14-15 May 2025
HFM Middle East
Summit 2025
Kempinski The Boulevard, Dubai
In partnership with
Actionable insights into the practicalities of setting up, expanding and succeeding in the Middle East
The Middle East is rapidly solidifying its status as a global financial powerhouse, attracting major players eager to capitalise on its immense growth potential. The region is experiencing unprecedented momentum, with hedge fund managers making decisive moves to establish a presence.
In partnership with DIFC, the HFM Middle East Summit offers fund leaders a unique opportunity to learn, share, and network with peers, gaining insights into how others are opening offices, expanding their operations and utilising the benefits of having a base in the Middle East.
Who Attends?
Strictly by invitation, the HFM Middle East Summit is an exclusive meeting point for senior operational executives from funds already based in the Middle East or interested in exploring opportunities in the region.
It will bring together COOs, CFOs, General Counsels and CTOs for a packed agenda focused on the opportunities and challenges that the Middle East presents. Coupled with extensive networking opportunities enabling attendees to connect with peers and build their network.
Attending firms in 2024 included:
Brevan Howard, Bridgewater Associates, Brookfield Asset Management, Capula Investment Management, ExodusPoint Capital Management, GoldenTree Asset Management, J. Safra Sarasin Asset Management, King Street Capital Management, Millennium Management, Perpetual Investment Management, Point72 Asset Management, Schonfeld Strategic Advisors, Sculptor Capital Management.
2025 Expected Numbers
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250+
Attendees
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150+
Managers
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9+
Hours of content
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8+
Hours of networking
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35+
Speakers
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2024 Speakers Included
We are lining up some of the industry’s leading names, external experts and thought-leaders for the 2025 agenda.
Agenda Highlights
The HFM Middle East Summit agenda will cover the key topics, issues and opportunities affecting this exciting region. To ensure that the Summit is productive and insightful for both those currently in the region and those looking to expand into it, the agenda is extensively researched with leading fund managers, industry experts and thought leaders.
The event will be held under Chatham House Rule. Participants are free to use the information received, but neither the identity nor the affiliation of participants may be revealed.
2025 Topics include: ⤑ What’s next for hedge funds moving into the Middle East? ⤑ Licensing, compliance and overcoming regulatory hurdles ⤑ Accessing private capital channels ⤑ Regulatory update: What’s on the DFSA’s agenda? ⤑ Building a future-proof business & creating an outsourcing strategy for growth ⤑ Fireside chat: Redefining hiring challenges ⤑ A masterclass in marketing your fund |
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