Thought Leadership Lunch During ICI’s 2025 ETF Conference, Sponsored by Ropes & Gray: ETFs – What’s Next: ETFs as a Share Class and Beyond

Event
September 9, 2025
Date:  September 9, 2025
Time:  12:40-2:00 PM CT
Location:  Renaissance Nashville Hotel

Join us for a dynamic panel discussion bringing together leading voices from the ETF industry. Ropes & Gray partners Brian McCabe and James Thomas will be joined by Scott Dennis (Head of ETFs, The TCW Group) and Matt Kaufman (Global Head of ETFs, Calamos Investments) to discuss the evolving landscape of ETFs.

The session will explore emerging opportunities with ETF share classes and examine the rapid growth of active ETFs. Panelists will delve into recent product innovations and address key distribution considerations that are shaping the market. The discussion will also cover the latest trends in fund conversions and mergers, providing practical insights for asset managers, investors, and industry professionals navigating the future of ETFs.

Whether you are seeking to understand the implications of new ETF structures or looking for strategies to capitalize on industry developments, this panel offers a unique opportunity to hear from experts at the forefront of ETF innovation.

Questions: RGEvents@ropesgray.com

Panelists

Scott Dennis
Head of ETFs, The TCW Group
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Matt Kaufman
Global Head of ETFs, Calamos Investments
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