
About this Event
CFA Society Indianapolis Forecast Symposium 2026
Featuring Kristina Hooper, Chief Global Market Strategist, Man Group
🏟️ Gainbridge Fieldhouse | January 14, 2026 | Includes tickets to Pacers vs. Raptors
CFA Society Indianapolis invites you to kick off the new year with insight, connection, and market foresight at our Forecast Symposium 2026, held at the iconic Gainbridge Fieldhouse just ahead of the Pacers vs. Raptors game.
We’re thrilled to welcome Kristina Hooper, Chief Global Market Strategist at Man Group, as our keynote speaker. Kristina is a leading voice in global macro strategy, known for her sharp analysis and ability to distill complex market trends into clear, actionable perspectives. Her commentary is regularly featured in top financial media, and she brings a dynamic presence to every stage she graces.
Why Attend?
- Hear Kristina’s expert outlook on global markets and economic trends for 2026
- Connect with fellow investment professionals from across Indiana
- Enjoy a high-energy venue and atmosphere as we gather before tip-off
Whether you're a CFA charterholder, financial advisor, institutional investor, student, or simply passionate about markets, this event is a must-attend for anyone looking to stay ahead in the year to come.
Let’s forecast the future—together.
Reserve your spot now and be part of Indiana’s premier investment community gathering.
Kristina Hooper's Bio
Kristina Hooper is the Chief Market Strategist at Man Group, a global alternative investment manager. In this role, she provides views and insights on the economy and markets. She was featured on the cover of the January 2015 issue of Kiplinger’s magazine, and appears regularly on CNBC, Bloomberg TV, Yahoo Finance and Reuters TV. She has also been a mainstage speaker at numerous national and regional conferences. She is regularly quoted in The Wall Street Journal, Financial Times, The New York Times, Reuters and other financial news publications.
Prior to joining Man Group in 2025, Kristina served as the Chief Global Market Strategist at Invesco and previously worked at Allianz Global Investors. She earned a BA degree, cum laude, from Wellesley College; a JD from Pace University School of Law, where she was a Trustees’ Merit Scholar; an MBA in finance from New York University Stern School of Business, where she was a teaching fellow in macroeconomics and organisational behaviour; and a master’s degree from the Cornell University School of Industrial and Labor Relations, where she focused on labour economics.
Agenda
đź•‘: 05:00 PM - 05:30 PM
Check In
đź•‘: 05:30 PM - 05:35 PM
Opening Remarks CFA President Tom Kaiser
đź•‘: 05:35 PM - 06:00 PM
Opening Speaker
đź•‘: 06:00 PM - 06:40 PM
Keynote Speaker - Kristina Hooper, Man Group
đź•‘: 06:40 PM - 07:00 PM
Transition to Event Suite
đź•‘: 07:00 PM
Tipoff: Pacers vs. Raptors
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Gainbridge Fieldhouse, 125 South Pennsylvania Street, Indianapolis, United States
USD 87.21 to USD 2135.99
