Berlin Briefing: Why #SuperReturn Still Rules the Global Private Capital Conversation

More than a networking event, it’s a market-moving summit Every June, the InterContinental Berlin becomes the epicenter of global private capital, as SuperReturn International (June 2–6, 2025)  brings together the sharpest minds in investing. Think of it as the Davos of private equity and private debt—with real LP-GP matchmaking and strategy sessions that move markets, not just mouths. This year’s speaker roster reads like a global who's who: Anthony Fobel (CEO, Arcmont) , Robin Doumar (Park Square Capital) , Nicki Boyd (Sphera Partners) , Ken Kencel (Churchill Asset Management) , Paul Newsome (Unigestion) , and Alisa Amarosa Wood (KKR) , to name a few. They’re not coming for photo ops—they’re here to dig deep into structural shifts and the new rules of the private capital game. What's Trending on the Agenda? 1. Private Credit’s Blurred Borders: Forget old labels. Sessions like "Where Does Private Credit Stop and Private Equity Begin?"  and "What's Next for Real Asset Private Debt?"  are rewriting definitions. Expect insight from David N. Miller (Morgan Stanley) , Kevin Griffin (MGG) , and Phil Cuff (Apollo) . 2. The Secondaries Shake-Up: As GP-leds surge, panels such as "The Rise and Rise of GP-led Secondaries"  and "Continuation Funds: Managing Conflicts of Interest"  ask: is the hype justified? Look for sharp takes from José Luis Molina (AltamarCAM)  and Valérie Handal (HarbourVest Partners) . 3. Sports as an Asset Class: Yes, investing in teams, leagues, and even fans is real. SuperReturn is running a full Investing in Sports Summit , spotlighting Jason Schretter (Raine) , Bobby Sharma (Bluestone Equity) , and Achille de Rauglaudre (Athletico Ventures) . 4. Private Wealth Goes Institutional: Retail capital is climbing into private markets. The Private Wealth Summit  features Fiona Kenyon (Julius Baer) , Pierre Forget-Ameziane (Julius Baer) , and Steve Métrallet (ODDO BHF)  breaking down the next chapter in democratization. 5. Women Shaping the Market: The Women in Private Markets Summit  tackles talent pipelines, ESG alignment, and performance, with leaders like Emma Cox (Deloitte) , Rebecca Gibson (Oakley Capital) , and Imogen Richards (Pantheon)  challenging the status quo. Why It Still Matters This isn’t just about deal flow. SuperReturn 2025 is a lens on how capital, culture, and strategy are evolving in real time. From semi-liquid structures  and NAV loans , to ESG frontiers  and AI-infused due diligence , the sessions are gritty, global, and grounded. For fund managers, it’s a pulse check. For LPs, it’s alpha scouting. For everyone, it’s a place to recalibrate. SuperReturn doesn’t just track the market—it’s where the future is quietly negotiated.