Real Deals Media events inform, challenge, celebrate and connect the private equity markets in Europe

Operating within 3 brands, Real Deals, The Drawdown and Growing Business Awards, Real Deals Media has been at the forefront of carefully creating exclusive, attendee-focused events which have been central to the industry for many years.

Real Deals Events

Our highly regarded, carefully curated events are well known for high impact agendas, where experts delve into meaningful and timely topics with high calibre attendees in intimate settings designed for open and frank discussion. Our awards recognise excellence in the industry with rigorous entry criteria, objective judging processes and must-attend celebrations.
12.11.2025

Value Creation Forum

Cavendish House - One America Square, London

Join us for a fascinating day of insights and innovation as we delve into the dynamic world of value creation. Industry titans converge to explore ground-breaking strategies, navigate evolving market landscapes, and harness the transformative power of operational efficiency and ESG integration.

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15.04.2026

Real Deals Private Equity Awards

JW Marriot Grosvenor House Hotel

For more than 25 years, the Real Deals Private Equity Awards have grown to become the most prestigious and well-established awards in Europe’s private equity industry. Each year, we welcome close to 1,000 of the most influential figures in the sector to celebrate the fund managers and advisers who have made an outstanding contribution over the past 12 months

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07.05.2026

Real Deals PE Live

London

This is Europe's only conference designed exclusively for midmarket PE professionals—where 400+ peers share the creative strategies and battle-tested approaches that define our market. One tribe. One day. One unmissable opportunity.

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25.05.2026

Real Deals Value Creation Summit

Sussex

Join a curated group of industry experts to delve into the changing world of value creation strategies in the face of economic shifts. All sessions take place under Chatham House Rule, allowing frank and honest sharing of opinions, challenges and real-world experiences that you might not otherwise hear.

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01.09.2026

Real Deals Nordic Forum

Stockholm, Sweden

Our Nordic Forum brings together an exclusive community of PE leaders from across the Nordics, UK, and broader Europe. We explore the effects of a rapidly changing macroeconomic landscape, the evolving views of LPs, key sector dynamics shaping investment in the Nordic region, and how GPs are adapting their strategies to meet LP expectations.

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27.01.2026

Real Deals Sustainable Investment Forum

Convene 133 Houndsditch, London

Real Deals is delighted to announce the return of the Sustainable Investment Forum. Formerly the ESG Forum, this rebranded event reflects the industry's evolution toward outcomes-focused, forward-thinking sustainability investing.

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The Drawdown Events

At The Drawdown, our events are more than just dates in the diary—they’re curated experiences designed exclusively for private markets operational professionals. Whether you're attending an intimate breakfast briefing or joining peers at one of our industry-leading Operational Leaders' Summits, every event offers access to unfiltered insights, senior-level networking, and practical takeaways that make a measurable impact.
05.11.2025

Operational Leaders’ Summit 2025 Winter Edition

Hotel Quinta Do Lago - The Algarve, Portugal

Unplug and recalibrate with fellow operational leaders at our luxurious winter retreat. This Summit narrows the focus to the core operational demands of running a private equity firm—finance, compliance, reporting, and the infrastructure that keeps everything moving. Expect deep strategic conversations, cutting-edge insights, and unparalleled networking in a stunning, distraction-free setting.

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18.06.2026

Operational Leaders’ Summit 2026 Summer Edition

Buckinghamshire

Uniting senior professionals in finance and operations to discuss the biggest challenges impacting the private markets and best practices for succeeding in an increasingly complex world.

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21-22.01.2025

Growing Business Awards

CONVENE 133 HOUNDSDITCH, LONDON

For over a quarter of a century, the Growing Business Awards have been the definitive recognition of excellence among the UK's most dynamic enterprises. Now in our 28th year, these prestigious awards continue to showcase the very best of UK business innovation, resilience, and growth.

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What people are saying about us

"I really enjoy participating in Real Deal events - very focused agendas and insightful panels discussing the hot PE topics of the day"

Merrick Mckay

Head of Private Equity, Patria Investments

"I always enjoy the opportunity to meet industry contacts and hear about the latest market developments at Real Deals events. They’re a great way to network and connect with interesting and knowledgeable people in the industry, and learn about the key issues affecting private equity investors."

Imogen Richards

Partner, Pantheon

"A great event to meet with individuals in a similar role across the industry. The event has a good range of topics and a lot of opportunities for real networking. "

Scott Lomas,

Vice Principle, Hollyport Capital

"The Drawdown team brings Operational Leaders in Private Equity together at the OLS to find solutions to current challenges in a supportive environment. There is no hard sell from the sponsors, who are there to understand the industry better so they can improve their products and services."

GP

OLS Summer, June 2025

"The Drawdown’s Operational Leaders Summit stood out not only for its high-quality content, but for the exceptional curation of speakers and participants. It’s rare to attend a conference where conversations feel genuinely engaging, and where the audience is as active as the panel. The blend of strategic insight and operational depth made it one of the most relevant events in the private equity calendar this year."

Thomas Hallinger

Managing Director, Golding Capital Partners

"The beauty of an Amplify campaign is its simplicity. Once we've written an article, we can rely on the delivery team at Real Deals Media to publish and performance manage each piece, always making themselves available to offer advice when needed. We can rest assured that our content will reach the best possible audience, and be presented in the most professional way."

Emileigh Adams,

Head of Marketing at Citco Group of Companies

"The provision of a digital performance dashboard, specifically built for us to monitor our campaign, allowed us to gauge which messages were gaining the most traction and then tailor our future thought leadership pieces to reflect the most pressing issues currently facing PE professionals. "

Emileigh Adams

Head of Marketing at Citco Group of Companies

"The Amplify campaign, run through Real Deals Media, provided a combination of editorial exposure and targeted digital marketing, giving our message exceptional reach and quantifiable impact."

Emileigh Adams

Head of Marketing at Citco Group of Companies

"Real Deals ESG Conference was a great event! It is a unique platform to connect with industry peers and gain invaluable insights into the latest developments in private equity."

Head of impact

Five Seasons Ventures

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