Future of Asset Management North America
The industry's leading decision-makers, together in Boston
This October, Future of Asset Management North America brought the asset management industry to Boston, the birthplace of the mutual fund and one of its leading centres.
More than 700 senior executives from the world's leading asset managers, wealth managers, institutional investors and technology providers came together for two days of strategic insight, high-value networking and informed debate.
Attendees heard from the executives shaping the future of firms including Franklin Templeton, Fidelity, Wellington Management, Columbia Threadneedle Investments, MFS Investment Management and many more. They connected with an audience of CIOs, CEOs, COOs and heads of strategy, product and distribution responsible for driving growth, innovation and investment across the industry.
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Explore the trends shaping asset management
As asset managers adapt to a new era of AI, private markets, product innovation and evolving client expectations, the programme examined the opportunities, risks and strategic choices shaping the industry. From applying AI across investment processes and operations to expanding access to private markets, evolving distribution strategies and navigating geopolitical and regulatory uncertainty, the discussions focused on the commercial decisions that will define the next phase of growth.
Whether you're shaping investment strategy, leading product innovation or redefining distribution, Future of Asset Management North America offered an opportunity to gain practical insight, strengthen your network and engage with the leaders influencing the future of asset management.
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2026 Themes
AI, Automation & Data
From portfolio construction to client engagement, how far will AI reshape the value chain in asset management?
The Future of Private Markets
Private credit, real assets, and infrastructure investment: scaling access while managing liquidity and risk.
Distribution & Client Engagement
The convergence of asset and wealth management, personalization, and the changing role of advisors.
The meeting place for the leaders redefining asset management
The Future of Asset Management North America is the must attend event for the asset management industry - gathering top executives from the largest asset management firms in North America to discuss the future direction of the industry.
The attendee list boasts the most established network of asset management leaders, financial advisors, business and technology experts.
Build long-lasting and critical business relationships, leaving you with the contacts and strategies needed to stay one step ahead.
Product Innovation
ETFs, SMAs, interval funds, and tokenised vehicles — building the product shelf of the future.
Geopolitics & Regulation
Navigating deregulation, election-driven policy shifts, and global capital reallocation.
The Talent Transformation
Skills, culture, and leadership needed for the AI-enabled asset manager of tomorrow.
Why attend?
Hear from the leaders who are setting the agenda
Gain insight from CEOs, CIOs, and policymakers at the forefront of global asset management.
Navigate AI and digital disruption
Understand how firms are harnessing AI, data, and blockchain to transform investment, operations, and distribution.
Unlock private markets opportunities
Explore the sustainable growth of private credit, infrastructure, and real assets in institutional and retail portfolios.
Future-proof your business model
Learn how to adapt to shifting regulation, new product structures, and evolving client demands.
Expand your network
Connect with peers across asset management, wealth, retirement, and fintech in structured and informal settings.
Stay ahead of geopolitical and macro trends
Get practical insight on how global risks — from trade realignment to election cycles — will affect capital flows and investment strategies.
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"I signed up hoping to learn what is shaping the current state of the industry, as well as where it is likely to head in the future. I was not disappointed. The range of presentations were excellent."
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