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The Future of Alpha:
20 Leaders to Follow in 2026
Who should the investment world be following?
The investment landscape is evolving rapidly. From shifting markets and macro uncertainty to the transformative impact of AI, new voices are shaping how the industry thinks, invests and innovates.
The Future of Alpha: 20 Leaders to Follow in 2026 shines a light on the people at the forefront of that change - the visionaries, changemakers, innovators and influential voices pushing multi-asset investing forward across alpha, data, risk and technology.
In an era of rapid market shifts, macro uncertainty and AI-driven transformation, strong leadership is no longer just an asset - it's a necessity.
By spotlighting the people actively redefining multi-asset investing, we want to showcase the ideas, innovation and perspectives shaping what comes next and help our community discover the leaders worth following.
Who are we looking for?
We're looking for individuals making a genuine mark on the investment industry. That could be through:
We're also interested in people with a strong professional presence who actively engage with the investment community. You can nominate yourself, a member of your team, or someone you believe the investment world should be following.
How will the list be curated?
The Future Alpha editorial team and 2027 Advisory Board will review nominations against the published criteria to identify 20 individuals who are shaping the future of alpha. We'll consider factors including:
Nominations help us discover the people and voices making an impact across the investment ecosystem.
Please note: Submitting a nomination does not guarantee inclusion on the list. Inclusion is determined through editorial review against the published criteria. Multiple submissions for the same individual do not increase their chances of being featured.
Follow the leaders shaping what's next.
Once the list is revealed, we'll be putting the spotlight on all 20 leaders across Future Alpha's LinkedIn.
Follow the people featured, discover their work and join the conversation around the ideas shaping the future of investment.
Mark your calendar.
Aug
Nominations Open
2026
Sep
Nominations Close
2026
Sep
The 20 Leaders Are Revealed
2026
