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Build better events with beamian software. Your event is unique and so should your event platform be. Add on-site support and de-stress check-in, add smart badges and our award-winning hardware to boost exhibitor ROI or a comprehensive visitor app.

Solent is the brainchild of Roderick Collins and Professors Andrew Clare and Steve Thomas of the Cass Business School. The central proposition is that financial markets are unforecastable, using the macro-economics, subjective market analysis and human judgement advocated by many investment strategists. The solution to this conclusion is not a passive investment, since passive leaves, the investor exposed to all the volatility of the market which, as we have seen with the FTSE 100, can lead to a drawdown of 60%. Solent has identified several rules-based approaches to investment, with no human judgmental intervention, which may be characterized as “clever passive”. The entire Solent methodology is “glass box” not “black box”, i.e. it is transparent and explained in detail in the peer-reviewed papers to be found in the research tab. A principal technique is trend following (basically a comparison of the current price of a market with its long term moving average). When the market is in an uptrend the asset should be held; when in downtrend cash should be held. This method has been around for over a century and has many firm believers in the world of asset management. A secondary technique is a momentum, backing recent winners and avoiding recent losers. There is again a century of evidence across many asset classes that such a strategy can prove useful to investors. Risk parity may also be employed, basically varying conviction according to prevailing volatility. The approach is applicable to all asset classes whether combined or individually. For example, developed and emerging equities, bonds, currencies, commodities, real estate and infrastructure may all be included. The Solent professors have also been at the forefront of “smart beta” research and the design and implementation of smart beta products and these can be useful components of the recommended portfolios. Solent is not an asset management company but a designer of rules-based investment techniques.

Poken by GES is proud to be apart of the Global Experience Specialists suite. A platform of interactive technologies that attract and engage audiences, Poken by GES optimises ROI/ROO for exhibitors and provides rich, behavioural data to organisers. Originally known for the patented interactive USB stick, or “poken”, Poken has delivered over 2000 events of varying sizes from 200 person corporate events to 4000-person conferences, 15’000 pax sporting events, and trade-shows with over 55’000 people. Poken’s core competence lie in providing tools that help event organisers create an engaging experience for their exhibitors and attendees, increasing connections and measurable ROI. The patented “touch to collect” NFC & iBeacon products allow organizers to get unprecedented insight into people’s interests, and boost networking between participants. To speak to one of our team of event professionals, contact us at www.poken.com/contact .

Build better events with beamian software. Your event is unique and so should your event platform be. Add on-site support and de-stress check-in, add smart badges and our award-winning hardware to boost exhibitor ROI or a comprehensive visitor app.

Solent is the brainchild of Roderick Collins and Professors Andrew Clare and Steve Thomas of the Cass Business School. The central proposition is that financial markets are unforecastable, using the macro-economics, subjective market analysis and human judgement advocated by many investment strategists. The solution to this conclusion is not a passive investment, since passive leaves, the investor exposed to all the volatility of the market which, as we have seen with the FTSE 100, can lead to a drawdown of 60%. Solent has identified several rules-based approaches to investment, with no human judgmental intervention, which may be characterized as “clever passive”. The entire Solent methodology is “glass box” not “black box”, i.e. it is transparent and explained in detail in the peer-reviewed papers to be found in the research tab. A principal technique is trend following (basically a comparison of the current price of a market with its long term moving average). When the market is in an uptrend the asset should be held; when in downtrend cash should be held. This method has been around for over a century and has many firm believers in the world of asset management. A secondary technique is a momentum, backing recent winners and avoiding recent losers. There is again a century of evidence across many asset classes that such a strategy can prove useful to investors. Risk parity may also be employed, basically varying conviction according to prevailing volatility. The approach is applicable to all asset classes whether combined or individually. For example, developed and emerging equities, bonds, currencies, commodities, real estate and infrastructure may all be included. The Solent professors have also been at the forefront of “smart beta” research and the design and implementation of smart beta products and these can be useful components of the recommended portfolios. Solent is not an asset management company but a designer of rules-based investment techniques.

Innvotec is a boutique AIFM (Alternative Investment Fund Manager) holding an extensive suite of Regulatory Permissions. We are proud to be one of the UK’s longest established independent Fund Managers and have been fully regulated since our inception. We have no constraint on the type of Fund we can raise and manage. Historically, our focus has been, and continues to be, private equity and capital appreciation whilst also considering the social, economic and environmental impact of our investments. From its formation, Innvotec has always concentrated on investing in private companies at the earlier stages of development. This is where we believe there is the greatest opportunity for growth and capital appreciation. We specialise in markets where our team members and advisors have experience as investors and entrepreneurs. Innvotec raises both limited partnerships for large and institutional investors and tax-efficient funds for UK private investors. Our range of funds has recently been expanded to offer all investors the opportunity of investing on a global basis. We are actively building our portfolio of companies, many of which are developing technologies and propositions that can disrupt industries and solve the most challenging problems the world faces today. Innvotec looks for companies that have the potential to transform the very industry in which they operate. We believe in helping to turn great entrepreneurs and their companies into global winners. Innvotec’s focus is on finding and supporting bold and ambitious founders who have the ambition and determination to build global success stories. Successful growth for innovative companies requires an ecosystem of expertise and support. This is what the Innvotec team provides to the entrepreneurs and their companies throughout the different stages of their development and growth. Innvotec can unlock opportunities to connect with relevant corporates or afford introductions to leading industry expertise.

Milamber Ventures Plc is a trading company focused on the education and vocational training sectors. Milamber provides advisory services and invests in education businesses, adding value through consolidation, strategic business development, access to new clients and cross-selling.

We are your partner in business optimisation. Our mission is simple: to empower businesses to work smarter, faster and better. We do that through our unique approach of providing people and technology to drive business transformation, refine service delivery and build organisational success. We are outcome obsessed and this drives our motivation from beginning to end. When you need assistance, think of smart/tasking and consider it done.