Agenda
Driving innovation: Unleashing the power of tech for tomorrow's business
- Strategies to tackle cyber threats and new vulnerabilities to safeguard PE firms with a focus on effective data maintenance practices and data security practices when implementing AI tools.
- Addressing data leakage, managing cloud risks, ensuring confidentiality and data governance.
- How GPs and portcos handle cybersecurity risks and maintain compliance with regulations, including the rise of AI-driven attacks.
- The importance of learning from “cyber hygiene” practices to defend against AI-powered threats.
Speakers:
Mehul Patel, Partner, August Equity
Dee Parekh, Head of Cyber and IT Infrastructure, BGF
Walid Fakhry, Co-Managing Partner, Soho Square Capital
- How can automation technologies be used to enhance monitoring and reporting of performance metrics in portfolio companies.
- Role of automation in contributing to optimising exit strategies and in facilitating smoother transitions.
- How can automation increase the value of portfolio companies before a sale, by improving operations and lowering risks?
- Role of automation and AI in transforming the due diligence procedure, speeding up data collection and improving accuracy.
Speakers:
Brian Mason, Group Chief Technology Officer, BC Partners
Lyndon Arnold, Head of Technology, Triton Partners
Anders Meinert Jørgensen, Co-founder & CEO, Avallone
James Baker, Investor in Technology and Venture Capital, Amadeus Capital Partners
- How do firms gather and use ESG data to drive value creation and compliance?
- The influence of sustainability reporting and data centres on ESG monitoring in PE.
- How does PE utilise ESG data and incorporate these factors into their evaluation frameworks?
- How is AI used to identify and quantify ESG risks in potential investments?
Speakers:
Nina Kraus, Director of Sustainability, Hamilton Lane
Valerie Monk, Risk & Compliance and Interim ESG Director, Montagu
- Overcoming barriers in infrastructure to fully deploy AI tools in PE firms.
- The role of low-code platforms in simplifying processes and improving the implementation of AI.
- The importance of AI training workshops in promoting a culture of innovation and improving the skills of employees.
- How does combining low-code automation with gen AI and machine learning elevate business performance and reduce junior staff workload?
Speakers:
Marco Ferrara, Operating Partner, Limerston Capital
Jamal Ismayilov, Partner, AnaCap
James O' Day, Managing Director, Head of Innovation, CVC Group
John Frizele, CTO and Venture Partner, Sure Valley Ventures
Philippe Laval, CTO, Jolt Capital
- Evaluating the long-term costs of migrating to the cloud versus maintaining on-premises.
- Identifying best practices to reduce time and costs when re-engineering systems for cloud compatibility.
- How to maintain data control and compliance in cloud environments, particularly in regulated industries within portfolios.
- Strategies for PE firms to address cloud adoption resistance and to build cloud expertise within their portfolio company’s IT team, while avoiding vendor lock-in.
Speakers:
Erik Berggren, Technology Investor, Volpi Capital
Alex Mathers, Partner, Inflexion
Chris Baker, Partner, LDC
Visar Shabi, Principal, Bregal Milestone
- Which automation technologies have best streamlined processes, boosted productivity and cost savings?
- Which KPIs to prioritise in order to measure the operational success and ensure sustainable growth.
- What strategies promote continuous improvement and innovation among employees within portfolio companies?
Speakers:
Agata Cooper, Digital Operating Partner, Triton Partners
Richard Poole, Head of Value Creation Directors, Hg Capital
- Top tech trends that enhance value in portfolio firms.
- How AI and ML are transforming opportunity reviews and decision-making frameworks for GPs.
- How to utilise analytics and alternative data sources to uncover new investment opportunities.
- How GPs can enhance deal flow processes and increase portfolio returns through data-driven insights and predictive tools.
Speakers:
Elisabeth Ling, Product Advisor, Livingbridge
Suzanne Pike, Partner and Head of Origination, ECI Partners
Natalia Sigrist, Partner, Private Equity, Unigestion
The next big leap- What changes is Gen AI bringing to the industry?
Facilitator:
Sachin Anandikar, Chief Technology Officer, Pemberton
Are companies getting value creation right? Unpacking technology pillars and pitfalls across the deal lifecycle.
Facilitators:
Jagveer Kang, Digital Transformation Lead, British International Investment
Tim Cochrane, Partner & Head of FPP, Montagu
- How can AI tools enhance decision-making processes and optimise performance metrics within portfolio companies?
- Discussing AI’s role in identifying operational efficiencies and driving value creation across various sectors within the portfolio.
- How can private equity firms balance ethical data usage and AI-driven portfolio performance optimization?
- How does UK data Privacy laws like GDPR impact on AI powered portfolio analytics in PE?
Moderator: Prashant Selvaratnam, Director, Value Creation Partners, LDC
Speakers:
Maria Carradice, Managing Director and Specialist- ESG, Mayfair Equity
François Candelon, Partner Value Creation & Portfolio Monitoring, Seven2
Alpesh Doshi, Managing Partner, Redcliffe Capital
Gilad G. Amir, Digital Operating Partner, Pollen Street Capital
Nisha Raghavan, Partner, Chief Operating Officer, and Head of AI Taskforce, Actis
- How technology can improve transparency and decision-making for both LPs and GPs by providing real-time data, customisable reporting, and advanced analytics.
- Leveraging CRM systems to strengthen LP-GP relationships, track interactions and boost service delivery.
- How smart contracts can automate investment processes, streamline operations and minimise disputes between LPs and GPs.
Speakers:
Dan Costa, Head of Business Technology, ICG