FAQs

The following is included in each SH&M24 VIP Presale Travel Package:

• 1 x entry to the 2024 Adelaide Conference at Festival Theatre (Friday 15 November)
• 1 x entry to the VIP Experience at Adelaide Botanic Garden, held exclusively during the world-class Chihuly Exhibition (Thursday 14 November)
• 1 x one night’s accommodation (Thursday 14 November
• 1 x return domestic flight to Adelaide from major capital cities.

Travel bookings will be managed by our travel partner, TAG. Full terms and conditions for the complimentary travel inclusions, such as changes, cancellations and additions will be provided by TAG. Please also note:

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- Flights are economy fare and available from Sydney, Melbourne, Canberra, Brisbane, Gold Coast, Darwin, Perth and Hobart. You will have the opportunity to select your preferred flight.

- Additional travel requirements such as airport transfers, upgrades, extension of stay, additional guests and other travel can be booked directly with the travel agent at your own expense.

- Your $500 donation to access this VIP Presale Travel Package offer is non-refundable. If you need a copy of your 100% tax deductible DGR receipt, please contact us.

- If you wish to extend your stay to experience the unique tourism opportunities in South Australia, our travel agent can assist. For inspiration, visit Experience Adelaide page.

- If you do not pay by 11:59PM AEST on 30 May 2024 your inclusions will be forfeited and your access to this package will be released to the waitlist.

- If you do not require travel with your VIP Presale Travel Package - please note that the travel inclusions are complimentary and therefore not transferable to other guests.

- If your partner would like to attend the VIP Experience on Thursday 14 November, you can register your expression of interest for a VIP Experience Partner Ticket here.

Travel bookings will be managed by our travel agent, TAG. Following payment, you will receive your travel registration link via TAG in June. Full terms and conditions for the travel inclusions, such as changes, cancellations and additions will be provided by the travel agent. You will be able to select preferences for the flights and hotel and they will endeavour to fulfil your preferences - best to get in early for this!

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Conference tickets and event information will be emailed separately in November.

Sydney, Melbourne, Canberra, Brisbane, Gold Coast, Darwin, Perth and Hobart

Sohn Hearts & Minds Investment Leaders Conference is an annual event which raises vital funds for Australian medical research. Featuring investment industry leaders from around the globe who discuss macroeconomic themes and present exclusive actionable investment ideas. Since its inception in 2016 the conference has gained a loyal following who attend to gain insights rarely shared outside the boardroom and to support a good cause.

Find out more about the conference history and aims here.

Flights are economy fare and available from Sydney, Melbourne, Canberra, Brisbane, Gold Coast, Darwin, Perth and Hobart. You will have the opportunity to select your preferred flight through the travel booking form from TAG (June 2024).

Flights and airlines have been selected based on suitable arrival and departure times in line with the conference schedule. If you wish to request alternate flights or airlines, you can make note of this within your Travel Booking Form and TAG will be in touch.

All flights included in your VIP Presale Travel Package are economy fare. If you would like to upgrade your flight from economy to business class, please advise TAG when filling in your Travel Booking Form (or via email). They will be able to advise you of availability and the airfare fare difference at the time of your request.

We have partnered with leading 4-5 star hotels in Adelaide, which are all within walking distance of the Conference venue. You will find more information about the hotel we've allocated you within the Travel Booking Form.

The conference has been held annually since November 2016.

2024 Festival Theatre, Adelaide

2023 Sydney Opera House

2022 Federation Concert Hall, Hobart

2021 Virtual

2020 Virtual

2019 Sydney Opera House

2018 Hamer Hall, Melbourne

2017 Sydney Opera House

2016 Sydney Opera House

Sohn Hearts & Minds is a non-profit charitable event, with all proceeds being donated to Australian medical research beneficiaries.

The conference is made possible through the generous and ongoing support from our supporters, the investment industry and event partners. A list of our supporters can be found here.

Listed on the ASX, HM1 provides investors with a concentrated investment portfolio of the highest conviction recommendations from leading core fund managers, as well as stocks presented on stage at the annual conference. 

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All fund managers generously waive their fees allowing HM1 to donate 1.5% of net tangible assets per annum to leading medical research institutes. 

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HM1 was formed in 2018 to expand on the philanthropic mission of the conference and create a sustainable funding model for the beneficiaries.

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To learn more visit the HM1 website here.

