Investment conditions continue to evolve rapidly. Geopolitical uncertainty, changing market dynamics and shifting investor priorities are reshaping how organisations approach long-term investment strategy and decision-making.
Against this backdrop, our 2026 conference will explore the themes shaping investment markets today and the opportunities and challenges likely to define the years ahead.
Join our global investment teams, clients and guest speakers as we consider the trends influencing institutional investors, from asset allocation and manager research to governance, sustainability and risk management.
Through keynote presentations, panel discussions and specialist breakout sessions, attendees will gain fresh perspectives, practical insights and valuable opportunities to connect with peers from across the investment community.
Agenda
The Gallagher Investment Conference brings together leading voices from across the investment landscape for a dynamic programme of keynote presentations, panel discussions and specialist breakout sessions.
With four dedicated breakout streams, delegates can shape their day around the topics most relevant to their role, organisations and investment priorities.
1. Asset Class Deep Dives
Explore opportunities, risks and emerging trends across key asset classes through specialist-led discussions and market insights.
2. Pensions
From CDC pensions, to rethinking endgame, this stream focusses on the challenges and opportunities facing pension schemes today.
3. Investment Portfolio Solutions
Examine how investment strategies are evolving to meet changing investor needs and consider how major investment themes may shape portfolios in the years ahead.
4. Beyond Investment
Explore issues extending beyond traditional investment topics, including AI, administration and communications, and their growing relevance to institutional decision-makers.
Spotlight sessions for asset managers
Designed for asset managers, Spotlight Sessions are focused 15-minute conversations with our asset class specialists on the day of the conference.
Select the asset class you'd like to discuss and we'll match you with an appropriate specialist. These focused conversations are designed to support more targeted and relevant discussions around the issues, opportunities and developments that matter most.
Places are limited and subject to availability.
Speakers
We're proud to welcome leading thought leaders alongside specialists from Gallagher. Our investment teams will lead sessions covering asset class deep-dives, emerging market opportunities, and forward-looking strategies.
Meet our 2026 keynote speaker
Tim Peake, British European Space Agency
Tim Peake is one of the UK's most recognised explorers, known for his distinguished military career and achievements in space. After serving 18 years in the Army Air Corps as a test flight pilot and officer, Tim was selected by the European Space Agency (ESA) to become an astronaut and went on to spend six months aboard the International Space Station.
During his mission, Tim became the first Brit to complete a spacewalk and inspired millions of young people through his educational outreach from orbit. Since returning to Earth, he has become a bestselling author, respected broadcaster and ambassador for STEM education, sharing insights on leadership, teamwork and performing under pressure. Drawing on experiences from military operations, astronaut training and life in space, Tim offers a unique perspective on resilience, innovation and achieving success in the most challenging environments.