HFM Middle East
Summit 2024

14-15 May, Dubai

Bringing together senior executives to connect, share insights and debate the direction of the Middle East hedge fund sector

In partnership with

The region's first exclusive hedge fund event

A dozen of the 20 biggest multi-managers now have operations in Dubai. With moves at this scale, we’re keenly aware of the demands in the region and are thrilled to have hosted the first HFM Middle East Summit on 14-15 May at the DIFC.

In partnership with DIFC, we welcomed over 180 attendees including 130+ managers and 25+ speakers for two full days of inspired conversations and content sessions. Whether you were already based in the Middle East or simply interested in exploring opportunities in the region, we provided the perfect chance to debate, discuss and network with peers across the industry.

5-star Conrad Macao venue

Who attended?

Strictly by invitation only, the HFM Middle East Summit is an exclusive event which brought together senior back-office leaders from the growing Middle East hedge fund market.

Senior representatives attendees included:

AQR Capital Management, Brevan Howard, Capula Investment Management, Contour Asset Management, Engadine Partners, ExodusPoint Capital Management, FIG Investments, Guggenheim Partners, J. Safra Sarasin Asset Management, Kawa Capital Management, King Street, LMR Partners, Point72, Schonfeld Strategic Advisors, Sculptor Capital Management, SeaTown Holdings International, Trium Capital, Verition Management, Vibrant Capital Partners International, Walleye Capital, Winton Capital Management

An extensively researched agenda, backed by industry experts

The HFM Middle East Summit agenda covered the key topics, issues and opportunities affecting this exciting region. To ensure that the Summit was productive and insightful for both those currently in the region and those looking to expand into it, the agenda was extensively researched with leading fund managers, industry experts and thought leaders.

This event was 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.

2024 topics included:

Regulatory update from the DFSA
Excelling in the digital age: Gaining the edge with generative AI
Harnessing opportunities in ESG
Marketing your fund in the Middle East
Working across multiple jurisdictions
Tips and lessons learnt from a Dubai-based manager
Teambuilding, skills & cultural awareness when operating in the Middle East
Capital raising & gaining the attention of potential new allocators

The biggest voices in the industry

His Excellency Essa Kazim

Governor

Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC)

Ian Johnston

Chief Executive

Dubai Financial Services Authority (DFSA)

Simon Gwyther

SEO

Point72 (DIFC) Limited

Omar Faruqui

COO - Discretionary Macro & Fixed Income

Schonfeld Strategic Advisors

Chude Chidi-Ofong

COO

Engadine Partners

Ahmed Alsaleh

COO

FIG Investments

Saad Mahmood

Senior Executive Officer

Verition Management (DIFC) LImited

Hosted at DIFC

The HFM Middle East Summit was hosted at the DIFC, one of the most dynamic and conveniently accessible locations in Dubai. Few landmarks are as iconic as the DIFC, home to a world-class business hub at the centre of Dubai's financial heart. Enriched with neighbouring art galleries and state-of-the-art buildings, this marked an ideal location for you to meet your peers and benefit from everything that the Summit offered.