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Our fireside chat webinar series brings together trustees and industry experts to explore the issues that matter most right now. Each session focuses on topics at the forefront of trustees’ minds, offering practical perspectives and real-world insights in a conversational format.

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The Power of Effective Delegation

This session explored how delegation can enhance governance, operational efficiency, and access to specialist expertise, while recognising the spectrum of approaches available.

Running-On in Practice: Unlocking Long-Term Value

This session explores how delegation models can support run-on strategies through efficient surplus generation, dynamic portfolio management, and thoughtful allocation to illiquid asset classes where appropriate.

Endgame Strategy: Where Does a Delegated Approach Add Value?

This session explored where a delegated investment approach can add value in the endgame, focusing on improved cost efficiency, faster responses to market conditions, and streamlined governance for trustees.

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On 11 September, Professional Pensions assembled a panel of experts to discuss government moves on easing restrictions on how scheme surpluses are used.

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Investing for surplus extraction and run-on

The extent to which schemes are looking to stay invested for longer

At the end of March, Professional Pensions assembled a panel of experts to discuss the issue of surplus extraction and run-on.

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