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Program Overview

Transform Your Financial Expertise

Power Consulting Days is Armenia's premier professional development program designed to elevate your understanding of capital markets and investment strategies. This intensive training brings together the brightest minds in finance.

Expert-led sessions by industry leaders

Practical workshops with real-world applications

Exclusive networking opportunities

Certificate of completion

PCD First Chapter

The program featured expert-led discussions on capital markets and investment strategies, enriched with case studies and interactive exchanges. Participants gained practical insights, networking opportunities, and actionable tools for smarter investing and effective capital attraction.

Who is this program for

CEOs

Dealing Managers

CFOs

Government Officials

Startup Founders

Financial Analysts

Fund Managers

Family office advisors

Investment Managers

Private Investors

Registered Participants

Where Knowledge Meets Opportunity

Strategic Investment Excellence

Experience world-class financial education delivered by industry pioneers. Our program ensures deep expertise in specific areas while maintaining a holistic view of the evolving capital markets landscape.

October 13-14, 2025

Alternative Investment Strategies

Module 3: Alternative Investment Strategies

Overview

1
Investing in Innovation and High Profit Strategies

Examine high-profit strategies for investing in innovation, with a focus on identifying the most promising areas for capitalizing on emerging global trends. This topic will cover opportunities across sectors like artificial intelligence, blockchain, biotechnology, and renewable energy. Participants will gain insights into how forward-thinking businesses, educational institutions, and technology leaders are driving innovation, unlocking new growth avenues, and reshaping industry landscapes.

2
Angel Investing Strategies

Learn the fundamentals of angel investing, including how to evaluate startups, mitigate risks, and maximize returns. This topic will highlight global best practices and how Armenian angel investors can support early-stage companies with high growth potential.

3
Small Ticket Investments & Crowdfunding

Explore the principles of small ticket investments and crowdfunding as an investment strategy. Learn how to effectively participate in and benefit from small ticket investments and crowdfunding campaigns, and how Armenia can leverage this model to support startups and projects.

4
Private Equity and Venture Capital (Corporate Venture Capital)


Dive into the world of private equity and Venture Capital and learn how these powerful investment vehicles operate on a global scale. Understand how Armenia can attract private equity investments to fuel economic growth. Gain insights into setting up corporate ventures by examining successful international models. Learn the best practices for fostering innovation within Armenian organizations and driving growth through strategic ventures.

5
Investing in Other Funds: Hedge Funds and Endowment Funds

Explore the foundations of creating and managing hedge and endowment funds with a global perspective. This topic will address hedge fund management techniques aimed at maximizing returns and diversifying investment portfolios. Participants will also gain insights into fundraising and investment strategies tailored to endowment funds that support sustained innovation and economic growth, particularly within the education sector and across the country.

6
Family Business and Family Offices

Delve into the essential role of family businesses in Armenia, which constitute a major part of the economy and are crucial for sustaining local legacies and economic growth. These businesses drive job creation, community stability, and foster resilience within the Armenian economy. Although formal family office structures are not yet established, this topic will explore the potential benefits of tailored wealth management approaches for high-net-worth families, focusing on effective asset preservation and growth. Supporting family businesses and encouraging the development of family office practices can further enhance entrepreneurship, innovation, and sustainable economic progress in Armenia.

Agenda

Day 1
October 13, 2025
Module 3: Alternative Investment Strategies

9։00 AM - 9:30 AM

Welcome, registration and coffee

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Yerevan
Speaker to be announced

09:30 AM - 09:40 PM

Opening Remarks

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Vahagn Sahakyan - Managing Partner at BDO in Armenia, Emma Arakelyan - CEO & Founder of Orion Worldwide Innovations, Venture Partner of Covenant VC, General Partner of Mount Global Syndicate, Hovhannes Khachatryan - Deputy Governor at the Central Bank of Armenia, Lilya Sirakanyan - Deputy Minister at the Ministry of Economy of RA, Hovsep Patvakanyan - Helvetas Swiss Development agency
Speaker to be announced

09:40 AM - 10:00 AM

Session 1: Innovation Framework in Armenia

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High-Tech Ministry Official
Speaker to be announced

10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

Session 2: Keynote Speech & Q/A Investing in Innovation and High Profit Strategies

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Fernando Gómez-Baquero
Director of Runway and Spinouts at Cornell Tech

11:00 AM - 11:15 AM

Coffee Break

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Speaker to be announced

11:15 AM - 12:15 PM

Session 3: Keynote Speech & Q/A Angel Investment Global Perspectives with the U.S. and Asia Highlights

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Marc Kramer
Executive Director of the Angel Venture Fair

12:15 PM - 1:15 PM

Lunch Break & Networking

Module 3: Alternative Investment Strategies

Speaker to be announced

1:15 PM - 1:35 PM

Session 4: 20min Series Measuring Success in Angel Investing Solo vs Syndicate Investing

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Yervand Sarkisyan
Founding Partner of Granatus Ventures, Mount Global, and DeepTechX; Venture Partner at Covenant Ventures

1:35 PM - 1:55 PM

Session 5: 20min Series Angel Investment Strategies in Innovative Startups How do Armenian Angels evaluate opportunities for investing in innovative startups in the AI Era?

