HIG Europe's carve-out of the alumina business of Rio Tinto Group highlights the growing need for more creative and innovative origination strategies. 

As deal flow continues to worsen in the mega and mid-markets, and with many firms under pressure to deploy capital, managers must address their origination strategies to ensure they are not missing opportunities. 

Even with large levels of dry powder, investors must be able to secure the best possible price for new investments in order to ensure decent returns. 

At the upcoming Real Deals European Mid-Market event, our expert panel, including Juan Barnechea Aldatz of The Riverside Company, Christopher Masek of IK Investment Partners and Jean-Hubert Vial of Astorg Partners, will be discussing origination strategies and how to ensure the right price. 

The European Mid-Market conference will be held on October 19th at the Hilton Arc de Triomphe, Paris.