PEI Group has opened nominations for its sixth annual Women of Influence in Private Markets list, inviting peers to spotlight female talent across fund managers, institutional investors and advisory firms covering private equity, debt, infrastructure, venture capital and real estate. Organisers hope the nominations reflect the growing share of women steering fund launches and board seats. The call closes on May 19, 2026.

Recognising women in these roles matters because the alternatives market now manages over $10 trillion of assets, yet female representation at senior levels lags behind peers. A publicised shortlist can boost visibility, help firms attract diverse talent and potentially influence capital allocation decisions as investors increasingly weigh ESG and gender‑diversity metrics and improved firm performance.

Stakeholders can submit nominations through PEI Group’s portal after creating a free account, with existing users logging in to continue. The programme celebrates achievement and creates a networking platform that may catalyse new deals across private equity, debt and infrastructure. Final selections will be announced later in the year, adding another benchmark for global industry inclusivity. The shortlist will be circulated to media, amplifying each nominee’s profile.