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Japan Korea Week Virtual Experience 2021
10 November 2021,
Virtual Event UTC+9
Asia’s leading private debt fundraising conference
The PDI Japan Korea Week on 10 November has successfully connected Japan and Korea’s leading investors and fund managers to discover new opportunities in the private debt markets.
Join the private debt community to fundraise from Japanese and Korean LPs, share global investment opportunities, and gain actionable insights on the latest trends.
The Summit will connect you to regional investors effectively, guide your decision-making, and provide 7/24 networking on one platform.
Download 2021 brochure for more information about the Week.
Learn how to fundraise with Japanese and Korean LPs
LPs cut to the chase
LPs share their outlook for the post-pandemic private debt.
Gatekeepers’ view
Learn the secrets and tactics of managing LP relationships from regional placement agents and gatekeepers.
Interactive networking
Discuss diversified strategies and dive deeper into trending topics in the networking programme.
Our speaking faculty:
Download the agenda to see the trends changing Asia-Pacific investor appetite and markets, including:
- Private debt global market outlook and key trends to keep an eye on in 2022
- Middle market direct lending in North America and Western Europe
- Japanese and Korean investors’ appetite and allocation plan in the private debt
- and many more…
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Asset management in the new normal
View this exclusive session today to discover Japanese and Korean investor appetite shifts and their blueprints for 2022 and beyond.
Gain insight from Cabot Capital Partners, Hamilton Lane, Mitsui & Co. Alternative Investments and Vogo Fund Asset Management on how investors choose their fund managers, due diligence process changes amid disruption, and much more.
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Secure your place at PDI Japan Korea Week today, you will gain immediate access to APAC investors and PDI APAC Summit content on-demand.
The APAC Summit will connect you with Asia’s behemoth investors. Connect with global leaders to analyse Asia-Pacific’s most promising private credit markets from an LP standpoint as the region is set to offer the highest growth potential in 2021.
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Agenda
Exclusive - Tuesday 28th
Exclusive Virtual LIVE Session conducted in English (All times in UTC +9)
10:30 - 11:15
Asset management in the new normal
Diana Reeves,
Tomoko Kitao ,
Haewon Park,
Ken Shimasaki
- Lessons learnt from due diligence processes given the disruptions from 2020
- Mid-year review: How LPs are choosing their overseas private debt managers right now? Are you witnessing a change in how LPs choose their cross-border GPs?
- Are LPs still considering new relationship under the global social distancing? Do you see many LPs adopting to doing due diligence online for both known and unknown managers?
- Looking back – Which private credit markets do LPs feel more interested during 2021? Developed or emerging markets?
- Looking forward – Which market has the best potential for new private debt investment from Q4 onwards?
- ESG requirements are being more stringent than pre-pandemic when evaluating GPs, do you see this trend among Japanese and Korean LPs?
- The frequently asked questions raised by LPs during the pandemic
11:15 - 11:30
Speed networking
New to virtual or an experienced attendee? Spend some time meeting the key stakeholders in private debt space, and PEI introduce you upcoming LP roundtables. Attendees could join and are matched with speakers and other attendees for a randomly allocated video chat, discuss the topic with speakers and put their questions to them face-to-face. Attendees could then follow up afterwards via the platform directory to continue the conversation.
Agenda
Main Day - Wednesday 10th
Live interpretation provided English, Japanese and Korean (All times in UTC +9)
09:25 - 10:15
Welcome from PDI and opening remarks; Opening panel: Global outlook on credit markets and fundraising
Thomas Swain,
Tas Hasan,
David Ross,
Dale Stohr
- The dynamics shaping private credit markets — deal activity, leverage metrics, spread levels – and what it all means for LPs.
- Which markets and strategies will be resilient through the next 24 months?
- The future of fundraising post-pandemic.
10:20 - 11:00
Panel: Hot strategies in focus
Aiva Sperberga,
Joseph Siprut,
David Trucano,
Vivek Melwani
- What are the hottest private debt strategies among Asian investors today: Senior debt, mezzanine or distressed?
- How do you view prospects for the next 12-24 months?
