Chicago | June 7, 2018
The Future of Investing:
Where Global Growth is Driving Transformation
Sustained economic growth compounded by globalization is having profound effects in all corners of the world. With economies on more stable footing and more investments and information crossing borders, everyone from money-managers to business leaders are consistently thinking about where to find the next big opportunity. Through main-stage discussions and presentations we’ll look to answer this through the lens of policy and economics, technology’s impact on business investment, and where markets are in the growth cycle and which strategies are best to gain exposure around the globe.
June 7 - Thursday
Registration & Networking Reception
Welcome Remarks
Host
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Michael Mckee
International Economics & Policy Correspondent, Bloomberg TV & Radio
Keynote: How Tech is Driving Investment
From artificial intelligence to the automation of jobs, or connecting with global citizens through the internet and mobile, how is corporate America thinking about how tech will impact their businesses 5-10 years out? We'll feature a top executive who can speak to what investments companies are putting their money and minds behind now, in order to expand and grow competitively around the world.
Speaker
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Jeff Jarrett
VP, Global Head of eCommerce, Mondelēz International
Moderator
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Craig Giammona
Reporter, Bloomberg News
Where Global Growth is Leading
Globally, economies in the last few years have been experiencing a strong upswing in growth and equity markets. But the threat of a maturing cycle and potential structural uncertainties could warrant caution. And as more technology takes hold, how does the pace of globalization impact the world order? Where might the next frontier market lie? To gain a better understanding of where you want exposure across the world, we'll feature top economists and strategists who can shed light on the forecasts, scenarios, and potential growth countries ahead.
Speakers
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Peter Hooper
Chief U.S. Economist, Deutsche Bank Securities
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Kristina Hooper
Chief Global Markets Strategist, Invesco
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John Ryding
Chief Economist, RDQ Economics
Moderator
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Michael Mckee
International Economics & Policy Correspondent, Bloomberg TV & Radio
Bloomberg Presentation: Growth versus Value and Where we are in this Cycle
Through a presentation showcasing Bloomberg Intelligence Research and functions on the terminal investors will gain a better understanding of why growth stocks vs. value have dramatically outperformed this cycle and what factors, if any, could change that.
Speaker
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Kevin Kelly
U.S. Equity Strategist, Bloomberg Intelligence
The Next Investments
We have returned to the volatility of pre-crisis trading, and for many investors its cause to look at what's happening across markets and across assets. We've seen major swings in equity markets, while rising bond yields are sounding alarm bells for others. So what might be the trigger for a true global correction -- or worse? And whether its real estate, private equity, or through ETFs what's the best way to diversify or get exposure around the world? We'll feature leading investment managers in a dynamic conversation to understand how they're structuring their portfolios and viewing the next big global investments.
Speakers
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Ellen Ellison
Chief Investment Officer, University of Illinois Foundation
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Marc Levine
Chairman, Illinois State Board of Investment
Moderator
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Michael Mckee
International Economics & Policy Correspondent, Bloomberg TV & Radio
Closing Remarks & Networking Reception
Event Concludes
Speakers

Ellen Ellison
Chief Investment Officer University of Illinois Foundation
John Frank
QQQ Strategist Invesco
Kristina Hooper
Chief Global Markets Strategist Invesco
Kevin Kelly
U.S. Equity Strategist Bloomberg Intelligence
Marc Levine
Chairman Illinois State Board of Investment
Michael Mckee
International Economics & Policy Correspondent Bloomberg TV & Radio
Jeff Jarrett
VP, Global Head of eCommerce Mondelēz International
Craig Giammona
Reporter Bloomberg News
Peter Hooper
Chief U.S. Economist Deutsche Bank Securities
John Ryding
Chief Economist RDQ EconomicsSponsor

Invesco is an independent investment management firm dedicated to delivering an investment experience that helps people get more out of life. NYSE: IVZ; www.invesco.com. Invesco is the provider of QQQ, one of the earliest and largest ETFs in the industry. QQQ trades on the Nasdaq Stock Market where innovation and technology expertise have created a world-recognized marketplace for the world’s biggest and best technology companies.