For nearly 20 years, the Private Equity Analyst Conference has brought together the industry’s most prominent investors, fund managers, deal originators and thought leaders. Offering participants unmatched expertise, superior connections, and deep analysis of urgent issues and hidden trends, this distinctive conference consistently delivers a comprehensive examination of the entire industry.

Who Attends the Private Equity Analyst Conference?
PEAC continues to bring together influential investors and private equity insiders to provide a detailed view of the industry. Participants at the conference include:

• Institutional Investors
• General Partners/Managing Directors
• Specialized Advisors
• Funds of Funds Managers
• Investor Relations Executives
• Corporate Development and M&A Executives
• Investment Bankers
• Private Equity and Venture Capital Insiders
  

What are the Benefits of Attending?
Featuring a unique and structured format designed to bring together the editorial expertise of Dow Jones Private Equity Analyst and the industry connections vital to creating sustainable success, this year’s program will help you:

• Better analyze the direction of investing - Find out which sectors hold the most promise as the U.S. economy continues to stall and Europe struggles to contain a growing currency crisis.
• Navigate the increasingly complex market for exits - Hear from those who have found success on how they did it and their views on what public markets and acquirers are seeking now.
• Understand the changing political landscape - Learn how the outcome of November’s election may affect the industry and investments.
• Develop a robust fundraising plan - Find out what it takes to keep LPs interested, how others are approaching fundraising, and the methods they are employing to reach their targets. 

Superior Networking Opportunities
Make meaningful connections, establish new contacts and strengthen existing ties. PEAC provides valued face-time with top institutional investors, and private equity and venture capital leaders through a variety of structured and unstructured networking opportunities, including:

• Round Table Discussions – Join 7 other participants, plus a subject expert, over breakfast for a 40 minute deep-dive into the area of your choice. Topics include: Emerging Markets, the Middle Market, Exits and more.
• Networking Breakfasts and Breaks – Mingle and swap cards with fellow participants during open networking gatherings at breakfast and between sessions.
• Evening Reception – Discuss the day’s revelations in a relaxed environment as you connect with fellow participants over drinks and appetizers.
• Private, Online Community – Available solely to registered participants, this community will put you in direct contact with other conference speakers and attendees prior to, during and after the event.

The Dow Jones Advantage
Renowned for providing in-depth industry coverage, Dow Jones Conferences offers participants a carefully crafted program that addresses the risks, opportunities and challenges facing private equity professionals today. You’ll benefit from:

• Unbiased programs developed by Dow Jones and Wall Street Journal editors
• Analytical expertise provided by our seasoned editorial team
• Industry-leading research from Dow Jones VentureSource 
• Guided interviews with industry leaders designed to dig deep for real answers