CTA Summit 2026

  • Hosted by Opal Group In collaboration with Advanced Alpha Advisers
  • Chaired by Dennis Rivera, Managing Member, Advanced Alpha Advisers, LLC.
  • Date: Tuesday, June 16, 2026
  • Location: Union League Club of Chicago, 65 W Jackson Blvd, Chicago, IL 60604 (Business Attire Required)

Event Overview: 

The CTA Summit 2026 convenes commodity trading advisors (CTAs), institutional allocators (including pensions, endowments, and foundations), family offices, funds of funds, and related professionals. The program consists of panel discussions, fireside chats, and limited partner roundtables addressing topics such as alpha generation, volatility strategies, systematic trading innovations, allocation trends, and manager selection processes. Sessions are discussion-based to facilitate exchange among participants. No product solicitations or promotional presentations are permitted.

Expected Participants

  • Commodity Trading Advisors
  • Institutional allocators (public/private pensions, endowments, foundations)
  • Family offices
  • Funds of funds
  • Industry professionals (consultants, legal/compliance)

Attendance at comparable prior events has included representatives from entities with significant assets under management.

Program Format

  • Panel discussions on investment strategies and market developments
  • Fireside chats with experienced managers and allocators
  • Roundtable sessions for limited partners on due diligence and allocation
  • Scheduled networking breaks and lunch

Registration:

Registration is open. For details, including rates, visit the Opal Group registration page  at https://opalgroup.net/finance/cta-summit-2026/or contact Opal Group at info@opalgroup.net / 212-532-9898.

Sponsorship, Exhibition, and Speaking Opportunities:

Structured options are available for visibility and engagement. Benefits may include logo placement on event materials/website, exhibit space, and session participation (subject to chair and host approval). All arrangements comply with applicable regulations and ethical standards. Sponsorship does not imply endorsement by Opal Group, Advanced Alpha Advisers, or the event chair.

For inquiries regarding sponsorship, exhibition, speaking, or registration:

Disclaimer This information is provided for planning purposes. Participation is subject to approval. The event is educational in nature and does not constitute investment advice, solicitation, or guarantee of outcomes.