Queensland Investor Summit 2026

Program Overview

QLD Investor Summit 2026: Building Wealth in a New World

Dates: Sunday, 13 September 2026 – Tuesday, 15 September 2026

Optional site tour: Wednesday, 16 September 2026

Location: The Langham, Gold Coast, 38 Old Burleigh Rd, Surfers Paradise QLD 4217

Keynote / Fireside Chat
Hear from a leading market voice on the big forces shaping investors, companies and markets. You will leave with a clearer view of the risks and opportunities that may influence portfolios over the year ahead.

High Conviction Ideas Panel
Fund managers and investment specialists share where they are finding opportunity, what they are avoiding, and how they are thinking about valuation, risk and long-term returns. This session is designed to help investors test their own thinking and identify new areas for research.

ETFs: Building Better Portfolios
ETFs are now a core part of many investor portfolios, but choice and strategy matter. This session will explore how investors can use ETFs for diversification, income, global exposure and thematic investing, while understanding the risks and trade-offs.

Chair Panel: Leadership, Governance and Long-Term Value
Hear directly from experienced company Chairs on how boards think about strategy, performance, risk, culture and shareholder value. This session gives investors a rare opportunity to understand what happens inside the boardroom and what matters when assessing company leadership.

CEO Panel: Large and Small Cap Company Perspectives
CEOs will discuss how they are navigating growth, capital allocation, competition, regulation and changing market conditions. Investors will hear directly from company leaders and gain practical insights into what drives performance across different parts of the market.

AI and Technology Investing
Explore which companies may benefit from the AI theme and how investors can use AI tools in their own research. This session is designed to move beyond the hype and help investors think more clearly about opportunity, risk and practical application.

Global Markets and International Opportunities
Australian investors are increasingly looking beyond the ASX. This session will examine global themes, sectors and markets that may offer diversification and growth, while helping investors understand currency, valuation and geopolitical risks.

Energy and Critical Resources
Resources remain an important part of many Australian portfolios. This session will explore the outlook for gold, silver, energy, lithium, metallurgical coal and other key commodities, and what investors should consider when assessing resource companies, commodity cycles, capital allocation, project risk and policy settings.

What Matters to Retail Investors
Retail shareholders are a diverse group, but many want the same thing: companies that perform, communicate clearly and treat shareholders fairly. This session will explore the issues that matter most to investors, from governance and capital management to transparency, dividends and long-term value.

Investor Networking and Community
One of the greatest benefits of the Summit is the opportunity to meet other investors. Share ideas, compare approaches and build the knowledge and confidence to become a better investor.

What You Can Expect

Hear directly from ASX-listed Chairs and CEOs on strategy, performance and governance, so you can better understand what drives long-term shareholder value.
Build your understanding of the forces shaping markets, companies and portfolios, whether you are starting out, building wealth while working, or investing for retirement.
Gain insights from a leading economist and market experts on where they see risk and opportunity, so you can make more informed investment decisions.
Explore practical ideas for building portfolio resilience and finding opportunities, whether your focus is growth, income or a balance of both.
Learn about investment themes shaping the future, including equities, ETFs, global markets, AI, resources, energy and infrastructure, so you can identify new ideas and trends.
Understand upcoming policy and tax changes, including CGT and superannuation, so you can consider what they may mean for your portfolio and long-term strategy.
Connect with a community of engaged investors, exchange ideas and leave with greater knowledge, confidence and motivation to become a better investor.

Please note the program is subject to change.

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Informal Investor Welcome

Sunday, 13 September 2026 | Time 5:00-6:00 PM

Join fellow attendees for an informal catch-up before the Summit begins. Set against the beautiful beachside backdrop of The Langham, this relaxed gathering is an opportunity to meet other investors and ASA members ahead of the Monday program. Drinks will be available for purchase at the bar.

Tuesday Investor Workshops

Join us on Tuesday, 15 September for two one-hour investor workshop blocks.

3.00pm to 4.00pm: Workshop topic to be confirmed

4.00pm to 5.00pm: Using AI in your investment research

The AI workshop will be offered as two concurrent sessions, allowing attendees to choose the session that best suits their experience level.

AI for investors: getting started
A practical introduction for investors who are new to AI and want to understand how it can support research, idea generation and company analysis.

AI for intermediate and experienced investors
A more advanced session for investors already using AI who want to improve how they test ideas, analyse information and apply AI tools in their investment research.

Site Tour: Suncorp Disaster Management Centre

Wednesday, 16 September 2026 | Time: 8:00 AM – 12:15 PM

Go behind the scenes of one of Australia’s most advanced disaster response operations with an exclusive visit to the Suncorp Disaster Management Centre.

For investors, understanding how an insurer prepares for and responds to natural disasters is increasingly important. Severe weather, claims management, risk pricing, technology investment and customer response all have implications for operational performance, capital management, brand trust and long-term shareholder value.

This unique site tour will provide insights into how Suncorp monitors severe weather events, responds to floods, storms and bushfires, and supports customers and communities during times of crisis.