# Event Details - **Event Name**: 2026 AFS 19th Summer Program #3: Capital Market Trends and Outlook for 2026 - **Event Start and End Date**: Mon, 20 Jul, 2026 at 06:00 pm – Mon, 20 Jul, 2026 at 09:00 pm - **Event Description**: Join the Asian Financial Society on Monday, July 20, at 6:00 PM for the third event in our 19th annual Summer Career Development Series!About this EventTopic: Capital Market Trends and Outlook for 2026Time: Monday, July 20, 2026 6:00pm - 9:00pm EDTLocation: BDO at 200 Park Ave, 38th Floor, New York, NY 10017As we enter the second half of 2026, global capital markets are undergoing significant transformation. The AI investment boom continues to fuel unprecedented spending on data centers and digital infrastructure, the IPO market is reopening after several quiet years, M&A activity has accelerated, private credit is expanding rapidly, and digital assets are becoming an increasingly important part of the financial ecosystem.What do these developments mean for investors, finance professionals, and the global economy? Where will capital flow next?This panel will explore:The outlook for global capital markets in the second half of 2026The reopening of IPO markets and the future of equity capital raisingM&A trends and strategic dealmaking in an AI-driven economyPrivate credit, institutional capital, and alternative financing solutionsAI infrastructure investment, data centers, and the next wave of capital deploymentDigital assets, tokenization, and blockchain’s expanding role in capital marketsThe discussion will feature distinguished leaders from investment banking, capital markets, corporate law, institutional investing, and digital assets, including senior executives from Loeb & Loeb LLP, Maxim Group LLC, SRO Partners, CoinBridge, and Kreit & Chiu CPA LLP. Attendees will also have the opportunity to engage with the speakers during the networking session.Moderator: Joanne Chiu, Founding Partner of Kreit & Chiu CPA LLP https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events4/banners/487a28d0-7f2c-11f1-957f-f1f06462340d-rimg-w740-h740-dcf4f4f4-gmir.jpg Joanne Chiu is the Founding Partner and Chair of Kreit & Chiu CPA LLP, where she advises public and private companies on accounting, tax, SEC reporting, capital markets transactions, and SPAC-related engagements. With more than two decades of public accounting experience, she has guided numerous companies through IPOs, SPAC transactions, mergers and acquisitions, and cross-border business expansion. She is also a recognized leader in connecting Asian companies with U.S. capital markets and serves on the Board of Directors of the Asian Financial Society.Guest Speakers:Mitchell Nussbaum, Co-Chairman of Loeb & Loeb, LLP https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events10/banners/48b758e0-7f2c-11f1-957f-f1f06462340d-rimg-w1200-h651-dcc2c0c3-gmir.jpg Mitchell Nussbaum is Co-Chair of Loeb & Loeb and one of the nation's leading capital markets attorneys. He advises emerging growth companies, investment banks, and public companies on IPOs, SPACs, PIPEs, mergers and acquisitions, securities offerings, and SEC compliance. Over his career, he has represented hundreds of public offerings, including more than 100 Asian companies listed on U.S. exchanges, and is widely recognized as a pioneer in cross-border capital markets transactions.Sam Van, Managing Partner of SRO Partners https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events5/banners/49199d20-7f2c-11f1-a0f0-b3fc05930e16-rimg-w608-h740-dc1c131c-gmir.jpg Sam Van is the Managing Partner of SRO Partners, where he advises growth companies and investors on strategic financing, corporate development, and capital formation. He has extensive experience working with founders, institutional investors, and corporate executives across technology and growth-oriented sectors, helping businesses navigate fundraising, strategic partnerships, and long-term value creation.Kevin Chen, Chief Investment Officer of CoinBridge and Co-founder of Horizon Financial https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/495b6110-7f2c-11f1-a0f0-b3fc05930e16-rimg-w527-h740-dc171517-gmir.jpg Kevin Chen serves as Chief Investment Officer of CoinBridge and is Co-founder of Horizon Financial. He specializes in digital assets, blockchain investment strategies, and alternative investments. His work focuses on integrating traditional financial principles with emerging digital asset markets, providing investment management and strategic insights on cryptocurrencies, tokenized assets, and the evolving digital finance ecosystem.Pavlos Mavrides, Senior Managing Director of Maxim Group LLC https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events9/banners/4991b350-7f2c-11f1-957f-f1f06462340d-rimg-w740-h740-dcdcdcdc-gmir.jpg Pavlos Mavrides is a Senior Managing Director at Maxim Group LLC, an investment bank specializing in capital raising and advisory services for growth companies. He has extensive experience in equity capital markets, institutional investor relationships, and corporate finance, advising public and private companies on financing strategies, investor engagement, and access to U.S. capital markets. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/new-york/2026-afs-19th-summer-program-3-capital-market-trends-and-outlook-for-2026/100001993720238904 - **Event Categories**: charities - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 30, max: 30, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: New York - **state**: NY - **country**: United States - **location**: BDO - **lat**: 40.75289000000001 - **long**: -73.9774649 - **full address**: BDO, 200 Park Avenue, New York, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: 2026 AFS 19th Summer Program #3: Capital Market Trends and Outlook for 2026 - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events2/banners/77f712b75c63910dba07ee44e54363040247541fc98c31a545597c44222a8844-rimg-w940-h470-dcfffffd-gmir.jpg?v=1783996395 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is 2026 AFS 19th Summer Program #3: Capital Market Trends and Outlook for 2026 being held? - **A:** 2026 AFS 19th Summer Program #3: Capital Market Trends and Outlook for 2026 takes place on Mon, 20 Jul, 2026 at 06:00 pm to Mon, 20 Jul, 2026 at 09:00 pm at BDO, 200 Park Avenue, New York, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing 2026 AFS 19th Summer Program #3: Capital Market Trends and Outlook for 2026? - **A:** 2026 AFS 19th Summer Program #3: Capital Market Trends and Outlook for 2026 is organized by Asian Financial Society. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** 2026 AFS 19th Summer Program #3: Capital Market Trends and Outlook for 2026 is ideal for professionals, entrepreneurs, startup founders, and networking enthusiasts eager to grow their connections. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in New York, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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