Join us on 4 June at Church House for our Annual Conference. The investment management industry is at a significant turning point. The Investment Association’s 2026 Annual Conference will focus on how our sector is not only responding to change but also shaping it through innovation, digitalisation, and a commitment to delivering value for clients and society.
This year’s theme, Transformation in Investment, highlights both the challenges and opportunities ahead. The conference will address topics such as expanding retail access, developing future skills, leveraging technology, and rethinking investment products. Industry leaders, policymakers, and innovators will come together to discuss the UK’s role in a changing world and its strengths as a resilient, client-focused investment hub.
Keynote Speakers Announced:
- Andrew Bailey, Governor, Bank of England
- Lucy Rigby KC MP, Economic Secretary to the Treasury
Don't miss this opportunity to hear from leading voices and connect with peers shaping the future of investment.
Be part of the transformation. Register for the IA Annual Conference 2026 to engage in discussions that will help shape the future of investment. Whether you are leading innovation, shaping policy, or guiding teams through change, this event offers opportunities to connect, collaborate, and gain valuable insights for navigating an evolving industry.
We look forward to seeing you at Church House on 4 June for a day filled with inspiration, new ideas, and practical impact. Let’s work together to transform the future of investment. The agenda features keynote speeches, panels, breakout sessions, and training, focusing on practical solutions, policy developments, and case studies to help every attendee lead transformation with confidence and purpose.
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- IA FULL MEMBER............................Free
- IA AFFILIATE, SECTOR, I2020, and ENGINE MEMBERS.......£99.00 + VAT
- NON-MEMBER...............£285.00 + VAT
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1 February to 3 June
- IA FULL MEMBER............................Free
- IA AFFILIATE, SECTOR, I2020, and ENGINE MEMBERS......£110.00 + VAT
- NON-MEMBER..............£315.00 + VAT
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Bringing together senior leaders from some of the UK's largest asset managers, this panel will offer a macro level perspective on the forces shaping investment management in 2026. From the accelerating impact of emerging technologies to a shifting geopolitical order, rising client demand for new products, and an evolving regulatory landscape, senior industry leaders will share how they are navigating a year defined by transformation.
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Global tensions, supply chain realignments, and persistent market volatility are creating a new backdrop for investment strategies. In this session, market strategists discuss how their firms and clients are interpreting fast moving geopolitical events and adjusting portfolios, risk frameworks, and client engagement as a result. With insights grounded in real time global analysis, the panel will examine the implications for capital allocation, long term growth, and the UK's position as a leading investment hub.
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Consumer expectations are shifting rapidly, shaped by digital natives entering the client base as well as cost of living pressures, demand for value and consumer protection, and competition across the retail landscape. This session will explore what today's retail investors truly need to make confident long-term decisions. Speakers will examine behavioural trends, trust in the market, consumer protection, and the role of regulation in promoting better outcomes.
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This session will explore how the industry is adapting, including through the industry-led Retail Investment Campaign launching in April 2026. Industry leaders will discuss innovations in communications, product design, financial education, and engagement strategies that seek to close the gap between what consumers need and what the market provides. Expect practical insights into how firms are modernising their offer to build trust, drive participation, support long term saving, and ultimately contribute to building a culture of retail investing in the UK.
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Featuring Professor Bobby Duffy, King's College London.
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Lucy Rigby KC MP, Economic Secretary to the Treasury (City Minister).
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This session will feature a series of short, high-energy pitches from leading thinkers across the investment ecosystem. Speakers will spotlight the developments set to reshape markets in the near term — from the electronification of IPOs and the rise of active ETFs, to consolidated tapes in the UK, long term stewardship approaches, and personalised distribution models. This fast-paced session offers a forward look at the ideas and technologies driving industry transformation.
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The boundaries between public and private markets are shifting, creating new opportunities and new structural considerations for investors. Leaders from major asset managers and asset owners will discuss how product design is evolving, how capital is being allocated across the market spectrum, and what this means for liquidity, returns, and client expectations. The panel will also explore whether recent market behaviour signals long term convergence - or a deepening divergence.
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Tokenisation promises to reshape how assets are issued, traded, and held - but what needs to happen next for it to reach scale? This session examines the potential benefits for efficiency, transparency, and consumer experience, alongside the challenges that remain. Industry specialists will unpack what tokenisation means for investment products, operational models, and the regulatory framework required to support efficient adoption.
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