As geopolitical tensions rise and governments increase defense spending, investors are reassessing the role of defense within their portfolios. Accelerating innovation in areas such as cybersecurity, AI, aerospace, space, and dual-use technologies is creating a rapidly expanding opportunity set for private capital. Yet the debate extends beyond financial returns: how can investments in defense and security be reconciled with the principles of responsible investing?

Join industry leaders, investors, and ESG experts as we discuss how to navigate the intersection of responsibility, resilience, and investment opportunity in one of the most important and debated sectors of today's private markets.

Agenda:

17:50
Antonia Sieber, Principal, LGT Capital Partners - Welcome & Opening

18:00
Hanna Edström, Principal, LGT Capital Partners, Co-Head ESG & Impact
Introduction "Responsible Investing in Defense"

18:15 Panel Discussion
- Cécile Nguyen-Cluzel, Partner, Latour Capital (Defence Fund)
- Peter Huber, Entrepreneur and Board Member
- Edwin Eichler, Chairman & CEO, EICHLER Consulting AG
- Michael Addicks, ESG & Impact Professional, LGT Capital Partners

19:00 Networking Apéro

Fee: SECA Members & Guests: for free / Non-members: CHF 60

Language: English