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CFOs & COOs Fall Roundup
16 November 2021,
Eastern Time (ET) - Available Anywhere
Join a series of interactive discussions with PE CFOs & COOs
The CFOs & COOs Fall Roundup is a one-day virtual event for private equity finance and operations executives to benchmark against their peers and create conversations about strategically navigating new challenges caused by the pandemic.
The Roundup will provide vital peer insight, feedback and allow for in-depth conversations on issues impacting firms and portfolio companies presently and highlight what is to be expected as the industry moves toward a new normal.
Connect with your peers on how they are addressing a wide variety of topics including:
- ESG integration
- Compliance & SEC matters
- The evolution of the role of CFO and COO
- Data management: efficiency and transparency
- Due diligence in LP communication
- Tax changes
- Technology implementation
- Attracting and sourcing talent
- How PE will continue to grow and scale in the new normal
Key sessions for finance professionals
Roundup sessions – collaborative, strategic and solution driven for attendees to discuss the biggest challenges that are having an impact on their role and responsibilities.
Breakout sessions – craft a personalized agenda of sessions most applicable for improving the finance and operations at your firm.
Keynote interviews – industry leaders clear their schedules for in-depth and engaging conversations that assess and raise awareness of industry trends, challenges and solutions.
Think Tanks – these closed-door, interactive group discussions promote an open dialogue to answer your most pressing questions and solve challenges facing your firm.
Featured fireside chat speaker
Adam Fletcher
Chief Security Officer
Blackstone
Adam Fletcher is a Managing Director in the Technology and Innovations group and Blackstone’s Chief Security Officer. He is responsible for all aspects of cyber and physical security across Blackstone as well as managing a small portfolio of investments in leading early-stage cybersecurity companies.
Prior to his current role, Mr. Fletcher was Blackstone’s Deputy CISO and helped lead an engaged community of cybersecurity professionals across Blackstone’s portfolio of companies. Before joining Blackstone, Mr. Fletcher led the International Security organization for Equifax, coordinating a global security program across 14 countries, each with different business, regulatory, and privacy requirements.
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2021 Roundup Speakers
For speaking opportunities, contact Nikki Gale at nikki.g@peimedia.com.
Adam Fletcher
Managing Director Technology and Innovations Group, Chief Security Officer, Blackstone
Olibia Stamatoglou
Chief Financial Officer & Chief Compliance Officer, Victory Park Capital Advisors, LLC
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What our attendees are saying about CFOs & COOs Roundup
Great to connect with other CFOs and COOs who are trying to solve the same problems that I am! We had a great networking session on the financing topic at a rou…
Great format and strong attention to detail. Considering the alternative for not meeting in person, PEI could not have done a better job with this virtual event…
Perfectly timed topics based on the current environment.
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By attending the CFOs & COOs Fall Roundup you will join the most influential CFOs and COOs community. Membership will give you:
- Access to the CFOs & COOs Fall Roundup
- Access to all of PEI’s CFO events (both virtual and in-person)
- Access to the member directory
- Frequent virtual and in-person networking opportunities
- And much more …
2021 Agenda
Download the agenda to see the timely and relevant topics that will be covered at the CFOs & COOs Fall Roundup.
If you are interested in a speaking role please contact contact Nikki Gale at nikki.g@peimedia.com.
All times are listed in Eastern Time (ET)
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Agenda
Day One - Tuesday 16th
10:00 - 10:05
PEI Welcome
Keynote Interview
10:05 - 10:40
Fireside chat - Putting cybersecurity at the forefront of private equity firms
Richard Melville,
Adam Fletcher
Plenary session
10:45 - 11:30
How the increasing versality of CFOs is driving firm success
Crystal Andersen,
Greg Fujii,
Jarrod Phillips,
Dan Rochkind,
Olibia Stamatoglou
- Assessing CFO influence in moving the firm forward
- More than finance: strategically navigating the back office, HR, IT, IR, etc.
- How are CFOs effectively managing their time when working on both firm finance and assisting deal teams?
- Identifying innovative ways for finance and operations to contribute to the strategic growth of the firm
- Ensuring a connected and cohesive firm through cross-functional engagement
- Adopting technology to assist with the increasing demands of the CFO role
Moderator:
Crystal Andersen, Partner, Deloitte
Panelists:
Greg Fujii, Chief Operating Officer, Backstop Solutions
Jarrod Phillips, Chief Financial Officer, Ares Management
Dan Rochkind, CFO, Lerer Hippeau
Olibia Stamatoglou, Chief Financial Officer & Chief Compliance Officer, Victory Park Capital
Olibia Stamatoglou
Chief Financial Officer & Chief Compliance Officer, Victory Park Capital Advisors, LLC
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Morning Coffee Break
11:30 - 11:45
Morning Coffee Break
Roundup sessions
11:45 - 12:45
Roundup A | Fundraising in a post-pandemic environment
Andrew Coren,
Drake Paulson
- How has the industry adjusted to a new fundraising paradigm?
