Wednesday, October 29, 2025 | 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Event Location:
Hearst Tower Theater
300 West 57th Street on 8th Avenue
New York City
Private markets are no longer solely the domain of institutions and the ultra-wealthy. Join us for a moderated panel of experts on alternative investments as we explore the growing opportunity to bring alternative asset classes like private credit, equity and real estate to retail portfolios. The discussion will cover the merits, risks and challenges of these assets, evolving regulations and practical strategies for incorporating these less-liquid investments into a broader portfolio. Our panelists will provide their perspectives on “democratizing” access to these markets and evaluating investment approaches that include private markets.
The program will be hosted by MoAF President & CEO David Cowen, as well as executives from co-sponsors Fitch Group and VanEck. Participants in the program include Meghan Neenan, MD Head of NA Non-Bank Financial Institutions, Fitch Ratings; Tracey Perini, CFO, Fitch Group; Bob Pisani (moderator), former CNBC Senior Markets Correspondent; and Jan van Eck, Chief Executive Officer, VanEck.
A cocktail reception will follow the program at 7:15pm. Admission is FREE, but advance registration is required. Seating is limited.
Registration begins at 5pm with a security checkpoint.
