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Dana Point
Alternative Investments (Broad) / North America

GAIM Ops West 2026

Dates October 25–27, 2026
Location Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach, Dana Point, CA, USA
Organizer Informa Connect
Attendees450+
LP Attendance80+
PE VC Credit Hedge Funds
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Overview

450+ senior executives including COOs, CFOs, CCOs, IR heads, and fund allocators from hedge funds, PE, and institutional investors. West Coast operations and allocator networking.

Why fund managers attend

West Coast version of GAIM Ops with a mix of operations leaders and institutional allocators. The luxury resort setting creates organic networking opportunities with senior decision-makers.

Attendees
450+
LP Attendance
80+
Region
North America
Category
Alternative Investments (Broad)

Best for

Fund Operations Teams West Coast Networking

LP types attending

The following investor types typically attend GAIM Ops West:

Pension Funds Family Offices Consultants

Preparation tips for fund managers

  • The resort setting (Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach) is premium - match the dress code
  • October timing means Q4 allocation discussions are active
  • Operations-focused LPs are doing due diligence - be ready for detailed questions

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