Achieve Exceptional Profits in Today’s Volatile Markets Through Innovative Derivatives Trading and Technology Strategies

2007 and 2008 have brought considerable volatility to the global financial markets. Starting with the subprime mortgage fiasco in the US markets, a freezing up of the credit markets has resulted in highly uncertain environment for investors, where opportunities need to be carefully balanced by risk management.

Both exchange traded and OTC markets are experiencing record growth as investors seek to offset exposure to specific market factors. The total value of global derivatives now exceeds $516 trillion, according to the Bank for International Settlements. In today’s uncertain environment, understanding both the solution-providing role of derivatives as well as the specific mechanics of the various instruments is mandatory when investing in global markets.

DerivaTechTrader will address the key issues and showcase pioneering examples of derivatives trading and technology. You will benefit from the insights provided by an impressive line-up of speakers. The conference will provide you with practical solutions to many of your daily challenges, as well as unparalleled opportunities to meet and exchange ideas with leading expert

NEW FOR 2008!

Networking and Benchmarking Opportunities
In 2008 there is more than double the amount of time on the agenda to come together in exclusive, Roundtables, ensuring you meet the right people and gain real-world perspective from your peers.

Even More Opportunities For Interactivity & Debate
We’ve increased the amount of Panel Discussions, Debates and Q&A to ensure you derive the most value from the conference topics, and can truly feel involved in the agenda.

Leading Speakers From Across The Value Chain
Nowhere else can you learn from so many experts and thought leaders from the buy side, sell side, vendor and academic communities.  We’ve also increased the amount of exciting and thought-provoking guest speakers that will be involved in the programme. 

New Critical Topics Covered
With a focus day on emerging markets and workshops on latest legislation and carbon derivatives, DerivaTechTrader will provide you with the information and insight on the key topics you need to know.

Hear from over 40 senior level derivatives professionals including:

	Sean Park, Author of The Park Paradigm and Founding Partner of Nauiokas/Park
	Betsy Anderson, Head of Centralised Dealing, Resolution Asset Management
	Bindesh Savjani, Head of Risk, Morley Fund Management
	Charles Krusen, Partner, Alpha Equity Management, USA

Our World-Leading Advisory Board Comprises These Key Industry Leaders:

• Jez Bezant, Managing Director, Morley Fund Management
• Brian Mitchell, Global Head of Dealing and Portfolio Control, Baring Asset Management
• Stephen Hanks, Manager, Institutional Business Policy Unit, Financial Services Authority
• Christopher Lee, Chief Executive Officer, City Fund Management
• Anthony Belchambers, President, Futures and Options Association

Critical Topics for Debate at DerivaTechTrader Include:

• Ensuring liquidity to make sure you get the best deal
• Dealing with the challenges of valuation and processing to overcome errors and inefficiencies
• Profiting from increased market volatility while reducing risk
• Practical guidance on accessing emerging markets to enhance your portfolio
• Establishing standard market sources
• Coping with the latest legal issues regarding derivatives and their influence on your portfolio
• Investment and trading strategies for carbon derivatives and other exotic products