IVSC Valuation Webinar Series 2023

Join us for an informative webinar on the macroeconomic outlook, where leading experts from around the world will share their insights and predictions on the global economy. With the unprecedented challenges faced by businesses and economies, there has never been a more important time to stay up to date on macroeconomic trends and predictions. This webinar will explore topics such as the impact of inflation and the potential effects of ongoing geopolitical tensions on global markets. Don't miss this opportunity to gain valuable insights and perspectives from a panel of international experts, including leading economists and political experts. Register now to secure your spot.

• Megan Greene, Global Chief Economist, Kroll Institute

• Louis Kujis, Chief Asia Economist, S&P Global Ratings

• Alistair Darling, IVSC Chair and former UK Chancellor of the Exchequer

• Jens Larsen, Director, Macro-Geoconomics, Eurasia Group

Valuation plays a pivotal role in driving well-informed decisions across the business and financial sectors. In this webinar, we consider the importance of international valuation standards in fostering consistency and dependability in valuations worldwide, focusing on the changing needs and challenges faced by businesses, investors and financial regulators. Don't miss this opportunity to gain a deeper understanding of the crucial role that consistent and transparent valuation practices play in today's rapidly evolving business and investment environments. Register now and be part of this enlightening discussion.

• David Larsen, Managing Director, Alternative Asset Advisory, Kroll
• Mary Barth, Professor of Accounting, Stanford University and Vice Chair of the U.S. Financial Accounting Foundation (FAF)
• Marcelo Barbosa – former President of the Brazilian Securities and Exchange Commission (CMV)

As the relevance of ESG investing continues to increase for individual investors, asset managers, corporations, regulators and other stakeholders, so too has the confusion and lack of clarity surrounding the role of ESG in evaluating investment decisions. To help advance the discussion, Kroll has launched its inaugural ESG and Global Investor Returns Study (“ESG Returns Study”). The Kroll ESG Returns Study examines the relationship between historical returns of publicly traded companies and their ESG ratings (as published by MSCI). The study examined a universe of over 13,000 companies across a variety of geographies and industries around the globe. This webinar will present a summary of the findings for four geographic regions (World, North America, Western Europe and Asia Pacific), highlighting some specific countries within these regions. Eleven industries within the World set will also be analyzed. Panelists will comment on the results and what this means from a valuation perspective.

• Carla Nunes, Managing Director, Office of Professional Practice, Kroll
• Srividya Gopal, Managing Director and Southeast Asia Leader, Kroll
• Alexander Aronsohn, Technical Standards Director (Tangible Assets), IVSC

Sovereign wealth funds and state investors are becoming increasingly influential players in the global investment arena. In this webinar, we will explore the distinct valuation challenges that these entities encounter and examine the vital role of valuation advice in guiding their investment decisions. Our discussion will concentrate on the Middle Eastern sovereign wealth funds and their approach to valuation within the framework of their investment strategies.

• Hakim Abdeljaouad, Managing Director and Middle East Valuation Advisory Services Leader, Kroll
• Doug McPhee, Senior Director and Head of Valuations, Public Investment Fund