Closing keynote address: A founder’s reality check: scaling, tech and what growth actually looks like

13 May 2027
Main stage

Closing the day, we will feature a candid keynote address from a scale-up founder or CEO. Leaning into the entrepreneurial spirit that unites private equity professionals, this talk will provide a frontline perspective on what it takes to build operational resilience, integrate emerging technologies and drive enterprise value in today’s complex macroeconomic landscape.

Speakers
Merrick McKay
Merrick McKay, Head of Private Equity - Patria GPMS
Felicity O'Kelly
Felicity O'Kelly, Investment Director - Climate Investment