The impact of the global financial crisis on the legal and investment environment of the hedge fund industry will be examined by industry professionals Oct. 6 in a discussion sponsored by DePaul University’s Center for Financial Services.

The free event, which will address various topics including portfolio allocation strategies in uncertain markets, will take place from 3:30 to 5 p.m. at the DePaul Center, 1 E. Jackson Blvd., Room 8005.  A reception and refreshments will follow.

Omer Ahmed, president of Abaris Capital Advisors, will serve as the moderator of a panel that includes:

• David Matteson, partner, Drinker Biddle & Reath, L.L.P
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Hilary Till, principal and co-founder, Premia Capital Markets, L.L.C.
• Tom Sowanick, chief investment officer, Clearbrook Research.

Space is limited and reservations are encouraged by calling (312) 362-7531 or by e-mailing Kelly Glenn at kglenn2@depaul.edu.

DePaul’s Center for Financial Services was established in 2007 to coordinate financial services research, industry outreach and degree programs, including MBA concentrations in banking and investment management, at DePaul’s College of Commerce.