, CEng PhD

University of Oxford
Marco Busca

Marco Busca

Head of Indirect Private Debt at Generali Asset Management S.p.A.
Partish Dubey

Partish Dubey

Managing Director, Kuber Capital Ltd
Jürgen Blumberg

Jürgen Blumberg

COO, Goldman Sachs
Shai Umradia CC

Shai Umradia CC

City of London Corporation, Common Councillor, Aldgate Ward
Christophe Lenouvel

Christophe Lenouvel

CEO - Solvo Capital
Peter Meli

Peter Meli

Economic Attache' - Malta High Commission
Dr. Christina Yan Zhang

Dr. Christina Yan Zhang

UN ITU Co-chair of CitiVerse Group: Citizen-centred Digital Future
Hamza El-Gomati

Hamza El-Gomati

CAIA, Cambridge Associates
Andrea M. Cosentino

Andrea M. Cosentino

Hult International Business School
Alex Bebov

Alex Bebov

CEO, BAC Securities
Pranav Jyoti

Pranav Jyoti

CIO, The Private Office of H.H. Sheikh Ahmed Bin Faisal Al-Qassimi for Strategic Alliances and Policies
Adrian Niculescu

Adrian Niculescu

Chief Marketing Officer TOMORROWerse Capital & TMRW Venture Network
Zoe (Zee) West

Zoe (Zee) West

CIO, Picnic Bank
Sir Andrew Likierman

Sir Andrew Likierman

Professor, London Business School
Oisin Crawley

Oisin Crawley

Principal, Roek Vana Ltd
Marc FAUBEAU

Marc FAUBEAU

Jacobi Asset Management
Melwin Mehta

Melwin Mehta

CEO, Sterling Investment Management
Zaid Al-Qaimi

Zaid Al-Qaimi

Managing Partners, Patrimium, Global Multi-Family Office
David Beckett

David Beckett

Founding Partner, SC LOWY
Alan Boyd

Alan Boyd

Chairman, SmartXgroup
Asad Aftab

Asad Aftab

CFA, FCCA Esterad Bank B.S.C.
Kinson Lo

Kinson Lo

CEO, Dot Investing
Nate Macmillan

Nate Macmillan

Decarbonisation & Green Innovation Director
Enes Guzel

Enes Guzel

UK Country Advisor at Investment Office of the Presidency of the Republic of Turkiye
Kishore Lulla

Kishore Lulla

Chairman, Eros Group
James Hurrell

James Hurrell

Managing Partner, Princípio Capital

Join us for two days of insightful discussions and networking

08:30 - 09:45

Registration & Networking

Check-in and enjoy networking over continental breakfast

09:45 - 10:00

Trump’s Influence on Global Finance , Diplomacy, and Markets

1. How will Donald Trump’s potential return influence global trade dynamics? 2. How is the ongoing war affecting market slowdowns in Europe? 3. How can Europe reduce economic dependence on the U.S.?

10:00 - 10:45

Trump and Europe: Stronger Ties or Further Division?

1. Will Trump push Europe to increase its economic and military independence? 2. America First: What Does It Mean for Globalization? 3. Trump vs. the EU: Can Europe Withstand Another America-First Agenda? 4. The Middle East as a Bridge Between China and Europe

10:45 - 11:30

China-Middle East-Europe: The New Axis for PE Growth?

1. How are global political shifts influencing PE investment strategies? 2.The Future of LP-GP Partnerships: Are We Entering a New Era of Alignment? 3.War, Sanctions, and Capital Flows: The New Reality for Global PE 4. Can Europe sustain its strong relationship with U.S. investors, or will political tensions drive a shift toward Asia and the Middle East?

11:30 - 12:00

Coffee Break & Exclusive Investor Networking

12:00 - 12:45

LP & GP:Hedge Funds & ETF – The Future of Alternative Investments

1. Shifting Dynamics: How are LPs re-evaluating hedge funds and ETFs in their portfolios? 2. Performance vs. Liquidity: Are hedge funds still delivering alpha, or are ETFs becoming the preferred vehicle? 3. Innovation & Strategy: Exploring AI-driven strategies, quant funds, and thematic ETFs.

12:45 - 14:00

Private Networking Lunch

14:00 - 14:45

LP & GP: Secondaries, Distressed & Special Situations – Finding Alpha in Uncertain Times

1.The Rise of Secondaries – A New Liquidity Solution for LPs & GPs. 2.Distressed Investing – Capitalizing on Market Disruptions. 3.Special Situations & Opportunistic Strategies.

