Ice Miller partners Tom Kesoglou and Chase Stuart will be participating in two separate presentations at iGlobal Forum's 20th Independent Sponsors Summit. The firm is also a sponsor of the event.

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Ice Miller Presentations:

Roundtable 3: Future of the IS Model (Thursday, March 12, 2026 | 10:30 AM)

Discussion Moderator:

• Chase Stuart, Office Managing Partner, Ice Miller

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Future Strategy & 2026 Outlook (Friday, March 13, 2026 | 11:15 AM)

As 2026 approaches, independent sponsors and capital providers need a clear view of the market and actionable strategies. This panel session explores macro and regional trends shaping lower middle market deal flow, highlights emerging growth areas and sectors, and offers a collaborative discussion on evolving deal structures. Attendees will leave with strategic insights to guide planning and positioning for the year ahead.

Key Takeaways:

• Macro and regional trends impacting lower middle market deal flow in 2026
• Emerging growth areas, sectors, and investment opportunities
• Evolving deal structures and approaches for the year ahead
• Strategic planning frameworks for independent sponsors and capital providers
• Peer insights and collaborative discussion on positioning for success in 2026

Moderator:

• Tom Kesoglou, Chair of Private Equity Group, Ice Miller

Speaker:

• Faraz Abbasi, Managing Partner, Centerfield Capital