The Real Deals Summit 2025 is a premier conference dedicated to the private equity industry, organized by Real Deals, a leading publication covering European private equity. This annual event brings together key stakeholders, including general partners (GPs), limited partners (LPs), service providers, and advisors, to discuss the latest trends, challenges, and opportunities in the private equity landscape.
The summit features a comprehensive agenda covering a wide range of topics pertinent to the private equity sector. Attendees can expect in-depth sessions on investment strategies, fundraising dynamics, regulatory developments, and market outlooks. Additionally, the event addresses emerging themes such as the integration of artificial intelligence in deal sourcing and portfolio management, as well as the growing importance of environmental, social, and governance (ESG) considerations in investment decisions.
Beyond the informative sessions, the Real Deals Summit 2025 offers ample networking opportunities, including dedicated networking breaks, roundtable discussions, and an expo hall showcasing the latest services and technologies tailored for the private equity industry. Notable speakers from leading firms are slated to share their insights and experiences, providing valuable perspectives to attendees.
This summit is ideal for private equity professionals seeking to stay abreast of industry developments, expand their professional networks, and gain actionable insights to enhance their investment practices. Whether you are a seasoned investor or new to the field, the Real Deals Summit 2025 provides a platform to engage with industry leaders and peers.
Speakers(12)
Bill Priestley
Managing Partner at Epiris
Bill is Managing Partner of Epiris, the UK mid-market fund, which is currently investing Epiris III, a £1bn fund.
Claire Madden
Co-Founder and Managing Partner at Connection Capital
Claire is Founder & Managing Partner of Connection Capital, a private client investment business specializing in alternative investments.
David Menton
Managing Partner at Synova
David co-founded Synova in 2007 and leads the Financial Services and FinTech sector team, working closely with owners and managers across the portfolio.
Dominic Dalli
Managing Partner at Sovereign Capital Partners
Dominic has been the Managing Partner at Sovereign since 2020 after joining the firm in 2002, leading several Buy & Build investments in the healthcare sector.
James Paget
Founding Partner at Limerston Capital
James co-founded Limerston Capital. He sits on the Investment Committee and is responsible for the investor relations function of the firm.
Jordan Dimmock
Senior Vice President at Unigestion
Jordan Dimmock is a member of the Secondary Private Equity team at Unigestion, responsible for underwriting secondary GP-led and LP-led transactions across Europe.
Lorenzo Levi
Managing Director and Operating Partner at CDPQ
Marc Ostwald
Chief Economist & Global Strategist at ADM Investor Services International
Marc Ostwald analyzes and forecasts the impact of macro/microeconomic trends and central bank policies on a broad range of asset classes.
Mathias Strasser
CEO and Founder at Scissero
Mathias Strasser is a lawyer, technologist, and serial entrepreneur. He is the founder and CEO of WSD, Scissero, and Team Suzie.
Matthew Charman
Co-Founder at Northcote
Matthew co-founded Northcote Equity alongside long-time colleagues Scott Fairlie and Charles Dale. Northcote focuses on backing entrepreneurial founders and teams across technology and services sectors in the UK and Ireland.
Stefano Manna
Managing Director, Head of GP Advisory at Investec
Stefano Manna has over 12 years of experience in the private equity industry, specializing in secondary transaction mandates in the EMEA region.
Stephanie Ball
Senior Reporter at Real Deals
Stephanie joined Real Deals in 2024 as a senior reporter. Previously, she was the deputy editor at the enterprise technology publication ERP Today.
Event Details
- Date
- March 15-16, 2025
- 2 days
- Location
- 🇬🇧 London, United Kingdom
- Audience
- Private equity professionals, including general partners, limited partners, service providers, and advisors.