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    • 16 Apr 2026
    • 2:00 PM - 8:00 PM
    • Chicago, IL
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    REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN!

    This dynamic, full-day program will convene asset owners, consultants, asset managers, and industry partners in support of iDAC’s national mission of talent development, trustee education, and financial literacy.


    This event is open to both iDAC Members and Non-Members. Deeply discounted registration rates are available to members.  

    iDAC Member Early Bird Rate = $250  |  Non-Member Early Bird Rate = $650

    **Early Bird rates expire at 11:59pm CT on April 9th

    Click Here to learn more about membership


    The day will feature two distinct events:

    Investment Forum - Downtown Chicago
    2:00 PM – 4:30 PM CT

    Four panel discussions will explore:

    • The impact of artificial intelligence on the investment process

    • The changing landscape for public and private markets

    The interactive ecosystem between LPs, Asset Managers and Brokers

    • Building resilient institutional portfolios through a dynamic alignment of active and passive mandates


    Networking Reception & Fireside Chat - Downtown Chicago
    6:00 PM – 8:00 PM CT

    An evening cocktail reception featuring a fireside chat honoring John Rogers, Founder, Chairman and Co-CEO of Ariel Investments, as the inaugural Circle of Achievement Award recipient.

    Please note that specific venue details for the daytime programming and evening reception will be shared closer to the event date.

    SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

    All sponsorship packages are offered through the iDAC Foundation, a 501(c)(3) charitable organization, and may be tax-deductible.

    Sponsorship supports the Foundation’s mission, including trustee education, financial literacy programming, and talent development initiatives.

    Sponsorship packages include:

    • Admission to the Investment Forum
    • Access to the Evening Networking Reception & Fireside Chat
    • Participation in the Morning Financial Literacy School Visits

    Click here to review sponsorship levels and benefits.

    • 22 Sep 2026
    • 25 Sep 2026
    • VEA Newport Beach, 900 Newport Center Drive, Newport Beach, CA 92660
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     Sponsor Prospectus  Agenda  Confirmed Sponsors
     Click Here  Click Here  Click here


    Registration Information

    Early Bird registration rates are available through 11:59pm PT on Saturday, May 23, 2026.

    • LPs and Non Profits = complimentary
    • Consultant Member = $150 early bird / $200 standard / Non-Member = $750
    • iDAC Member = $2500 early bird / $2800 standard / Non-Member = $4,000
    • iDAC Small Firm Member = $1250 early bird / $1400 standard / Non-Member = $2500
    • Non-Working and Student Member = $50 early bird / $100 standard / Non-Member = $200

    CANCELLATION POLICY

    Due to contractual commitments, there will be no refunds after September 4, 2026


    To receive the member rate, please ensure you are logged in to your iDAC membership account before registering. If you do not remember your password, use the “Forgot Password” link on the login page. Questions about membership? Please contact Marisha Gonzalez at admin@idacfinance.org for assistance.


    Group Registration

    If you are registering multiple attendees from your organization, please complete the first registration and select “Invoice Me” at checkout. After submitting the registration, you will have the option to add additional registrants to the same invoice, allowing all registrations to be billed together.


    Important Registration Notes

    • If you are registering on behalf of another attendee, please enter the attendee’s information (not your own) in the registration fields so badges and event communications are accurate.

    • Please ensure the attendee’s name and organization are entered correctly for badge printing.

    • To avoid duplicate registrations, please do not submit multiple registrations for the same attendee. If you need to make changes after registering, contact admin@idacfinance.org and we will be happy to assist.

    To return to the main conference page on www.idacfinance.org, please click HERE.


    HOTEL ACCOMMODATIONS

    iDAC, Inc. has secured a group rate of $329 + 15% tax and $1.60 Tourism Fee (resort fee waived).

    Reserve your room at this link: https://book.passkey.com/go/idacglogalsummit

    Discounted room rate is available until Monday, August 31, 2026


    WHEN: September 22-24, 2026

    WHERE: VEA Newport Beach, A Marriott Resort & Spa; 900 Newport Center Drive, Newport Beach, CA 92660


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