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Berge Ayvazian
Partner and Senior Consultant of Wireless 20/20, Angel Investor at AICA, Mount Global & Covenant VC, Board Member of Eqwefy

1:55 PM - 2:15 PM

Session 6: 20min Series Small Ticket Investments & Crowdfunding

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Samson Avetian
CEO of eqwefy

2:15 PM - 2:35 PM

Session 7. 20min Series Startup Experiences: Navigating the Investment Landscape

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Vahe Andonians
Founder, Chief Technology Officer, Chief Product Officer

2:35 PM - 2:50 PM

Coffee Break

Module 3: Alternative Investment Strategies

Speaker to be announced

2:50 PM - 3:05 PM

Session 8. Field-Specific Legislative Digest

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Armenuhi Gargaloyan - Legal Manager at BDO Armenia, Lusine Yeghiazaryan - Tax Consultant, BDO Armenia
Speaker to be announced

3:20 PM – 3:50 PM

Session 9: Investment Models: Invest, Partner, Buy or Build?

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Adam Kablanian
Tech Entrepreneur, Winemaker, Founder - Alexandrea Wines

3:50 PM - 5:30 PM

Session 10. Case Study Workshop: FROM PITCH to PORTFOLIO

Module 3: Alternative Investment Strategies

Fernando Gómez-Baquero
Director of Runway and Spinouts at Cornell Tech
Berge Ayvazian
Partner and Senior Consultant of Wireless 20/20, Angel Investor at AICA, Mount Global & Covenant VC, Board Member of Eqwefy
Marc Kramer
Executive Director of the Angel Venture Fair
Yervand Sarkisyan
Founding Partner of Granatus Ventures, Mount Global, and DeepTechX; Venture Partner at Covenant Ventures

5:50 PM - 6:00 PM

Closure of Day 1

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BDO, Orion
Speaker to be announced
Day 2
October 14, 2025
Module 3: Alternative Investment Strategies

9:00 AM - 9:20 AM

Registration and Coffee

Module 3: Alternative Investment Strategies

Speaker to be announced
Yerevan

09:20 AM - 09:50 AM

Summary of Day 1

Module 3: Alternative Investment Strategies

Fernando Gómez-Baquero
Director of Runway and Spinouts at Cornell Tech
Marc Kramer
Executive Director of the Angel Venture Fair
Aharon Chilingaryan - Partner, Head of Department at BDO in Armenia

09:50 AM - 10:30 AM

Session 1: Transforming Armenian Private Investment Keynote Speech and Q&A session

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Hovhannes Khachatryan
Deputy Governor at CBA

10:30 AM - 11:10 AM

Private Equity Global landscape and Armenia perspectives

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Speaker to be announced
Grigor Harutyunyan, Managing Director at Amber Capital Armenia CJSC

11:10 AM - 11:30 AM

Coffee Break

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Speaker to be announced

11:30 AM- 11:50 AM

Alternative Investments Outlook in Armenia

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Aleksandr Shaghikyan
Partner, Head of Advisory at BDO in Armenia

11:50 AM - 12:20 PM

Investment Strategies: Family Business and Family Offices Keynote Master Speech Part 1

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Kamil Homsi
CEO of GRC Investment Group (SFO) in Dubai/UAE

12:20 PM - 1:00 PM

Private Credit Investments

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Speaker to be announced
Mihran Khatkhachyan, Likemore Partners, Investor in CLO Equity - Dubai/UAE

1:00 PM - 2:00 PM

Lunch

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Speaker to be announced

2:00 PM - 2:20 PM

Innovative Design of Hedge Fund Portfolios

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Hayk Grigoryan
CIO, SharpeMachine LLC, Chicago

2:20 PM - 3:20 PM

Session 2: Implications

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Speaker to be announced
Manuk Hergnyan -Co-Founder & Managing Partner, Granatus Ventures: Hayk Shekyan- Founder and CEO, Shtigen Ventures: Representatives from Hedge Fund and Endowment industry (20min) TBD

3:20 PM - 4:10 PM

Private Investments in a form of FDI Fireside Talks - Part 2

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Kamil Homsi
CEO of GRC Investment Group (SFO) in Dubai/UAE
Hayk Grigoryan
CIO, SharpeMachine LLC, Chicago

4:10 PM - 4:30 PM

Coffee Break

Module 3: Alternative Investment Strategies

Speaker to be announced

4:30 PM - 4:50 PM

Field-Specific Legislative Digest

Module 3: Alternative Investment Strategies

Speaker to be announced
Representatives from BDO in Armenia: Armenuhi Gargaloyan, Legal Manager: Lusine Yeghiazaryan, Tax Consultant

4:50 PM - 5:05 PM

Session 3: Experience and Practicum Experience shared from getting PE investment

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Speaker to be announced
Representatives of: Company invested by PE Fund (TBD)

5:05 PM - 5:20 PM

Experience shared from getting VC investment

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Speaker to be announced
Hovakim Zakaryan, Co-founder and CEO of Denovo Sciences

