DC Forum

Wednesday 2 October 2024 | DWS offices, London

DC Forum

Shaping tomorrow's pensions landscape

Digest the top issues facing DC pension schemes this year and beyond with our half day DC Forum in London. Featuring updates from the PLSA on their latest policy work, an exploration of ESG regulation and policy measures, and an audience with both The Pensions Regulator and the Department for Work and Pensions. Plus, an opportunity to discuss the latest Value for Money regulations with your friends and colleagues in the industry.

Join your fellow DC members for a comprehensive, off the record discussion of the issues affecting you and your savers.

Our Forums bring together the pensions community to connect, share insights and tackle challenges and emerging trends together. Don’t miss the opportunity to discover thought leadership, hear from the experts, and add your voice to open discussion. Secure your place today. 

Programme

09:30 - 10:00

Registration and Refreshments

Networking |

Reception Area |

09:30 - 10:00

10:00 - 10:05

Welcome from the PLSA and DWS

Session |

Auditorium |

10:00 - 10:05

10:05 - 10:30

An Update From the PLSA: Our Discoveries in 2024

Session |

Auditorium |

10:05 - 10:30

A summary of the PLSA’s latest discoveries in the world of DC pensions, as well as how we’ll be supporting you in the years ahead.
Joe Dabrowski, Deputy Director – Policy, PLSA

10:35 - 11:20

Value for Money Regulations: A Discussion

Session |

Auditorium |

10:35 - 11:20

What are your concerns around Value for Money? Join the discussion and share your concerns as we look at the details of the VfM framework...
Ruari Grant, Senior Policy Lead - DC, Master Trusts & Standards, PLSA
Steve Watson, Director of Policy and Research, Cushon
Session chair: James Walsh, Head of Member Engagement, PLSA

11:20 - 11:40

Refreshment break

Networking |

Reception area |

11:20 - 11:40

11:40 - 12:25

Are ESG Regulatory and Policy Measures Driving Asset Allocation?

Session |

Auditorium |

11:40 - 12:25

Discover the findings as we explore ESG initiatives, their impacts and effects on asset allocation
Sebastian Schiele, Global Head of Xtrackers Mandates & Solutions Sales
Session chair: George Dollner, Policy Lead, PLSA

12:30 - 13:20

Ask the Regulators

Session |

Auditorium |

12:30 - 13:20

Have your questions answered by the Department for Work and Pensions and The Pensions Regulator in this session
Chris Clark, Policy Business Lead, The Pensions Regulator
David Bateman, Policy Manager, DWP
Session chair: Alyshia Harrington-Clark, Head of DC, Master Trusts and Lifetime Savings, PLSA

13:20 - 14:20

Lunch

Networking |

Reception area |

13:20 - 14:20

If you have any questions about this event please contact Nikolina Hudi:
0207 601 1710  |   [email protected]



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off the record

This event will be held off the record, allowing delegates to freely express their views and to encourage free discussion. 

Key info


DATE AND TIME

Wednesday 2 October
09:30 - 14:20

Location

Deutsche Bank
10 Moorfields Highwalk
London 
EC2Y 9DP 

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FEES

PLSA Fund members FREE
PLSA Master trust members FREE
Non-member pension schemes £195 + VAT

WHO IS IT FOR?

Senior level executives and decision-makers from DC schemes of all sizes, including Heads of Pensions, Trustees, Administrators, Heads of Investment, CIOs, CEOs, Master Trusts, and anyone representing a pension scheme with an interest in DC pensions.

CPD

This event may qualify for CPD hours under your CPD scheme.