The Central and Eastern European market place presents one of the new frontiers for private equity investors. Eight of the countries in the region are entering the European Union in May 2004. As convergence towards EU standards offers opportunities for strong economic and investment growth, with markets maturing and deal sizes increasing, the region is now a viable investment alternative to the crowded private equity environment of Western Europe.
However, doing business in the CEE still demands a special approach. Despite more than ten years of transition to the market economy and continuing EU convergence, the operating environments of these economies have retained marked particularities. The legal framework and its enforcement, corporate governance practices and financial markets functionality can present obstacles for the uninitiated. The LBS conference is an opportunity to shed light on the factors that can impact the way you practice private equity in Central and Eastern Europe.
It is, in fact, the challenges that provide private equity investors with the opportunity to add substantial value. By recruiting new and training existing management, adding new technologies and know-how, bringing international business contacts and providing much needed capital, private equity funds can significantly impact the profitability of local businesses and earn high returns for its investors.
Those closely involved in the region over the years have been observing a consistent trend towards greater recognition of private equity as an asset class. It is underpinned by the successes achieved by stakeholders, investee companies, fund managers and investors. The Central and Eastern European markets can represent lucrative opportunities for investors prepared to take and manage the risks involved.
Our distinguished panel of speakers consists of senior private equity professionals with extensive experience in the region. The conference will provide a unique opportunity to gain valuable insights into every aspect of private equity practice in Central and Eastern Europe. The panel will deal with the advantages and disadvantages of taking the plunge into private equity in Central and Eastern Europe and discussion will range from how to attract investors and how to operate successfully in the region, to what to expect in the medium term.
Participation will provide you with the unique opportunity to understand where the opportunities lie and how to operate profitably in these fast-changing economies.
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