John Gripton, Managing Director - Global Head of Private Equity at Capital Dynamics
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John Gripton


Managing Director - Global Head of Private Equity
Capital Dynamics

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Day 2

Tuesday, May 9th, 2017


09:00 ALL STAR PANEL: Where are the opportunities when investing for the future? Emerging markets vs. venture vs. buy out

  • Comparisons in fundraising approaches
  • Where are the higher more sustained returns being seen?
  • How are company specialties changing and are these as expected considering the European market?
  • What are the challenges in managing these investments types through the whole lifecycle
  • Difference in exit strategies

15:20 ALL STAR PANEL: How to achieve transparency and improved investor relations- Review of trends in private equity and new themes emerging

  • Outlining the expectations on transparency and reporting from fund managers and how do they compare to what is currently practiced
  • Establishing a tool kit that creates a road map to ensure due diligence and is durable and in real time
  • Identifying how improved communication and recorded interaction contributes to transparency and adhering to increased regulatory demands
  • Overcoming limitations on data access to ensure interrogation of data

Day 3

Friday, June 9th, 2017


09:35 ALL STAR PANEL: What is value creation today? Exploring the best strategies to add sustainable value and drive returns

  • Identifying the differences in value creation for a manager and for an investor
  • What is really expected from a GP in 2015/16?
  • How important is leverage for company growth and expansion? What are the best strategies for growth? Organic? Consolidation? Acquisition?
  • Where is the proof that fund managers are truly supporting and developing their portfolios?