- How are distressed debt players viewing the deal market and the recovery curve post-pandemic?
11:05 - 11:45
Japanese session - Panel: Gatekeepers in the driving seat of Japanese overseas allocations
Jiro Shimpo,
Akihiro Endo,
Tomoko Kitao ,
Ken Shimasaki
- What is Japanese LPs preference in private market investment now, in short-term and long-term?
- What are the hottest overseas credit products among collateralised loan obligation (CLO) trances, bank loan funds and asset-backed lending?
- What are the merits of having a direct agent in Japan, in terms of reporting, monitoring and tax issues?
Ken Shimasaki
Executive Director, Investment Management, Mitsui & Co. Alternative Investments
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11:05 - 11:45
Korean session - Panel: Going behind the investment scene with Korean insurers
Andrew Shin,
Innchul Oh,
Wan Sun Park
- The pandemic caused unprecedented market volatility in 2020, what is driving LP allocations, and what further appetite shifts can we expect from investors in 2022?
- What are focused strategies in terms of capital, asset type and geography?
- Where are the next target markets in the post-pandemic world?
- What do Korean LPs consider vital in choosing a private debt fund manager?
11:50 - 13:10
Break
13:10 - 13:35
Korean session - KIC’s view: Spotlight on ESG
Jinsuk Choi
- What are the key considerations for KIC as it relates to ESG investment in private debt?
- How has covid-19 highlighted the urgent need for action on climate change?
- How KIC applies ESG framework during the manager selection process and differentiate the asset managers?
13:40 - 14:25
Case studies: Is the APAC corporate debt the next frontier?
Andrew Tan,
Hemant Daga,
Sean Egan
- Deep dive on GP investment case studies, leading by a facilitator to understand the covenant quality and potential pitfalls LPs that need to be wary of.
- View on the APAC or specific region: India / Australia / China / as an attractive hub for debt funds. What should investors take into account when allocating their capital into the APAC private debt markets?
14:30 - 15:10
Japanese session - Panel: How Japanese LPs are preparing for unpredictable markets?
Hisanori Takata,
Yuko Hara,
Kaoru Ikeuchi,
Yoshito Nishikawa
- The pandemic caused unprecedented market volatility in 2020, what is driving LP allocations, and what further appetite shifts can we expect from investors in 2022?
- What are focused strategies in terms of capital structure, asset type, and geography?
- Where are the next target markets in the post-pandemic world?
- What do Japanese LPs consider vital in choosing a private debt fund manager?
Hisanori Takata
Co-founder and Managing partner, Tokyo University of Science Innovation Capital
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14:30 - 15:10
Korean session - Panel: The inside view with Korean asset managers and securities firms
Elizabeth Oh,
Ha-Kyoung Lee,
Eugene So
- Analysis of the key opportunities to emerge from the pandemic.
- How do Korean gatekeepers view the possible additional regulation of the private debt industry?
- What is your advice to investors who are considering private credit in the current credit cycle?
15:15 - 15:45
Presentation: European core middle market private debt (LPs only)
Theo Weber,
Shinichi Hiraoka ,
Bryan Koo
- Development and outlook of the European private debt market
- Lessons learned from Covid-19 – pricing, terms, etc.
- ESG integration
15:50 - 16:20
Presentation: Benefits of a global approach to mid-market private credit investing (LPs only)
David Ross
- Growth and evolution of middle market lending post-Covid
- Key pockets of opportunity emerging in the market
- Building relationships in key markets
16:25 - 17:00
Panel: Middle market direct lending in developed markets
Trevor Castledine,
James Greenwood,
Patrick Marshall,
Leslie Mapondera
- How does private lending look in the North America and Western Europe?
- Which markets are proving more resilient since the pandemic and downturn started?
- What are some of the key differences, merits and challenges of sponsored vs non-sponsored transactions?
- How do the upper and lower middle markets compare for deals, returns and terms?
17:05 - 17:30
Presentation: European lower middle market direct lending (LPs only), followed by Close of PDI Japan Korea Week Main Day
Patrick Marshall
- How to originate loans
- Better loan structures
- The difficulties of doing ESG analysis on smaller companies.
