For decades, alternative investments have been used primarily by institutional investors and endowments. However, the recent market environment has driven a growing interest in investments beyond traditional stocks and bonds. As savvy investors have wised up to the lack of diversification, lower return expectations, and higher volatility of exclusively traditional portfolios, alternatives may offer the potential to provide the missing component. This brand-new conference is an innovative forum for accredited investors to explore this promising asset class, discover under-the-radar investment opportunities, and acquire the insights, strategies, and specific recommendations that can turn profit potential into profitable success.