- Taking a closer look at the evolution of the CFO role in a fundraise
- How instrumental have placement agents been in the fundraising process?
- Best practices in fundraising operations
- Assessing how to best support the IR team
- What is the LP appetite for continuing virtual meetings and how is it shaping communication approaches?
- What can we expect in 2022 for fundraising strategies?
- Projecting the level of LP investments in the year to come
Facilitators:
Andrew Coren, Chief Financial Officer and Chief Compliance Officer, Gatewood Capital Partners
Drake Paulson, Senior Director, eVestment Private Markets
11:45 - 12:45
Roundup B | Fostering a collaborative relationship with outsourced partners
Aani Nerlekar,
Dino Verardo
- How the COVID-19 pandemic influenced the working relationship between GPs and third-party service providers
- Examining the cost-benefit of outsourcing vs keeping functions in-house
- Establishing agreed upon metrics to promote a transparent and results-driven relationship
- Ensuring the firm and service providers are not duplicating tasks
- Bolstering your third-party due diligence process
- Engaging with services providers on a consistent basis to direct strategic decision-making
Facilitators:
Aani Nerlekar, Senior Director, Solutions Consulting, SS&C Advent
Dino Verardo, Chief Operating Officer & Chief Financial Officer, Sageview Capital
11:45 - 12:45
Roundup C | Gauging the impact of tax reform on private funds and portfolio companies
Jennifer Randle
- How involved are CFOs with tax reporting in their organization?
- Will tax reform affect the amount of compliance you perform?
- What functions are coordinating throughout the firm to comply with tax changes?
- State tax compliance: tackling issues encountered during state tax reporting
- Evaluating which tax and accounting practices can benefit from automation
- Identifying the right external support for tax compliance
Facilitator:
Jennifer Randle, Executive Vice President – Finance and Operations, TCG
11:45 - 12:45
Roundup D | Key considerations for cultivating enduring LP/GP relationships
Kate de Mul,
Kelly Ramsey Gooch
- How are firms approaching reporting measures due to the uptick in LP communication?
- The balancing act between standardizing and creating bespoke reporting templates and questionnaires
- Employing automation to manage ad hoc LP requests
- Methods for protecting sensitive information between GPs and LPs
- Establishing a diverse LPAC to represent LP and fund interests in an efficient manner
- Examining what’s required to reinstate in-person LP meetings
Facilitators:
Kate de Mul, Director, Client Services, KKR
Kelly Ramsey Gooch, EVP, Client Relationship Officer, Ultimus LeverPoint
Lunch Break
12:45 - 13:30
Lunch - Take a break on your own or grab a bite and join one of the interactive lunch & chat sessions
Optional lunch & chat sessions
12:50 - 13:20
Lunch Chat A | Redefining company culture in the current climate
Shant Mardirossian
- Maintaining trust and confidentiality with employees regarding changes in COVID-19 policies and procedures
- Enhancing communication between leadership and employees to increase knowledge sharing and collaboration
- How are firms supporting the development of junior staff in remote and hybrid working environments?
- Implementing ESG and DEI policies within the firm
- Encouraging innovative methods for teambuilding
Facilitator:
Shant Mardirossian, Partner, Chief Operating Officer, Kohlberg & Company
12:50 - 13:20
Lunch Chat B | Conducting a review of compensation trends and terms
Jennifer Neivert
- Determining whether the firm should perform a pay equity analysis
- Designing compensation plans for a competitive landscape
- How are firms are implementing success-based compensation?
- Offering incentive programs for staff not eligible for carry
Facilitator:
Jennifer Neivert, Director of Operations & Administration, HCAP Partners
Breakout Series I
13:30 - 14:15
Track A | Maintaining and advancing the operational efficiencies achieved during the pandemic
Ben Collins,
Rahul Agarwal,
John Stephens,
Paul Vronsky
- What processes or activities for managing firm operations changed within the past 18 months?
