Private Equity in Pension Portfolios 2023 | Association of Canadian Pension Management (ACPM) | 20 June 2023 | Webinar

Overview of private equity investments at a high level and how they can help pension portfolios achieve higher returns while reducing the risk of not meeting pension obligations over the long term

Diversification: We will explore the importance of diversifying a pension fund's private equity portfolio across various sectors, strategies, geographies and vintage years.

Due diligence and manager selection: We will highlight the significance of thorough due diligence when selecting private equity managers by discuss the key factors to consider, such as track record, investment strategy, team expertise, and alignment of interests. We will emphasize the importance of conducting rigorous analysis to identify skilled and trustworthy managers.

Exit strategies and liquidity: We will discuss different exit strategies available to private equity investors and the importance of planning for liquidity events. Explore the challenges of achieving timely exits in illiquid markets and strategies to enhance liquidity management within private equity portfolios.

We will discuss the current market outlook and challenges in the private equity space (Lack of liquidity and stale valuations). What to do and how to protect yourself.

2023 Speakers

Joseph Pochodyniak
CFA, Portfolio Manager, Alternative Assets, MacNicol & Associates Asset Management Inc.

Cesar Cossio
CFA, Associate Portfolio Manager, MacNicol & Associates Asset Management Inc.