Shaping the future of private debt
Join us at PEI’s highly anticipated 4th annual Women in Private Debt Forum: North America, returning to New York in Spring 2026. This event brings together institutional investors, fund managers, and thought leaders to discuss the latest trends and opportunities shaping private debt markets.
Gain invaluable insights and forge connections with globally recognized firms, with past attendees including Private Debt powerhouses, such as Allianz Capital Partners, IMCO, Lexington Partners, New York City Retirement Systems, Pantheon, Raymond James, Resolution Life US, StepStone Group.
The Women in Private Debt Forum: North America is co-located with forums focused on Private Equity, Infrastructure, Real Estate, providing attendees with a holistic view of private markets.
What can you expect at the Women in Private Debt Forum?
Unrivalled cross-asset class networking
This is an event like no other within the asset class for networking. Throughout the unique event there are opportunities to take part in the discussion and make real lasting connections with industry participants. Join a seated working lunch, investor-only workshop, roundtable discussions, think-tanks, mentoring sessions, and many other networking sessions.
Hear the latest trends in private debt
Get a sense of the private debt market and discover latest market dynamics including sponsorless deals, special situations, investor interest in speciality finance, opportunities in corporate credit and much more.
Gain crucial investor insights
Get a view across the investor spectrum from foundations, sovereign wealth funds, insurance companies and public and private pension funds. Understand what matters most to them, how real estate has compared to other asset classes in the past two years.
What was new in 2025?
- Expanded asset class content: An expanded line up of sessions dedicated to Private Debt, along with deep dives into other asset classes
- Investor perspectives: Insights from over 50 institutional investor speakers, who shared their perspectives on alternative investments across two days.
- Future leaders networking: A dedicated session for junior and mid-level women to build career advancement strategies
- Focus on value creation: The 2025 agenda focused on how managers are driving returns despite a more challenging environment for exits
- Enhanced networking: Allocated networking spaces designed to bring together professionals in Private Debt and foster meaningful connections with industry peers
2025 speakers included
Institutional Investors may be eligible for a complimentary ticket*
A limited number of complimentary passes are available for eligible allocators and institutional investors to join the event.
To qualify for a complimentary pass, you must meet the eligibility criteria in representing a pension fund, insurance company, sovereign wealth fund, private wealth manager, foundation, endowment, family office or corporate investment division.
Apply for a pass and a member of our team will follow up with you to secure your pass.
Testimonials from previous attendees
I ran into women I hadn’t seen in years! It was great to hear about the state of the industry along different tracks and gain valuable insight.
Organized, easy networking opportunities, honest conversations, and cutting edge substantive knowledge.
I really enjoyed being on a panel and meeting women from not only the United States, but other countries.