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Welcome to the IPEM Cannes 2024 Speaker submissions page!

If you’re a thought leader in the private markets industry, we invite you to submit your application to speak at our premier event where deals are made, partnerships are formed, and the future of the private markets is shaped. Each year, you are numerous to apply in order to become a speaker, and each year we are excited to select passionate experts on the private equity market.

Take your chance!

HOW IT WORKS

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    You apply

    Submit your application by November 7, 2023

    Position yourself on your preferred theme among the four major themes offered.

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    We review it

    Only quality required!

    Our team will carefully review your submission and select the speakers for the IPEM Cannes 2024 edition starting mid-November.

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    We let you know

    Full transparency!

    At IPEM, we offer everyone the chance to speak, but sometimes it may not be feasible. Therefore, we strive to do our best to help become the next speaker.

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WHY YOU SHOULD APPLY

  • Content is richer when it comes from within. Speakers give meaning to conferences and make them more relatable.
  • You’ll have the opportunity to share knowledge and experience with influential professionals and investors from around the world.
  • A chance to network with other industry leaders and gain valuable insights into the latest trends and innovations in the private equity market.
  • The ability to help shape the future of private equity by sharing unique perspectives and ideas.
  • The excitement of being selected as a speaker at a premier event in the industry.
  • The opportunity to visit and experience the beautiful city of Cannes.

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Submission Process

To apply to speak at IPEM Cannes 2024, you need to connect to your IPEM Account or create one, then fill out the below online form with:

• Your name

• Your contact information and contact person (for organizing speaking engagements if you’re selected, asking additional questions, etc) if different.

• Preferred theme among the four major themes offered

• Summary of your experience in the industry
Submit your application by November 7, 2023.

Review Process

As we received each year, more than 500 request of quality application and we can’t say “yes” to everyone, since we only have under 200 speaking slots, our selection process is becoming highly competitive.

To ensure is align with our conference themes and meet our high standards for content and delivery, please read the following rules:

1. You must have legitimacy in the theme for which you are submitting your candidacy.

2. The applicant should have relevant experience and knowledge in the industry (have you ever talked in front of a camera, in a panel, etc., and what is your most relevant experience?).

3. To promote diversity and provide equal opportunities to all, we will prioritize the following groups at IPEM:

• International profiles (non-French).

• Women in Private Equity (gender diversity).

• New faces and names at IPEM.

4. All submissions must be received by November 7, 2023, and any incomplete or late applications will not be considered.

Selection Process

Our selection criteria are designed to ensure that our event brings fresh perspectives and diverse voices to the forefront:

• We are particularly interested in hearing from new speakers who can provide innovative insights.

• We value diversity in all its forms and welcome speakers from different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.

• Additionally, we are looking for C-level executives and thought leaders who can contribute their expertise to IPEM Cannes 2024.

• If you have a unique perspective or innovative ideas to share, we encourage you to submit your proposal.

📢 THEY SPOKE AT IPEM

Orlando BRAVO
THOMA BRAVO

Candice BRENET
ARDIAN

Ariane DE ROTHSCHILD
EDMOND DE ROTHSCHILD

Benoît DURTESTE
INTERMEDIATE CAPITAL GROUP

José E. FELICIANO
CLEARLAKE CAPITAL

Michele GIDDENS
BRIDGE FUNDS MANAGEMENT LTD.

Tom MASTHAY
TEXAS MUNICIPAL RETIREMENT SYSTEM

Ken MEHLMAN
KKR

Steffen MEISTER
PARTNERS GROUP

Armen PANOSSIAN
OAKTREE CAPITAL MANAGEMENT

Isabelle-Scemama

Isabelle SCEMAMA
AXA IM ALTS

Steven-Schwartzman

Stephen A. SCHWARZMAN
BLACKSTONE

Dominique SENEQUIER
ARDIAN

Mikkel SVENSTRUP
ATP

Olivia YEDIKARDACHIAN
CAISSE DES DÉPÔTS ET CONSIGNATIONS

Program Overview

Our Speaker Submissions form is now closed

Unfortunately, as of November 7, we are no longer accepting applications for speaking roles at IPEM Cannes 2024.
If you have any questions, please contact us at: speaker@ipem-market.com
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