14:45 - 15:30

LP Perspective – The Next Frontier: Alternative Asset Classes Redefining Family Office Portfolios

1. Beyond Traditional Alternatives – What’s Next for Family Office Portfolios? 2. Private Credit & Secondaries – The New Core Allocation for Family Offices? 3. Venture Capital vs. Growth Equity – Where is Smart Money Flowing?

15:30 - 16:00

Coffee Break & Strategic Networking

16:00 - 16:45

LP & GP : The Next Big Play: Real Estate & Hospitality Investments Across Continents

1. Global Real Estate Trends – Where is Capital Flowing? 2. Hospitality & Tourism Investment – A Post-Pandemic Boom?

16:45 - 17:30

LP & GP : The Future of Infrastructure & Energy Investment Between Europe & the GCC

1.Strengthening Europe-GCC Investment Ties in Infrastructure & Energy. 2.Energy Transition – The Role of the Green Future.

17:30 - 19:00

Exclusive Networking Cocktail Reception

08:30 - 09:30

Registration & Networking

Coffee and light breakfast

09:30 - 09:45

Opening Insights

10:00 - 10:45

LP& GP : Alternative Credit & Private Debt – The New Yield Opportunity

1. Why institutional investors are increasing allocations to private credit 2. The rise of direct lending, mezzanine financing, and distressed debt in Europe & GCC 3. How interest rate cycles are impacting private debt markets

10:45 - 11:30

The Rise of Digital Assets & Tokenization in Alternative Investment Portfolios

1.Tokenized private equity and real estate: Hype or the future? 2. How institutional investors are approaching digital assets and blockchain technology 3. The regulatory landscape for tokenized investments in Europe vs. the Middle East

11:30 - 12:00

Coffee Break & Investor Networking

12:00 - 12:45

LP & GP : The Next Frontier: Investing in Sports, Media, and Entertainment

1. Middle Eastern capital reshaping European football and sports franchises 2. Why private equity and sovereign wealth funds are eyeing media & content production 3. The future of esports, gaming, and digital entertainment investments

12:45 - 14:00

Private Networking Lunch

14:00 - 14:45

LP Persfective : Sovereign Wealth & Family Offices – The Shift from Passive to Active Investments

1. Why family offices are moving away from traditional LP roles 2. Co-investments, direct deals, and control strategies 3. How Europe’s family offices are expanding into the Middle East

14:45 - 15:30

VC : Unicorns & Scale-Ups – Middle East & Europe as Growth Partners

1. Why European startups are looking to the Middle East for expansion capital 2. The role of sovereign wealth funds and VC firms in scaling global startups 3. Case studies of successful European-Middle Eastern startup partnerships

15:30 - 16:00

Coffee Break & Networking

16:00 - 16:45

HealthTech, Biotech, and the Future of Healthcare Investments

1. The next wave of biotech innovation in Europe and the Middle East 2. How AI and robotics are reshaping healthcare investment opportunities 3. Cross-border partnerships in medical research and pharma M&A

16:45 - 17:30

LP Persfective : Next-Gen Wealth & The Changing Face of Private Capital

1. How the next generation of family offices is shifting investment strategies 2. The rise of niche investment strategies: from psychedelics to longevity startups 3. Why private capital is moving into frontier and emerging markets

17:30 - 18:00

Closing Keynote – The Road Ahead for Middle East & European Investors

Who Should Attend
  • Family Office Principals & Investment Directors
  • Sovereign Wealth Fund Representatives
  • Private Equity & Venture Capital Firms
  • Institutional Investors & Asset Managers
  • Investment Banks & Financial Institutions
  • Real Estate Investment Professionals
  • Regulatory & Legal Advisors

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Registration Packages

Full Access Pass

£1,500.00
  • Access to all conference sessions
  • Networking opportunities & scheduled meetings
  • All meals, receptions & evening gala at Tower Bridge
  • Conference materials & presentations

*For ticket purchase : Info@worldfoi.com

LP/Investor Pass

Complimentary*
  • Limited availability for qualified investors
  • Subject to approval by organizing committee
  • Minimum AUM requirements apply

*For qualified family offices, sovereign wealth funds, and institutional investors

About The Event

Capital Connections in the Heart of London

Join us at the iconic financial center of Europe, where Middle Eastern wealth meets London's financial expertise, fostering transformative cross-regional partnerships.

The Middle East & Europe Alternative Investment Forum takes place in the heart of London, bringing together family offices, sovereign wealth funds, and institutional investors from the GCC and Europe to explore collaborative investment strategies in a rapidly evolving global landscape.

2nd Middle East & Europe Alternative Investment Forum
2nd Middle East & Europe Alternative Investment Forum
2nd Middle East & Europe Alternative Investment Forum
2nd Middle East & Europe Alternative Investment Forum
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