Chicago · June 23, 2026
XXV Attucks · 2001 — 2026

The Attucks
eMergeAlpha
Conference.

One day in Chicago. A series of three interactive panels with allocators, consultants, and emerging managers in direct conversation.

A single-day gathering convened by Attucks. One luncheon keynote and three collaborative panels — allocators, consultants, and emerging managers in direct conversation.

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XXV

Twenty-five years of allocating to emerging managers.

2001 · 2026
2026
The Attucks eMergeAlpha Conference

A working day,
not a stage.

When
Tuesday, June 23, 2026
Where
225 W Randolph
Chicago, IL 60606
Format
By invitation
Business attire
Capacity
120 allocators & managers

A series of interactive panels and discussions with allocators, consultants, and emerging managers in direct conversation.

The Attucks eMergeAlpha Conference brings together a diverse group of investment professionals, institutional allocators, and industry leaders to explore opportunities, challenges, and innovations shaping the future of asset management. The conference is designed to highlight high-potential emerging investment managers while fostering meaningful dialogue around capital access, performance differentiation, and strategic growth.

Through a series of panel discussions, presentations, and networking sessions, attendees gain insight into current market dynamics, portfolio construction strategies, risk management practices, and evolving investor expectations. A key focus of the conference is bridging the gap between emerging managers and institutional capital by promoting transparency, track record development, and operational excellence.

Due to capacity constraints, limit 2 attendees per investment firm (does not apply to allocators).

The day at a glance

The Agenda.

A day structured for substance. The morning sets the intellectual frame; the afternoon brings allocators, consultants, and managers into direct conversation.

10:00 – 10:45
Opening

Registration & welcome

10:50 – 11:15
Opening remarks

Welcome & the day's narrative

11:20 – 11:50

Self-serve luncheon service

11:50 – 12:50
Luncheon presentation

Artificial intelligence: challenge, hype, and opportunity.

12:50 – 1:00

Transition break

1:00 – 1:50
Panel I

The macro landscape & why this moment favors emerging managers.

1:55 – 2:45
Panel II

Private markets. Where emerging managers are building the next frontier.

2:45 – 2:55

Networking break

2:55 – 3:50
Panel III

Inside the allocation decision. What gets an emerging manager selected.

3:50 – 4:00
The throughline

Closing reflections

4:00 onward
Reception

Social networking

Presented by Attucks Asset Management