- Evaluating the operational challenges teams face trying to progress firm operations with escalating responsibilities
- Formalizing cross-functional, firmwide communication for a hybrid work environment
- Revisiting the workplace and the need for physical office space
- Designing a process to retain and support a proficient staff
- Tools for addressing ongoing pain points
Moderator:
Ben Collins, Senior Director, Financial Services Industries Marketing, Sage Intacct
Panelists:
Rahul Agarwal, Head of Finance, Lindsay Goldberg
John Stephens, Partner & Chief Financial Officer, US, Pomona Capital
Paul Vronsky, Operating Partners, Bond Capital
13:30 - 14:15
Track B | Extracting value from data to enhance firm and portfolio company performance
Dalen Chow,
Michael Koenig ,
John W. Polis,
Heramb Ramachandran
- Reexamining how your firm navigates the data management process
- Analyzing data from the past 18 months to inform firm decisions in the year ahead
- Implementing tools to map and make data more accessible for the front, middle and back office
- Effecting efficient data collection and monitoring to guide portfolio company growth strategy
- Best practices for protecting and sharing data with third-party service providers and LPs
Moderator:
Dalen Chow, Head of Commercial Strategy, General Partners, Private Markets, IHS Markit
Panelists:
Michael Koenig, Chief Client Officer, Hamilton Lane
John W. Polis, Chief Operating & Technology Officer, Star Mountain Capital
Heramb Ramachandran, Chief Financial Officer, Sciens Capital
Breakout series II
14:20 - 15:05
Track A | Navigating the current private equity tax environment
Eric Coombs,
Mike Kubacki,
Raj Rupani
- Tax requirements affecting the private equity industry
- Assessing Biden administration tax plans on the horizon
- Challenges and opportunities: is your firm performing the accounting/tax function in-house or outsourcing?
- Determining the best way to maintain records for SEC/auditors/tax team
- Tax implications of providing carried interest across the firm
Moderator:
Eric Coombs, Tax Partner, Asset Management Tax Leader, Grant Thornton
Panelists:
Mike Kubacki, CFO, NewSpring Capital
Raj Rupani, Head of US Tax, Cinven
14:20 - 15:05
Track B | Adopting technology innovations to transition to a future firm
Lawrence Aragon,
James Black,
Peter Rivera,
Ivor van Esch
- Coordinating with staff to assess the technology requirements for firm operations
- New tech alert: identifying technology to align with the needs of firm finance and operations
- Determining whether recent technology advancements can benefit firm initiatives
- Making a case for automating firm functions from data management, IR, fundraising, compliance, etc.
- Allocating the necessary resources for a seamless technology integration process
Moderator:
Lawrence Aragon, West Coast Bureau Chief, PEI Alternative Insight
Panelists:
James Black, Chief Operating Officer, Allvue
Peter Rivera, Chief Financial Officer, Shamrock Capital
Ivor van Esch, Head of Finance, Knox Lane
Afternoon break
15:05 - 15:15
Afternoon break
Think tank sessions – GPs only
15:15 - 16:15
Think Tank A | Paving a path forward: attracting diverse and skilled talent to private equity firms
Laura Cappiello
- Collaboration amongst leadership to increase the implementation of diversity, equity and & inclusion initiatives within the firm
- Should firms invest in hiring new employees or train existing team members on new skills when focusing on growth?
- Expanding the talent pool geographically when recruiting for a hybrid work model
- Aligning your firm with the best recruiters who understand the industry and talent needs
- Creating a well-rounded benefits program to entice candidates with the intention of accepting an offer
Facilitator:
Laura A. Cappiello, Managing Director, Chief Human Resources Officer, Madison Dearborn Partners
Laura Cappiello
Managing Director, Chief Human Resources Officer, Madison Dearborn Partners
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15:15 - 16:15
Think Tank B | Evaluating and modernizing compliance programs to prevent enforcement actions
Esana Blank
- How will the current administration’s stance on private equity influence the SEC’s initiatives and examinations?
- Current compliance risks on the private equity firm radar
- Taking a predictive and analytical approach to enhancing compliance programs
- Determining the Marketing Rule’s impact on communication and advertisement practices
- Establishing a firmwide compliance culture from the top down
Facilitator:
Esana Blank, Chief Compliance Officer, CCMP Capital
15:15 - 16:15
Think Tank C | Can the U.S. catch up on implementing ESG programs and policies?
David Smolen
- Understanding the industry need to factor ESG into a firm’s strategy
- What is the growth trajectory for ESG in the United States?
- Should firms have a say in the implementation of ESG initiatives at portfolio companies?
- Developing long-standing ESG policies and protocols
- How will firms under consumer privacy laws remain compliant while delivering ESG data (California, Colorado, Virginia)?
- Taking cues from the continued growth of ESG programs in both Europe and Asia
- Reporting and measuring the impact of ESG initiatives
Facilitator:
David Smolen, Managing Director, General Counsel & Chief Compliance Officer, GI Partners
15:15 - 16:15
Think Tank D | Taking a proactive approach to implementing cybersecurity protocols
Jason Snider
- What are private equity firms doing to protect data from cyber attacks?
- Mitigating cybersecurity risk at the firm and portfolio company levels
- Implementing security software without causing disruption to firm operations
- Emerging tools to protect information of firms operating in a hybrid work environment
- Lessons learned during the pandemic to assist in the development of new security measures
- Creating and conducting periodic trainings for all firm employees
- Working with third-party service providers to ensure employees are aware of and abide by evolving cybersecurity measures
Facilitator:
Jason Snider, Chief Financial Officer, Gauge Capital
End of Roundup
16:15 - 16:15