Your access to Japanese and Korean outbound investors
The Week will connect you to leading Japanese and Korean LPs across a unique three-day programme on 9-11 November. Join invitation-only sessions to immediately connect with most active LP allocators to the strategies that interest you.
Your ticket also allows you access to Pan-Asia investors at the PDI APAC Summit on-demand. Discover new opportunities in Asia-Pacific markets and how LPs are currently allocating to private credit strategies.
Meet regional investors and global credit leaders
Meet our 2021 attendees
Get your networking access and start the conversations.
View the live session on-demand
Asset management in the new normal
View this exclusive session today to discover Japanese and Korean investor appetite shifts and their blueprints for 2022 and beyond.
Gain insight from Cabot Capital Partners, Hamilton Lane, Mitsui & Co. Alternative Investments and Vogo Fund Asset Management on how investors choose their fund managers, due diligence process changes amid disruption, and much more.
“A good opportunity to stay connected to market
participants and hear their opinions remotely.”
Tetsuya Nagamochi
Shinsei Bank
Learn how to fundraise with Japanese and Korean LPs
LPs cut to the chase
LPs share their outlook for post-pandemic private debt allocations
Gatekeepers’ view
Learn the secrets and tactics of managing LP relationships from regional placement agents and gatekeepers.
Interactive networking
Discuss diversified strategies and dive deeper into trending topics in the networking programme.
Instant access to APAC investors
Get your networking access today and begin networking with Asia-Pacific investors.
The early networking access only available to ticket holders.
Get a taste of the week
View PDI Japan Korea Week in a nutshell. Get your access today.
Pre-Event Resources
Discuss key trends with our speakers
Discover the industry-shifting topics and strategies from our latest agenda.
Download agenda today. Tell us what you want to hear at the Week by contacting our producer Rida Shaikh.
Our 2021 speakers:
Trevor Castledine
Senior Director, Private Markets, bfinance
Trevor is a Senior Director in bfinance’s private markets team, focussing on alternative credit. He was formerly Deputy CIO at LCPF and then Investment Director for the Credit investments of LPPI, the investment management collaboration between Lanca… Read full bio
Jinsuk Choi
Head of Sustainable Investment Team, Korea Investment Corporation
Jinsuk Choi is the Head of the Sustainable Investment Team, Strategy and Innovation Group at the Korea Investment Corporation (KIC). He is in charge of implementing the sovereign wealth fund’s investment strategies, processes and policies. Since 2016… Read full bio
Hemant Daga
Chief Executive Officer, Edelweiss Asset Management
Hemant Daga has 18 years of investment experience and is the CEO for Edelweiss Asset Management. As the head of the Asset Management business, Hemant is responsible for the Alternatives business and the Mutual Fund business. He has been instrumental… Read full bio
Sean Egan
CEO, Egan-Jones Ratings
Sean Egan is a founding partner and president of Egan-Jones Ratings Company (EJR), which was organized in 1992 for the purpose of providing timely, accurate credit ratings. Over the past decade, EJR provide risk managers with warnings on Ambac, Count… Read full bio
Akihiro Endo
Co-Head of Private Equity Investments, Tokio Marine Asset Management
Mr. Endo joined Tokio Marine Asset Management (TMAM) in 2017. His responsibilities include investment analysis, due diligence, investment monitoring, performance analysis, client reporting, and client servicing. Prior to joining TMAM, he worked as a… Read full bio
James Greenwood
Chief Executive Officer and Partner, Permira Credit
James joined Permira Credit in June 2007 and has led the business as Chief Executive Officer since January 2009. He is a member of all Permira Credit investment committees. James has over 30 years of European credit experience. In his early career he… Read full bio
Yuko Hara
Director, Investment Private Assets, ORIX Life Insurance
Yuko Hara is a Director of Alternative Investment Team of Investment Department. She took this position in July 2020 and has been responsible for managing mainly Private Debt while the team is covering Private Equity, Infrastructures Real Estate. Pri… Read full bio
Tas Hasan
Partner and Head of the Investment Team, Deerpath Capital
