2026 Emerging Property Fund Managers Masterclass

Emerging Property Fund Managers Masterclass series comes to Sydney

Following the success of our established Emerging Property Fund Managers series, SW is launching a new three-part Masterclass series in Sydney, developed specifically for Sydney’s aspiring and emerging leaders in the property and funds management sectors

More than a technical seminar, the series is designed in collaboration with industry leaders to encourage open discussion and provide direct access to experienced fund managers, advisors, lenders, and specialists who have successfully navigated the challenges of building and growing property investment businesses.

Facilitated by SW’s dedicated property funds specialists and featuring presentations from leading industry experts, each session combines technical knowledge, practical case studies, and real life examples of challenges shaping today’s property funds landscape.

Who should attend?

• Emerging and aspiring leaders in property and real estate credit funds management.
• Professionals working within the property investment and funds management sector seeking broader commercial, strategic, and technical knowledge.
• Property developers exploring opportunities to establish or transition into a funds management business.
• Senior professionals looking to deepen their understanding of the full investment lifecycle, from acquisition and structuring through to capital management and investor exits.

Key benefits

• Learn directly from experienced industry leaders and successful fund managers.
• Build valuable relationships with peers and senior professionals across the property funds industry.
• Gain insights into current market conditions and emerging opportunities across asset classes.
• Understand how to structure investment vehicles to meet commercial and investor objectives.
• Explore effective debt and equity capital raising strategies.
• Identify taxation considerations that can impact fund performance and investor outcomes.
• Understand key legal, regulatory, and compliance obligations.
• Learn strategies to protect both business and personal assets.
• Develop practical approaches to investor management and exit planning.
• Stay informed on regulatory developments and their impact on the funds management sector.

Agenda

Session 1 | Fundamentals for success

15 October 2026

The introductory session provides a brief overview of the series structure before hearing first-hand from industry specialists the key lessons they have learnt, what challenged them the most, what worked, what didn’t, and tips on building the right team.

Session 2 | Valuation, due diligence & fund structuring​

12 November 2026

Explore key valuation methods and the essentials of property due diligence, while gaining a practical understanding of the fund structures available to support your strategy. Learn how to identify risks early and navigate key structuring considerations, including local and international equity, fee structures to help you make informed decisions.

Session 3 | Debt/equity & legal, regulatory compliance

11 February 2027

Understand the key considerations of modern-day financing, from traditional and alternative funding options to raising debt and equity and working effectively with lenders. Industry experts will also guide you through the legal, regulatory, and compliance requirements involved in setting up and managing a fund, with practical insights on documentation, common pitfalls, and staying compliant.

Event details

Location

SW Sydney Office, Level 7, Aurora Place, 88 Phillip Street, Sydney NSW

(Please note that this masterclass series will only be facilitated in-person)

Time

12pm arrival, session time 12.30pm – 3.00pm

Cost (inc. GST)

• $550 per person for the series
• $1,100 group booking for up to 3 people

Industry speakers

• Grant Atchison | Alceon
• Greg Preston | Preston Rowe Paterson
• Brendan Ivers | Kain Lawyers
• Enda Stankard | MA Financial
• Yehuda Gottlieb | Centuria Capital Limited
• Daniel Wise | Aliro
• Billy Dawes | CDC Property Consultants

SW speakers

René Muller
Partner, Audit & Assurance Services
SW 

Luke Fernandes
Director, Tax
SW

Simon Tucker
Director, Tax 
SW

Rami Eltchelebi
Partner, Audit & Assurance Services
SW 

Stephen O’Flynn
Director, Tax
SW

Abi Chellapen
Director, Tax 
SW

Sejla Kadric
Director, Business & Private Client Advisory 
SW

Contact us

If you have any queries or would like more information, please contact the Marketing team via marketing@sw-au.com.