Upcoming Events

Emerging Markets Conference

Dear Member, CFA Society France invites you explore the evolving landscape of Emerging Markets. During our new conference, we will analyse the Emerging Debt Markets but also the Emerging Equity Markets featuring leading experts. This conference will be moderated by two CFA Charterholders who work daily on Emerging Markets. Panel Emerging Market Debt: Polina Kurdyavko - Head of EMD, RBC BlueBay Asset Management Michael Israel - Associé, IVO Capital Partners Yasmine Ravaï - EM Fixed Income & FX Portfolio Manager, Eurizon Moderated by Inna Mufteeva, CFA Panel Equities: Laurence Bensafi - Deputy Head of Emerging Markets, RBC Global Asset Management Xavier Hovasse - Portfolio Manager, Carmignac Devan Kaloo - Global Head of Equitie Moderated by Gulshat Fréchou, CFA Together, we will analyse: Geopolitical and macroeconomic dynamics shaping China, India, Latin America, Africa, and Emerging Europe The most compelling regions and currencies heading into 2026 Idiosyncratic credit and equity opportunities, including sectors driven by AI and global structural trends Real estate, commodities, and long-term investment themes Portfolio construction frameworks and risk management in volatile environments This session will provide a comprehensive, cross-asset perspective on both risks and opportunities in Emerging Markets, and how professional investors are positioning today. Discussions on debt will be held in French, and those on equity in English. Questions in French or English will be warmly welcomed. A networking cocktail will follow the conference, offering an opportunity to continue the discussion with peers and speakers. We look forward to welcoming you to this insightful and engaging session.

From Experience to Influence: Mastering Leadership

CFA Society France and Women in Finance are pleased to invite you to a joint event exploring the multiple dimensions of effective leadership. Join us for an insightful dialogue between two distinguished speakers: Véronique Luizet , SVP, Senior Regional Director, France Switzerland - FactSet Nathalie Dassas , CEO, Founder & Executive Coach - Aesara Partners Drawing on insights from the World Governments Summit and the Gallup Global Report, our speakers will confront their perspectives and discuss: How a leader’s beliefs and mindset evolve with experience Leading by example under pressure and in times of stress The role of vulnerability and authenticity in leadership How today’s global turbulence reshapes leadership expectations The session will conclude with an interactive Q&A, giving you the chance to engage directly with our speakers. You will leave with practical takeaways, grounded in real-world leadership successes and failures, that you can immediately apply in your own professional journey. We look forward to welcoming you to what promises to be a thoughtful and inspiring discussion.