Mr. Tas Hasan is a Partner and head of the Investment Team at Deerpath Capital. He is responsible for managing Deerpath’s deal sourcing, deal pipeline and origination and execution activities. In this role, he directs the investment team in our five… Read full bio
Shinichi Hiraoka
Director, BlackRock
Shinichi Hiraoka, Director, is a member of Japan Product Strategy team, covering credit strategies. Mr. Hiraoka's service with the firm dates back to 2010. Mr. Hiraoka joined BlackRock from Nomura Securities where he was a senior investment consultan… Read full bio
Kaoru Ikeuchi
Senior Portfolio Manager, Nissay Asset Management
Kaoru Ikeuchi is Senior Portfolio Manager at Alternative Investment Department of Nissay Asset Management since Apr 2017 (his department has moved to NAM from Nippon Life Insurance Company in Mar 2021) where he is responsible for investing private de… Read full bio
Tomoko Kitao
Managing Director, Client Solutions, Hamilton Lane
Tomoko is a Managing Director in Hamilton Lane’s Client Solutions Group, where she heads the firm’s Tokyo office. She is primarily responsible for client management and development of the firm’s client relationships in Japan. Prior to joining Hamilto… Read full bio
Bryan Koo
Director, BlackRock Alternative Investors
Bryan Koo, Director, is a member of BlackRock Alternative Investors (BAI). He is responsible for positioning BlackRock's alternatives products & capabilities as part of BlackRock Alternatives Specialists (BAS) team in APAC. Prior to joining Black… Read full bio
Ha-Kyoung Lee
Chief Investment Officer, VI Asset Management
Ha-Kyoung Lee obtained BA in Political Science from Ewha Womans University and MBA from MIT Sloan Business School. She entered the department of international finance and development at Daewoo Securities, in charge of issuing overseas securities such… Read full bio
Leslie Mapondera
Partner, Apollo Management International
Mr. Mapondera joined Apollo in 2019 based in London. Prior to joining Apollo, he was Head of Financial Institutions Portfolio at Qatar Investment Authority (QIA) (2010 – 2019) and also served as Head of Investment Execution and Head of Mergers &… Read full bio
Patrick Marshall
Head of Private Debt and CLOs, Federated Hermes
Patrick joined the international business of Federated Hermes in June 2015 to launch and manage the Direct Lending strategy, which invests in senior loans to UK and European mid-market businesses. In this role, Patrick is responsible for the day-to-d… Read full bio
Vivek Melwani
Senior Managing Director, New York, Centerbridge
Viv joined Centerbridge in 2008 and is a portfolio manager for the Firm’s global credit, distressed strategies & special situations investing activities. He also serves as a member of the Firm’s Management Committee and focuses on special situati… Read full bio
Yoshito Nishikawa
Managing Officer, Hulic
Yoshito Nishikawa is Managing Officer in Asset Solutions Department at Hulic Co,Ltd and responsible for the entire process of new property investment, including establishing portfolio strategy, to source property acquisition opportunities and to exec… Read full bio
Elizabeth Oh
Head of Investment Advisory, Korea, Mercer
Elizabeth Oh is a Principal and Head of Investment Advisory, Korea within Mercer’s Wealth business. She is responsible for heading investment/retirement advisory development and relationship management with Korean institutional clients and leveraging… Read full bio
Innchul Oh
Senior Manager, Private Equity Team, Hyundai Marine & Fire Insurance
Innchul Oh is senior manager of private equity team at Hyundai Marine & Fire Insurance(HDMF) based in Seoul, South Korea. Prior to HDMF, he worked as a senior manager in National Agricultural Cooperative Federation(NACF) and he established global… Read full bio
Wan Sun Park
Head of Alternative Investment Team, Fubon Hyundai Life Insurance
Wan-sun Park is the Head of Alternative Investment Team in Fubon Hyundai Life Insurance (FHL) where he is in charge of managing alternative investment - private equity, private debt, real estate and infrastructure. He has developed overseas alternati… Read full bio
Diana Reeves
Director, Cabot Capital Partners
Diana is a co-founder and director of Cabot Capital Partners, a Singapore-based boutique asset manager/adviser focussed on connecting Asian private market opportunities with mid-sized institutions and private investors globally. Diana’s multi-decade… Read full bio
