I always look forward to the Drawdown conferences because they are well-organised, the right size and composition
of attendees (peer group and sponsors) and they always result in takeaways that are highly relevant to my role/our business.
5 - 6 November 2025
The Algarve, Portugal
50 hand-picked GPs
Get specific answers to your toughest finance and operations challenges.
Our Winter Summit narrows the focus to the core operational demands of running a private equity firm.
Building on the success of our summer summit, this intimate winter gathering brings together the private market's most experienced CFOs and COOs to tackle the nitty-gritty of operations. Exchange practical solutions with a community of peers who understand the daily complexities of running a private equity firm.
Over two days in a relaxed resort setting, you'll engage in honest, focused discussions about what really works in PE operations. From fund structuring to management company challenges, gain insights you can actually use in your day to day.
This summit is free to attend for GPs. Limited seats are available. Priority is given to The Drawdown GP members.
What makes this different?
Our summer summit opens the door to game-changing connections. Now, our winter edition dives deeper into the specific challenges faced by PE's financial and operational leaders. The same trusted, intimate atmosphere - but with laser focus on the issues that matter to CFOs and COOs.
Why do top operational professionals attend this event?
Get real solutions
Discover how the private markets' most experienced operators have solved the exact challenges you're facing today. No theory - just practical answers you can use tomorrow.
Build your inner circle
Create lasting connections with fellow operational leaders through focused discussions and shared experiences. Our intimate setting means every conversation counts.
Think clearly, away from the noise
Step away from daily pressures at the five-star Hotel Quinta Do Lago. Combine strategic thinking with golf, tennis, and yoga in the Algarve sunshine.
Join the private markets' most influential operational community
Exchange insights with an exclusively senior audience - CFOs, COOs, and CTOs who understand the complexities of your role.
Leave with a clear action plan
Take home specific strategies and approaches that have worked for other private markets' firms, with a concrete roadmap for implementation.
A truly insightful event providing the opportunity to learn from hugely
knowledgeable leaders in a deliberately relaxed environment!