"The market-driven programme, thought-provoking contributions and debates, and the opportunity to meet senior people from the business, made the Fund Management in Russia Forum an excellent event to attend", Alexandra Vodovozova, Head of Collective Investments, Uralsib Asset Management

The Fund Management in Russia Forum took place 8th – 10th April 2008 at the Marriott Grand Hotel in Moscow and firmly established its status as the most prestigious international conference dedicated to the Fund Management business in Russia!

Particular attention was paid to what strategies are driving the business of effective and profitable fund distribution throughout Russia. The audience heard not only thought-provoking CASE STUDIES from the leading fund distributors but had the opportunity to take part in numerous interactive panel discussions on the burning issues of the moment.

An impressive number of 150 attendees participated across the 3 days of the Forum. We were honoured that the 30-strong speaker faculty was led by PAVEL TEPLUKHIN, President and CEO, TROIKA DIALOG ASSET MANAGEMENT. He was joined by distinguished industry experts such as:

• RONALD SMITH, Chief Strategist, Head of Research, ALFA BANK     
• NATALYA PLUGAR, Deputy General Director, VTB ASSET MANAGEMENT
• ALEXANDRA VODOVOZOVA, Head of Collective Investments, URALSIB ASSET MANAGEMENT
• JAGANNADHAN KANTHADAI, Director of Wealth Management, CITIBANK RUSSIA
• ELENA LOGINOVA, CEO, PIONEER INVESTMENTS, RUSSIA  (Pioneer Investment Management Llc)
• VLADIMIR KIRILLOV, CEO, KIT FORTIS INVESTMENTS COMPANY
• ALEXEI BOLSHAKOV, Head of Sales, Deputy CEO, DWS INVESTMENTS, MOSCOW, DEUTSCHE BANK GROUP
• ALEXIS RODZIANKO, Head of Private Banking Department, BANK CREDIT SUISSE (Moscow)
• ELENA COLEMAN, Board Member, Head of Sales,  PAREX ASSET MANAGEMENT
• DAVID HERNE, Managing Director, HALCYON ADVISORS
• PATRICIA CLOHERTY, Chairman & CEO, DELTA PRIVATE EQUITY PARTNERS
• DIMITRY ALEXANDROV, President, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION FOR FUND MANAGERS
• and many more! 

Delegates also appreciated the social programme and innovative features, designed to enhance networking opportunities, including:

• LIVE ON-STAGE INTERVIEW with PAVEL TEPLUKHIN, President and CEO, TROIKA DIALOG ASSET MANAGEMENT, focusing on: “Is there a winning business model for asset management groups in Russia, and how to determine which is the right one for your business?”  
• 10 + INTERACTIVE FEATURES, including Topical Debates, CEO Panel Discussions Champagne Round Table Discussion Groups and many others
  
  
• SPECIAL FOCUS on New Products & Asset Classes, including Absolute Return Funds, Structured Products, Private Equity, Commodities, and Real Estate
  
  
• 16+ hours of dedicated NETWORKING ACTIVITES

Preparations are already underway for the 2nd annual Forum in Moscow in April 2009.

To learn about preparations for the 2nd annual Fund Management in Russia Forum, and to learn how you may get involved, contact Georgina Durleva on +44 207 017 7421 or georgina@adamsmithconferences.com.

For information about becoming a corporate sponsor of the Forum in 2009, please contact Aya Nazarova on +44 (0) 20 7017 7451 or email her at aya@adamsmithconferences.com.

For media partnership and press accreditation, please contact Lyudmyla Durneva on +44 20 7017 7339 or at lyudmilad@adamsmithconferences.com .

Particular thanks go to the corporate sponsors of the Fund Management in Russia Forum:

OTKRITIE Financial Corporation, Euroclear, Neoflex, ROSBANK, and Avangard Capital

Here are just some of the positive comments we received about the event:

“In line with the growth of wealth, the Russian middle class and affluent segment is growing significantly and these customers are looking for ways to grow and protect their savings. The Russian fund management industry has grown in line with this increased demand. Continuing economic growth and upcoming regulatory changes will accelerate the trend of customers shifting their savings to mutual funds. The conference highlighted the best practices, opportunities and challenges for the industry while providing valuable networking opportunities for the participants.” Jagannadhan Kanthadai, Director of Wealth Management, Citibank Russia

 “Very good coverage of pertinent subjects. A  conference of value to us.” Elena Coleman, Board Member, Head of Sales, Parex Asset Management

"The breadth of Fund Management in Russia Forum's coverage ensures that delegates keep abreast of all the latest trends and developments. Plus offering the valuable ability to engage personally with the key personalities who are making them happen.", Aren Apikian, Deputy General Director, Head of Client Relationships, VTB Asset Management