5:20 PM - 5:50 PM

Investment Practicum Workshop: How to Convince Funds to Invest in Projects/Companies

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Speaker to be announced
Facilitator: Aharon Chilingaryan - Partner, Head of Department at BDO in Armenia, Experts: Aleksandr Shaghikyan - Partner, Head of Advisory at BDO in Armenia Investor: Manuk Hergnyan - Co-Founder & Managing Partner , Investee: Session Participants

5:50 PM - 6:20 PM

Wrapping up Day 2

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Kamil Homsi
CEO of GRC Investment Group (SFO) in Dubai/UAE
Grigory, Deputy CEO at Amber Capital Armenia CJSC

6:20 PM - 06:30 PM

Closure of Day 2 and General Closing of PCD

Module 3: Alternative Investment Strategies

Emma Arakelyan
CEO & Founder of Orion Worldwide Innovations, Venture Partner of Covenant VC, General Partner of Mount Global Syndicate
Hovhannes Khachatryan
Deputy Governor at CBA
Vahagn Sahakyan - Managing Partner at BDO in Armenia, Lilya Sirakanyan - Deputy Minister at the Ministry of Economy of RA, Hovsep Patvakanyan - Helvetas Swiss Development agency

6:30 PM - 8:30 PM

Reception

Module 3: Alternative Investment Strategies

Speaker to be announced
Pricing

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Learn from international and local experts on investment strategies and instruments at an exclusive price.

Full Program
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Keynote Speakers

Armen Nurbekyan
Deputy Governor of CBA
Fernando Gómez-Baquero
Director of Runway and Spinouts at Jacobs Technion-Cornell Institute at Cornell Tech
Kamil Homsi
CEO, GRC Investment Group (SFO) in Dubai/UAE
Olivier Rousseau
former co-CEO, The French Pension Reserve Fund and former Investment Board chair, The Pension Agency of Georgia
Marc Kramer
Executive Director of the Angel Venture Fair, Senior Lecturer of VinUniversity
Adam Kablanian
Tech Entrepreneur, Winemaker, Founder - Alexandrea Wines
Anushavan Simonyan
Managing Partner at Amber Capital Armenia CJSC
Hayk Grigoryan
CIO, Managing Partner at SharpeMachine LLC, Chicago
Emma Arakelyan
CEO & Founder of Orion Worldwide Innovations, Venture Partner of Covenant VC, General Partner of Mount Global Syndicate
Hayk Shekyan
Founder & CEO of Shtigen Group
Berge Ayvazian
Partner and Senior Consultant of Wireless 20/20, Angel Investor at AICA, Mount Global & Covenant VC, Board Member of Eqwefy
Ketevan Toidze
Deputy CEO, Head of Investment Banking, Galt & Taggart
Yervand Sarkisyan
Founding Partner of Granatus Ventures, Mount Global, and DeepTechX; Venture Partner at Covenant Ventures
Karen Zakaryan
CEO of FinArm
Aharon Levonyan
CEO and Founder of Fido Invest
Samson Avetian
CEO, eqwefy
Vahe Andonians
Founder, Chief Technology Officer, Chief Product Officer
Karen Mnatsakanyan
Chief Financial Officer, Team Telecom Armenia

Start Your Transformation Journey

The Investment That Pays Forever

October 13-14, 2025
45
Days
12
Hours
44
Mins
29
Secs
The Time is Now

This is Armenia's Defining Moment

Armenia's financial revolution is happening now. Limited seats available. Will you lead or watch?

Market Growth

Armenian capital markets are experiencing unprecedented growth with new opportunities emerging daily

Regional Hub

Position yourself at the center of the Caucasus financial ecosystem

Network Effect

Connect with decision-makers and industry leaders shaping Armenia's financial future

Career Advancement

Gain credentials and knowledge that set you apart in the competitive finance sector

Frequently Asked Questions

Who should attend Power Consulting Days?

PCD is designed for finance professionals, investment managers, analysts, corporate executives, and anyone looking to deepen their understanding of capital markets. Whether you're a seasoned professional or emerging talent, our program offers valuable insights for all levels.

What's included in the program?

Your registration includes all training sessions, workshop materials, lunch and refreshments, transportation from Yerevan to Dilijan, accommodation in Dilijan,networking reception, certificate of completion, and access to exclusive online resources.

Will I receive a certificate?

Yes, all participants who complete the program will receive an official certificate of completion from BDO Armenia and partner organizations, which can be used for continuing professional education credits.

What is the refund policy?

Full refunds are available up to 14 days before the event. Cancellations made 7-13 days before receive a 50% refund. No refunds are provided for cancellations made less than 7 days before the event, but you may transfer your registration to a colleague.

Will participants receive an invitation to attend the program?

Around 15 days before the module starts, the participants of the program will receive a confirmation email with key logistical details, including the agenda, bus schedule, accommodation in Dilijan, and more. The email will also be CC’d to their employer. At the start of the module, participants will receive a printed PCD notebook with the agenda, useful links, and space for notes.