FALL 2025 SEMINAR REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN! 

October 5 - October 8, 2025

Registration is currently open for the Q Group fall 2025 Seminar, which will take place in-person from October 5 - October 8, 2025, at The Waldorf Astoria in Dana Point, CA.

Contact Member Support at membersupport@q-group.org for additional information. 

Seminar Materials may be accessed by members by clicking the link.  You must log in for access.

Please click here to view the attendee list by Company Name.

Please click here to view the attendee list by Last Name.

Sunday, October 5, 2025

5:30pm - 8:30pm PDT

Welcome Dinner
Monday, October 6, 2025

9:00am - 10:15am PDT

Simple Allocation Rules and Optimal Portfolio Choice Over the Lifecycle

Presented by: Associate Prof. Julia Fonseca

PRESENTATION
10:15am - 10:45am PDT

Morning Break

10:45am - 12:00pm PDT

Leaning Against Inflation Experiences

Presented by: Prof. Stefan Nagel

PRESENTATION

12:00pm - 4:00pm PDT

Lunch Break and One-on-One Time

4:00pm - 5:15pm PDT

Mental Models and Financial Forecasts

Presented by: Assistant Prof. Paul Decaire

PRESENTATION

5:15pm - 5:45pm PDT

Afternoon Break

5:45pm - 7:00pm PDT

Pension Liquidity Risk

Presented by: Assistant Prof. Kristy Jansen

PRESENTATION

7:00pm - 9:30pm PDT

Dinner Reception

7:40pm - 8:10pm PDT

Dinner Speaker - The Invention of the First Wearable Computer

Presented by: Mr. Edward O. Thorp

PRESENTATION

Tuesday, October 7, 2025

9:00am - 10:15am PDT

Asset Purchase Rule: How QE Transformed the Bond Market

Presented by: Prof. Tyler Muir

PRESENTATION

10:15am - 10:45am PDT

Morning Break

10:45am - 12:00pm PDT

Bad News Bearers: The Negative Tilt of the Financial Press

Presented by: Assistant Prof. Marina Niessner

PRESENTATION

12:00pm - 12:30pm PDT

Q Group Annual Members Meeting

12:30pm - 4:00pm PDT

Lunch Break and One-on-One Time

4:00pm - 5:15pm PDT

Geoeconomic Pressure

Presented by: Assistant Prof. Antonio Coppola

PRESENTATION

5:15pm - 5:45pm PDT

Afternoon Break

5:45pm - 7:00pm PDT

Understanding Factor Value

Presented by: Assistant Prof. Shaojun Zhang

PRESENTATION

7:00pm - 9:00pm PDT

Dinner

Wednesday, October 8, 2025

8:00am - 9:15am PDT

Venture Capital as Portfolios of Compound Options

Presented by: Prof. Erik Stafford

PRESENTATION

9:15am - 9:45am PDT

Morning Break

9:45am - 11:00am PDT

Trading Volume Alpha 

Presented by: Prof. Tobias Moskowitz

PRESENTATION 

The Q Group is offering 3 options for the Tuesday Excursions.  We have listed each excursion's description below to help you in your choice.

For Inclusion of any of these excursions, please register by September 15th.

Surf Dana Point

Catch a wave and experience the thrill of surfing at beautiful Dana Point! Perfect for beginners and fun for all levels, this surf lesson is a chance to step out of the seminar and into the ocean.

Our expert instructors will guide you through paddling techniques, wave safety, and the fundamentals of surfing—all while sharing their love of the sport and the stunning coastline. With personalized instruction and plenty of encouragement, you’ll be standing on your board in no time.

Come ready for sun, surf, and an unforgettable adventure on the Pacific!

• Approximate Cost is $225 per person.  
• This trip requires at least 4 attendees to operate. Should the minimum not be reached, the tour will be canceled.
• Lunch is not included and should be purchased separately before or after the tour. 
• There will be no refunds given, unless the Q Group cancels.
• Tip not Included.

Details to follow as the date nears.

Details to follow as the date nears.