Sohn Hearts & Minds may be eligible for CPD points. To assist in claiming hours, below is a breakdown of typical content at our live conference:

• 100 mins – fund managers presenting exclusive investment ideas
• 165 mins – international keynote speakers and in-conversations, presenting global insights
• 100 mins – addresses by medical researchers, invited dignitaries and other special guests
• 70 mins – catered breaks & networking

Sohn Hearts & Minds is not accredited for CPD points.

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A list of past and present beneficiaries can be found here.

If you would like to make a donation you can do so via credit card here.

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Alternatively if you would like to donate via a direct transfer, please contact us at events@sohnheartsandminds.com.au

Event videos are produced, directed and edited by Sam Hastwell

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2024 Event Photographer: Ryan Cantwell

2023 Event Photographers: Katje Ford and Cass Hannagan both via Boudist

2022 Event Photographers: Natasha Mulhall and Mel de Ruyter

2019 Event Photographers: Anna Kucera and Cass Hannagan‍

2018 Event Photographers: Elleni Toumpas‍

2017 Event Photographer: Judith Russo‍

2016 Event Photographer: Liam Burnett-Blue

Friday 15 November

Festival Theatre, Adelaide, South Australia

Details will be announced shortly including how to access tickets to the 2025 Sohn Hearts & Minds Conference. To receive updates, please subscribe here.

The deadline for booking your flights and hotel is Friday 9 August. After this date hotels will release room holds and we will not be able to guarantee a hotel room.

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If you need your unique Travel Booking Form resent to you please contact TAG immediately: SHMconference@tag-group.com

Please contact us at events@sohnheartsandminds.com.au.

Please see the Speakers Page. To receive updates via email please subscribe here

You can request to extend your stay at any time by contacting the TAG Travel Team who will endeavour to confirm your extension request. Additional accommodation nights will be at your own expense, payable directly to the hotel, and subject to hotel availability at the time of the request. We encourage you to let us know as soon as possible.

Registration is from 7:30am. Theatre doors will open at 8:10am and the conference concludes at 4:15pm. Event details have been emailed to all ticketholders.

Adelaide 2024 tickets are $3500 + GST AUD.

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Prices are inclusive of ticketing fees.

Credit card transaction fees may apply.

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Tickets can be purchased here

Yes, additional nights and/or changes to your flight dates can be arranged directly through our travel agency at your own expense. If you wish to extend your stay to experience the unique tourism opportunities in South Australia, our travel agency can assist. For inspiration, visit our Experience Adelaide page.

Airport transfers are not included in the package. There will be an opportunity to book airport transfers through our travel agency on the Travel Booking Form for an additional fee.

Travel Insurance is not included in the cost of your VIP Presale Travel Package. You may wish to consider taking out travel insurance separately.

Please contact events@sohnheartsandminds.com.au prior to the event so that we can advise the most accessible transport as well as reserve an accessible seat in the theatre for you. You can also speak with one of our staff or ushers on the day at the venue and they will assist you as required.

We do not provide transcripts or copies of the presentations after the event as this is the intellectual property of our speakers.

Flights have been selected based on suitable arrival and departure times in line with the conference schedule. If you wish to request alternate flights, you can make note of this within your Travel Booking Form and TAG will be in touch.

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Changes to flights after the booking has been confirmed will be subject to availability and will incur change fees.

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As this is a popular season to visit Adelaide, to manage capacity we have allocated you a hotel.

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Thank you for understanding the logistical challenge of accommodating all conference attendees and that your allocated hotel cannot be changed.

Please contact our travel agency TAG. They will be on the ground in Adelaide to assist also.

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Phone: 02 8823 0653

Email: SHMconference@tag-group.com

After check in, for flight cancellations OR delayed/missed connections, the airline is your first point of call as your flight/ticket will likely be under ‘airport control’ and TAG cannot access your booking. Please seek assistance from the airline directly as they should look to resolve your change/cancellation by moving you to the next available option.

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Where airlines cannot assist or if further assistance is required during regular Business Hours (Monday-Friday, 9.00am - 5.30pm), please contact:

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Regular Business Hours

Monday - Friday, 9.00am - 5.30pm

‍TAG: 02 8823 0653 or shmconference@tag-group.com

Adelaide is a beautiful city with a lot to offer. You can also visit our dedicated webpage here for ideas on what to do while you're in Adelaide, with more to be added in the coming months.

If you need more information on travel bookings - these will be managed by our travel agent, TAG. Full terms and conditions for the travel inclusions, such as changes, cancellations and additions will be provided by the travel agent in June, if you have settled your payment in full.

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If you have any further questions about your Conference Package, ticketing or the event itself - please contact us at events@sohnheartsandminds.com.au