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Irish Funds is delighted to announce our 2026 Chicago Seminar.
Join us in-person in Chicago to explore how Ireland serves as a premier hub for enabling and supporting global investing and asset management. Discover the latest regulatory updates on UCITS and AIFs, learn about structuring and tax considerations for US-based managers, and hear about emerging trends in distribution, ETFs and Private Assets.
Network with industry leaders and uncover how Irish-US partnerships can boost your global reach and investor base.
Event details:
Date: Thursday, 5 November 2026
Time: 3.30 - 7.00pm
Venue: The University Club of Chicago, 76 E Monroe St, Chicago, IL 60603, United States
Agenda
3.30pm - Registration
4:00pm - Welcome Remarks
Natasha Haugh, Director, Irish Funds
4:05pm - Irish Government Address
Pádraig Manning, Acting Consul General, Consulate General of Ireland, Chicago
4:10pm - Panel Discussion: The Ireland Advantage – A Home for Private Assets
As private markets continue to expand, industry leaders explore why Ireland has become a leading domicile for private asset strategies, offering global distribution access, regulatory expertise, operational scale and long-term growth opportunities.
4:40pm - Macroeconomic Outlook - The U.S. Economy After the Midterms
5:00pm - Panel Discussion: Ireland - Powering Global Fund Distribution
Ireland has become a global hub for fund distribution, ETFs and cross-border investment. Industry experts examine the advantages, innovations and infrastructure driving international growth and investor access worldwide.
5:30pm - Closing Remarks
Natasha Haugh, Director, Irish Funds
5:35pm - Networking Drinks Reception
Kindly sponsored by Northern Trust
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