The Duff & Phelps 5th Annual Alternative Investments Conference was held on November 10, 2011 at the New York Stock Exchange. The conference provided a provocative and challenging view on how the alternative asset space will evolve in the future.

“Fair Value, Who Cares? and Why They Should!” – David Larsen and Steve Nebb published in Venture Capital Review
Managing Director David Larsen and Director Steve Nebb discuss how fair value measurement has been a topic of concern in the venture capital industry for almost a decade.

“Assessing New Hedge Funds” – Alan Swersky published in Private Wealth Magazine
Alan Swersky discusses how family offices shouldn’t shy away from emerging hedge fund managers, many of whom outperform their more experienced brethren.

“Trust, But Verify - Investors, Managers Press for Fair Value Transparency” – Chris Franzek published in Alchemy
Duff & Phelps Chris Franzek published in Alchemy.

Highlights from the 2010 4th Annual Alternative Investments Conference
Duff & Phelps 4th Annual Alternative Investments Conference gathered industry thought leaders at the Harvard Club in New York to discuss the key issues impacting the alternative investment industry.

Webcast Replay: Proposed Fair Value Changes Will Impact GPs and LPs Investing in Alternative Assets
Discussion of proposed Fair Value rules impacting alternative asset investments for GPs and LPs using either US GAAP or IFRS. As thought leaders on valuation issues, Duff & Phelps is pleased to provide an exclusive forum to discuss the latest Fair Value developments in the market place.

Highlights from the 2010 European Alternative Investments Valuation Conference
Duff & Phelps European Alternative Investments Valuation Conference gathered industry thought leaders at the Mandarin Oriental in London to discuss the key issues impacting the alternative investment industry.

Webcast Replay: AICPA Issues Interpretative Guidance on Using NAV to Value Interests
This webcast, hosted by Duff & Phelps, will help both General Partners (GPs) and Limited Partners (LPs) further understand the requirements of ASU 2009-12 through a discussion of the new AICPA Technical Guidance.

Webcast Replay: New Fair Value Rules for GPs and LPs Investing in Alternative Assets
Discussion on new Fair Value rules impacting alternative assets. As thought leaders on valuation issues, Duff & Phelps is pleased to provide an exclusive forum to discuss the latest fair value developments in the market place.

FAS 157: Fair Value Measurement
Today's financial markets are having a profound impact on businesses around the world. At Duff & Phelps, we provide timely and effective advice to help clients solve their most complex financial reporting and valuation challenges. Our professionals also advise market experts on important issues, such as FAS157, helping to shape the regulations that will affect the world market for years to come.