The experts' guide to IMpower

Don't just take our word, hear from the top names in the industry on what sessions are on their priority list to attend, which speakers they are most excited about and what topics should be at the forefront of everyone's mind this year

Based on current trends in the industry, the topic of sustainability and its intersection with technology, innovation, and business strategies may be a dominant conversation at IMpower 2023. With growing concerns about climate change and environmental sustainability, businesses and organisations are increasingly focusing on sustainable practices and solutions. This could include discussions on renewable energy, private assets, climate change mitigation and adaptation, tokenisation of assets, and ethical business practices."

Xavier Gomez

Founder and Chief Operating Officer

INVYO

Changing client expectations and evolving technologies continue to be huge trends in 2023 but given the macro context has changed so fundamentally, I think the topic that will really come to the forefront is the role that active managers can play in delivering value. The opportunities for active managers to demonstrate added value are very real but will require reinvigorated business strategies.”

Joseph Pinto

CEO

M&G Investments

Katja Rieger

Founder of Ripple Effect and Non Executive Board Member

Swiss Re Insurance-Linked Investment Management AG

Around ESG and responsible investing, I expect a discussion around data, due diligence and going beyond labels."

The outlook for inflation, the tug of war in financial markets between “greedflation” and recession fears.”

Mario Unali

Senior Portfolio Manager, Member of the Investment Committee

Kairos Partners

Regulation, ESG, Macro and micro environment turmoil and the implications of our industry."

Åsa Norrie

CEO Europe & Regional Head of Distribution

Principal Asset Management

What trend/topic do you forsee dominating conversations at IMpower this year?

What are you looking forward to the most about IMpower 2023?

"As a speaker and attendee at IMpower 2023, I am looking forward to engaging in insightful discussions, networking opportunities, and gaining new perspectives on various topics related to the event's theme. We are in full digital transformation and our financial industry will change drastically in coming years with the development of Blockchain and Artificial Intelligence."

– Xavier Gomez

"The exchange of views with fellow industry leaders as it’s in the informal discussions that sometimes the best business ideas and partnerships are developed."

- Joseph Pinto

"Networking and hearing from other investors about their positioning and market views."

– Mario Unali

Hearing the insight and views of my industry peers,
Draw conclusions to if I need to make any adjustments to our strategy based on above (1)
Networking with my peers

– Åsa Norrie

“Good dialogue, interesting discussions to find answers together on the fast changing risk landscape and changes we see around investing and wealth management.”

– Katja Rieger

"I am very much looking forward to the IMpower Fund Forum in Monaco 2023 for several reasons:

Networking and collaboration: The forum presents a unique opportunity to connect with like-minded professionals, thought leaders, and experts in the investment management industry. I am excited to exchange ideas, learn from others, and explore potential partnerships that can help us collectively drive positive change in the world of finance.
Knowledge sharing: I'm eager to attend presentations and panel discussions that shed light on the latest trends, technologies, and investment strategies. These insights can help us further refine our approach at ARK Invest and continue to identify the most promising disruptive innovations.
Showcasing ARK Invest's approach: I look forward to sharing our unique investment philosophy and strategy with the broader investment community. By discussing our focus on disruptive innovation,
open research ecosystem, and collaborative culture, I hope to inspire others to embrace
similar approaches and contribute to a more inclusive and forward-looking industry.
Exploring new opportunities: The IMpower Fund Forum is an excellent platform to
discover new investment opportunities and emerging trends. I'm excited to learn about
innovative companies and technologies that have the potential to shape the future.

Overall, I am enthusiastic about the opportunity to engage with the investment community at the IMpower Fund Forum in Monaco 2023 and look forward to the insights, connections, and opportunities that the event promises to offer."

– Catherine Wood, CEO & CIO, ArkINVEST

"Networking with existing clients, prospects and industry colleagues."

– Mark Versey, Chief Executive Officer, Aviva Investors

“Good dialogue, interesting discussions to find answers together on the fast changing risk landscape and changes we see around investing and wealth management.”

– Katja Rieger

Let us know what you are looking forward to most about IMpower 2023

Hearing insights from industry peers
Networking opportunities
Exclusive discussions
World-class content and speakers
Women Mean Business initiatives
New partnerships

"[Panel featuring] 21 Shares: At ARK, we are highly interested in blockchain technology and financial transformation. We believe public blockchains are powering novel forms of coordination across finance and the internet.

Nina Schick: At ARK we want to learn from all kinds of angles and as much as we can about generative AI.

Stefanie Drews, President at Nikko Asset Management: Nikko is our partner in Japan that we believe exemplifies the DNA of Asian innovation."

– Catherine Wood

"I look forward listening to the practitioners and decision makers from the business - what real problems they are facing, what solutions they can share. Fund selectors, investment directors, CEOs."

– Katja Rieger

Which session/speaker do you think is unmissable in this year's agenda?

"I think that IMpower Leaders stage about generative AI and private assets, democratisation of private markets and All the risks we cannot see 1 : Generative AI and your business."

– Xavier Gomez

"I’ll definitely be making time for the session on the ‘Democratisation of Private Markets’ which recognises the strategic role private asset providers can play in creating financial wellbeing across a wider client segment."

– Joseph Pinto

“The panel on public/private markets for infrastructure.”

– Mario Unali

Seema Shah – always impress. She is on the Investment Solutions Leaders panel where they will discuss where one can find growth in a de-globalised, high interest rate, high inflation environment and what impact it will have on portfolio construction.
Women mean business lunch - cannot wait to attend this session
The ESG data evolution – very interesting as data is the new ‘oil’ that we are all trying to figure out, particularly in the ESG space

– Åsa Norrie

"Risks : Generative AI – We are at an early stage, but this could potentially revolutionise our industry (and others) in ways we haven't yet considered."

– Mark Versey

What do you hope to gain from this year’s event?

"I, as speaker at IMpower 2023, hope to gain knowledge, insights, and inspiration from the sessions, speakers, and interactions with other attendees. I may also aim to expand their professional network, build partnerships, and stay updated on the latest trends and developments in their industry."

– Xavier Gomez

"To come away feeling more connected and informed on the topics that matter most to our clients."

– Joseph Pinto

“Sharing ideas and stay in touch with industry trends.”

– Mario Unali

Confidence… that our industry professionals attending fill me with confidence we are going places
Talent…. Ability to see a lot of new young ‘next generation’ of colleagues in action filling me with excitement that they are getting ready to play an increasingly important role
Diversity of thought in its broadest sense

– Åsa Norrie

"New insights, a feeling for important topics and trends and enjoyable networking."