David Ross
Managing Director and Head of Private Credit, Northleaf Capital Partners
David is a Managing Director and the Head of Private Credit, responsible for overseeing the origination, evaluation and monitoring of Northleaf’s private credit investments globally. He is also involved in Northleaf’s investor relations and business… Read full bio
Ken Shimasaki
Executive Director, Investment Management, Mitsui & Co. Alternative Investments
Ken Shimasaki is responsible for the sourcing new managers and strategies globally in the alternative investment space with a focus on the credit strategies including credit related HFs and private debt funds. Before joining Mitsui & Co. Alternat… Read full bio
Jiro Shimpo
President and Chief Executive Officer, Tasku Advisors
Jiro Shimpo has 30 years of buy-side asset management experience including two decades in alternative investments. He runs his own advisory/investment firm to serve institutional investors. Prior to that, he spent each decade in a trust bank, life in… Read full bio
Andrew Shin
Head of Investments (Korea), Willis Towers Watson
Andrew Shin joined Willis Towers Watson in 2012 and is Head of Investment Services, Korea, advising Korean institutions. Andrew commenced his investment career in Canada progressing through a number of roles including product development, research an… Read full bio
Joseph Siprut
Chief Executive Officer, Chief Investment Officer, Kerberos Capital Management
Joe Siprut is the Founder, Chief Executive Officer, and Chief Investment Officer of Kerberos Capital Management, a premier boutique asset management firm specializing in private credit markets across various strategies including direct lending, speci… Read full bio
Eugene So
Head of Global Alternative Investments Team, IBK Securities
Eugene is the Head of Global Alternative Investments Team, spearheading global alternative fund placement business ranging from private equity, private debt, real estate and infrastructure. IBK Securities has a strong track record of placing offshore… Read full bio
Aiva Sperberga
Managing Director, Campbell Lutyens
Aiva Sperberga has been with Campbell Lutyens secondary advisory team since 2009 and has advised clients on a wide range of secondary transactions across various asset classes, including private equity, private credit, infrastructure and real estate.… Read full bio
Dale Stohr
Managing Director, MGG Investment Group
Mr. Stohr has over 20 years of experience investing across the capital structure, in both performing and distressed situations, in the middle market and broadly syndicated loans. Prior to joining MGG, Mr. Stohr was a Portfolio Manager at Ellington Ma… Read full bio
Thomas Swain
Director, Private Fund Group, Credit Suisse (Hong Kong)
Thomas joined the Credit Suisse Private Fund Group in 2006 and is based in Hong Kong. He is responsible for leading PFG’s advisory and fundraising execution activities in Asia Pacific across both primary fundraisings and secondary liquidity solutions… Read full bio
Hisanori Takata
Co-founder and Managing partner, Tokyo University of Science Innovation Capital
Mr. Takata is a Co-Founder and Managing Partner of Tokyo University of Science Innovation Capital. Prior to forming Tokyo University of Science Innovation Capital, Mr. Takata was a member of the Board of Directors of TUS Business Holdings (currently… Read full bio
Andrew Tan
Managing Director, Head of Asia-Pacific Private Debt, Muzinich & Co
Andrew has over 20 years of experience in Asia Pacific financial markets across Private Debt, Syndicated Loans, Special Situations and Distressed Debt. In 2020, Andrew established Muzinich & Co.’s Private Debt business in Asia Pacific and is an i… Read full bio
David Trucano
Head of Opportunistic Credit, BlackRock
David Trucano, Managing Director, leads BlackRock's Opportunistic Credit platform comprised of direct hedge funds and private equity-style credit strategies. Mr. Trucano is the Lead Portfolio Manager and Chairman of the Investment Committee of BlackR… Read full bio
Theo Weber
Managing Director and Head of Private Debt, BlackRock
Dr. Theo Weber, Managing Director, is Head of Origination of Private Debt in Germany within BlackRock International Fixed Income, responsible for the sourcing and execution of middle market direct bond investment opportunities in the German market.Pr… Read full bio
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