Based on the most helpful WSO content, it seems that the LSE Alternative Investments Conference had several interesting takeaways and experiences for attendees:

  • Keynote Speakers: The conference featured prominent speakers, such as David Rubenstein in the past, providing attendees with valuable insights into the world of Private Equity and Hedge Funds.

  • Networking Opportunities: Despite the structure of the conference being more listening-oriented, there were opportunities to engage with speakers one-on-one after their presentations, which could be a valuable time to learn and network.

  • Diverse Attendance: The conference attracted a diverse group of students from various backgrounds, some even traveling from the US, which could lead to interesting conversations and connections.

  • Quality Hospitality: The event was hosted at the Marriott in Mayfair, London, and included high-quality meals and coffee, which attendees found endearing and conducive to networking.

  • Workshops: Although the workshops were not as hands-on as some might have hoped, they still provided a chance to learn and engage with the material.

  • Recruitment Possibilities: Some sponsors used the application process for the conference as a screening for their graduate recruitment and networking events, which could potentially aid in securing interviews or familiarizing oneself with firms.

Regarding the observation of fewer people attending the conference compared to previous years, this could be due to a variety of factors such as changes in the industry, economic conditions, or competing events. However, a smaller crowd might also offer a more intimate setting for networking and learning, which could be an advantage for those looking to make meaningful connections.

Sources: LSE Alternative Investments Conference?, Making the most out of conferences (professional and student), Q&A: About to graduate from HBS - Ask Me Anything, LSE SU Alternative Investments Conference 2020- Worth it?

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I didn't attend, but did speak to many clients since I wasn't. I know only the large dealers sent some specific staff this year....NYC CrefC and Nmhc have had less and less people. People are having a hard year and coming out of it. Heard at some dealer parties the large swarm of analysts following their head associate for free drinks and not knowing anyone actually at the party was definitely not as prevalent. 

I think there is still that cautious optimism when I talked with market dealers on both lender and buying side. Some more layoffs are to come but that's just cutting dead weight, some are hiring for some targeted position. The words from the BB's were they weren't predicting a recession anymore, though many didn't agree with them. Markets were still overly excited for a March Fed cut, but everyone I have spoken with going to Nmhc didn't think that was right, they all thought summer for the first cut. 

Some talk about distressed companies, but do people really know. All these posters on here were talking about MF-1 being done and then last week a $1.2B pre market CRE CLO hit my terminal. 

 

Yet no one has been reprimanded and no widespread evidence has been found....So for most it's rumors, sounds like it was only a couple loans of size and maybe a decent in the SBL space. 

Bored people grasp onto anything to sound smart when they are at these conferences. 

In the end something must of happened for a couple of lenders to be investigated and a couple brokerage shops to be slowed in their business, but seems less significant that original rumors. 

 

I did not attend NMHC this year, so not sure what discussions were had.  With that said, they aren't just rumors.  I have some insider knowledge on at least two prominent Sponsors that have serious misappropriation of funds that have yet to come to light.  While it's wrong, I understand the thought process.  It's like trying to plug a hole in a ship by ripping out a piece of another ship - before you know it both ships sink.

 

There was definitely evidence.

It is unfortunately taking a while for the government to do something about it.

Lots of defaults are already being reported publicly.

 

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