Sohn Hearts & Minds brings together international thought leaders, research scientists, fund managers, surprise guests and entertainers, in support of Australian medical research, for a one-day annual conference.
More than 600 senior representatives and key decision-makers from over 450 organisations will gather to hear unique insights. Attendees include ultra-high-net worth investors and the Chief Investment Officers of some of Australia’s leading industry and retail super funds, representing more than $500 billion of wholesale funds under management.
For the first time in its seven-year history, Sohn Hearts & Minds will partner with the South Australian Government to deliver the conference in Adelaide. Attendees will experience the best of South Australia all while raising vital funds to build medical research capabilities across the nation.
"Delegates and guests will be able to see for themselves, the innovative ecosystem we have across key sectors of growth, including critical technologies; health and medical; energy and mining; defence and space; food, wine and agribusiness and tourism. The conference will give a significant boost to health and medical research in South Australia, donating 50 per cent of the funds raised to be used right here in our state."
Nick Champion MP, Minister for Trade and Investment.
The 2023 Sohn Hearts & Minds Conference, featured speakers such as famed hedge fund manager Dan Loeb from New York-based Third Point; Dr Peter Attia, world-leading longevity expert and founder of Early Medical; Professor Misty Jenkins AO, WEHI and Cathie Wood of ARK Invest.
Sohn Hearts & Minds is on track to raise more than $60 million for medical research through conference ticket sales and donated fees from its listed investment company, known as Hearts and Minds Investments (ASX: HM1).
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