MIPC Speaker Series - Investing in Small-Cap Equities in the Context of Brexit

As part of the Speaker Series for the McGill International Portfolio Challenge, we invite a leading executive from one of our sponsors, who represent among the largest companies in the Finance industry, to speak about a hot topic in institutional finance and asset management.

On November 2, we are pleased to host Adam McConkey, Head of 1798 Volantis, UK Small and Micro-Cap Investments at Lombard Odier Investment Managers, to speak about how to invest in such small companies in the midst of a sharp protectionary move by the UK Government to withdraw from the European Union.

Established in 1796, Lombard Odier is the oldest private bank in Geneva and one of the largest in Switzerland and Europe. With a network of 26 offices, it offers its private and institutional clients a wide range of advisory services in wealth management, financial products, and specialized areas. An independent family business for seven generations, Lombard Odier is run by its Partners. Since they are both owners and managers, they are as concerned as their clients to see their business succeed. Because they are not subject to shareholder pressure, the constraints of operating in a large group and inherent conflicts of interest, the Partners are also able to develop mutual trust with their clients and maintain a long-term, sustainable vision. This focus on sustainability is a cornerstone of Lombard Odier's business, touching everything from its investment strategies to its Rethink Sustainability advertising campaign.