
We’re excited to support Opal Group’s CTA Summit, a premier forum spotlighting the next generation of CTA and commodities managers.
This event brings together institutional and private wealth investors alongside a diverse group of emerging, boutique, women-owned, and minority-owned managers, creating a collaborative environment focused on connection, insight, and opportunity. Designed to highlight innovation across commodities and alternative strategies, the summit fosters meaningful dialogue between allocators and managers navigating an increasingly dynamic market landscape.
The day centers around conversations on:
- How alternative strategies adapt and perform in uncertain environments
- The evolving role of AI, data, and automation in modern trading
- What it takes to raise capital, allocate effectively, and build credibility at scale
- The impact of geopolitical and regulatory shifts on commodity markets and trading strategies
- The opportunities and challenges of integrating ESG into real asset strategies, including the evolution of carbon futures
Alongside the content, there is a strong emphasis on connection, with opportunities to engage with:
- Family offices
- Pensions
- Foundations
- Insurance companies
- Consultants and financial planners
- Commodity trading advisors
- Hedge funds
- Emerging fund of funds
- Other alternative managers
The conference format is intentionally education-focused, featuring:
- Fireside chat-style panels
- A limited number of standalone presentations dedicated strictly to educational content
It is a high-value, thoughtfully curated experience for professionals looking to discover emerging talent, exchange best practices, and stay ahead in the evolving commodities and alternatives landscape.
June 16th, 2026
Chicago