Category: Webinars & Events

On October 18, 2023, TIFF hosted a one-hour webinar centered on the white paper titled, “Wind of Change: A Favorable Environment for Hedge Funds” hosted by Zhe Shen, CFA, and Fiona Chow, CFA.

2022 saw one of biggest shifts in recent market history. As we emerged from our COVID bunkers to a record rain of stimulus – both fiscal and monetary which caused inflation to rear its ugly head. In response, the FED was initially slow to react but later played catch up in a big way by unleashing one of the most aggressive series of rate hikes in history. This has created a slew of uncertainty in the form of a potential recession, credit contraction, and upheaval of business models designed for a zero-rate environment. Hedge funds, by their adaptive nature have an edge in navigating these uncertain markets.

Read the White Paper: Explore the detailed insights presented in the white paper, click here.

Watch the Webinar: If you missed the live webinar or want to revisit the discussion, you can view the recording, click here.

This webinar is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute an offer to sell nor a solicitation of an offer to buy securities. The asset classes discussed may not be suitable for all investors. All expressions of opinion are subject to change. Past performance does not guarantee future results. All investments are subject to risk, including the possible loss of principal.

On September 27, 2023, TIFF hosted a one-hour webinar centered on the white paper titled, “Independent Sponsors: Rising Significance in the Lower Middle Market,” where Stephen Williams and Brendon Parry, CFA, explored the untapped potential of independent sponsors in private equity investments.

Read the White Paper: Explore the in-depth insights presented in the white paper, click here.

Watch the Webinar: If you missed the live webinar or want to revisit the discussion, you can view the recording, click here.

This webinar is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute an offer to sell nor a solicitation of an offer to buy securities. The asset classes discussed may not be suitable for all investors. All expressions of opinion are subject to change. Past performance does not guarantee future results. All investments are subject to risk, including the possible loss of principal.

In June 2023, the second stop of TIFF Investment Management’s Investment Navigator series was held in New York City, offering industry peers an intimate setting to network and connect with TIFF’s Investments team for meaningful conversations. The format provided ample time for questions and most importantly, an opportunity for participants to exchange valuable insights.

CIO Jay Willoughby and Managing Director of Equity-Oriented Strategies Trevor Graham addressed various attendee interests including the direction of markets, intriguing trends in technology and venture capital, as well as insights into private equity, real estate, and ESG considerations. Jay also shared his economic outlook, sparking engaging conversations as investors seek new ideas in an increasingly volatile environment. Attendees actively participated with questions and comments, exploring topics such as the interplay between rising interest rates and valuation multiples, the complexities of inflation, the attractiveness of private credit, and the examination of China as an investable market.

The next and final stop on TIFF’s Investment Navigator series is coming to Boston, MA.

For information on other future events, please visit tiff.org/events.

TIFF hosted the webinar Screw Your Courage to the Sticking Place: Continuing to Invest in Private Markets through 2023 on May 18, 2023. During this hour-long webinar, TIFF’s Brendon Parry and Elizabeth Warren discussed key considerations for allocating to Private Markets in the current environment, including addressing some misperceptions about possible impact on liquidity and identifying asset class dynamics in a downturn. They also shared how organizations can think about an appropriate commitment pace and where we expect compelling opportunities will be in 2023.

The webinar was based on TIFF’s recent white paper, that covers these and other topics. Read the paper here.

View the webinar through the link below.

Webinar Recording – Screw Your Courage to the Sticking Place: Continuing to Invest in Private Markets through 2023

This webinar is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute an offer to sell nor a solicitation of an offer to buy securities. The asset classes discussed may not be suitable for all investors. All expressions of opinion are subject to change. Past performance does not guarantee future results. All investments are subject to risk, including the possible loss of principal.

Connect with peers and TIFF’s Investments team in person to share key investment insights. These events are tailored to address our members’ most pressing concerns and focus on providing perspective around today’s complex investment landscape.

In March 2023, TIFF Investment Management launched our Investment Navigator series. This series aims to bring together industry peers in different cities to discuss important investment topics and how investors are accounting for them through portfolio management. Each event will provide an intimate setting for members to network and ask questions of TIFF’s Investments team. Whether you are an endowment, foundation, or other institutional investor, the Investment Navigator series is an excellent opportunity to connect with peers, share your point of view, and learn from the TIFF team.

The first stop in our series was Chicago, IL. CIO Jay Willoughby, and Managing Director – Equity-Oriented Strategies Trevor Graham addressed such market considerations as inflation, cash management, and the role of private equity today. Attendees raised concerns about preserving cash and ensuring the safety of cash on hand, particularly for smaller endowments and foundations. They also asked about TIFF’s strategic asset allocation and whether we were making tactical moves in response to inflation. Private equity was also discussed, with questions about valuations and whether TIFF was still generating positive returns in light of the current market environment.

Get ready, the next stop on TIFF’s Investment Navigator series is coming to New York, NY.

For information on other future events, please visit tiff.org/events.