--- title: Science of Investing Conference description: Join us at the Science of Investing Conference on April 11, 2024, to learn about Timeline's investment philosophy and Dimensional's approach. Discover how to integrate Timeline into your business and gain insights on inflation, investment benchmarks, and more. 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[Join Our Discussion Webinar](https://www.timeline.co/science-of-investing-conference#webinar) # Science of Investing Conference ## **Thursday 11th April 2024** **Dimensional's London Office: ****20 Triton Street, Regent’s Place, London, NW1 3BF** **8:30 am - 5:00 pm** **Followed by drinks reception until 6pm** ![Dimension-Meeting](https://www.timeline.co/hs-fs/hubfs/Dimension-Meeting.png?width=914&height=1234&name=Dimension-Meeting.png "Dimension-Meeting") ### We're hosting a Science of Investing conference with our friends at Dimensional. This event is a fantastic opportunity to learn more about Timeline's investment philosophy and the investment approach we share with Dimensional.  We're pooling our collective knowledge and experience to bring you an expert line-up of speakers who will show you how to effectively integrate Timeline into your business - and the many reasons why you should.  The all-day event will also outline the substantial resources, education and support Timeline and Dimensional offer in effective client communication, planning and modelling technology and practice management.  We can't wait to welcome you! ## The Agenda ![1-Feb-13-2024-11-41-15-1089-AM](https://www.timeline.co/hs-fs/hubfs/1-Feb-13-2024-11-41-15-1089-AM.png?width=50&height=50&name=1-Feb-13-2024-11-41-15-1089-AM.png) #### 08.30 - 09:15 **Breakfast, Registration & Welcome** ![2-Feb-13-2024-11-41-15-1089-AM](https://www.timeline.co/hs-fs/hubfs/2-Feb-13-2024-11-41-15-1089-AM.png?width=50&height=50&name=2-Feb-13-2024-11-41-15-1089-AM.png) #### 09:15 - 10:15 Timeline Investing Presentation ![3-Feb-13-2024-11-41-15-1145-AM](https://www.timeline.co/hs-fs/hubfs/3-Feb-13-2024-11-41-15-1145-AM.png?width=50&height=50&name=3-Feb-13-2024-11-41-15-1145-AM.png) #### 10:15 - 11:15 Pursuing Higher Expected Returns: Research & Design ![4-2](https://www.timeline.co/hs-fs/hubfs/4-2.png?width=50&height=50&name=4-2.png) #### 11:30 - 12:15 Dimensional Equity Investing ![5-Feb-13-2024-11-41-15-1665-AM](https://www.timeline.co/hs-fs/hubfs/5-Feb-13-2024-11-41-15-1665-AM.png?width=50&height=50&name=5-Feb-13-2024-11-41-15-1665-AM.png) #### 12:15 - 13:00 Dimensional Fixed Income Investing ![6-Feb-13-2024-11-41-15-1763-AM](https://www.timeline.co/hs-fs/hubfs/6-Feb-13-2024-11-41-15-1763-AM.png?width=50&height=50&name=6-Feb-13-2024-11-41-15-1763-AM.png) #### 13:00 - 14:00 **Lunch & Trading tours** ![7-4](https://www.timeline.co/hs-fs/hubfs/7-4.png?width=50&height=50&name=7-4.png) #### 14:00 - 14:45 Dimensional Wealth Models implemented by Timeline ![9-1](https://www.timeline.co/hs-fs/hubfs/9-1.png?width=50&height=50&name=9-1.png) #### 14:45 - 15:45 Timeline Planning/Tech Presentation ![10-1](https://www.timeline.co/hs-fs/hubfs/10-1.png?width=50&height=50&name=10-1.png) #### 16:00 - 17:00 Structuring Effective Client Communication ![Timeline Science of Investing Conference. (1920 x 500 px) (1)](https://www.timeline.co/hubfs/Timeline%20Science%20of%20Investing%20Conference.%20(1920%20x%20500%20px)%20(1).png) ### Join Our Webinar On Thursday 27th April 13:00 PM, we're hosting our annual Timeline Charts webinar, in which we discussed the core points of the charts. You'll also find out how to get your copy! [Grab A Seat](https://share-eu1.hsforms.com/1ZN96wmiSRlKO5C8bQQSmVgf1a1r) ![Artboard 4](https://www.timeline.co/hs-fs/hubfs/Artboard%204.png?width=250&height=245&name=Artboard%204.png) ## The Agenda ![1-May-10-2023-12-19-19-6115-PM](https://www.timeline.co/hs-fs/hubfs/1-May-10-2023-12-19-19-6115-PM.png?width=50&height=50&name=1-May-10-2023-12-19-19-6115-PM.png) #### 10:30 **Why do we benchmark?** Our CIO, Nicki Hinton-Jones, will kick things off by delving into the reasons behind benchmarking, including examining performance metrics in relation to our goals and the wider market, as well as analyzing what our clients are investing in.   ![2-May-10-2023-12-21-12-1148-PM](https://www.timeline.co/hs-fs/hubfs/2-May-10-2023-12-21-12-1148-PM.png?width=50&height=50&name=2-May-10-2023-12-21-12-1148-PM.png) #### 10:40 **Inflation-Linked Benchmarks** Next, we delve into the world of inflation-linked benchmarks, examining the differences between CPI and RPI. Discover how Timeline Planning tools can be utilized to accurately benchmark inflation rates and make informed investment decisions. ![3-May-10-2023-12-21-12-1145-PM](https://www.timeline.co/hs-fs/hubfs/3-May-10-2023-12-21-12-1145-PM.png?width=50&height=50&name=3-May-10-2023-12-21-12-1145-PM.png) #### 11:00 **Different Index Methodologies** Following on, our upcoming segment will delve into various index methodologies, drawing from our paper on the FTSE vs MSCI. ![4](https://www.timeline.co/hs-fs/hubfs/4.png?width=50&height=50&name=4.png) #### 11:20 **WM vs ARC vs IA** Discover the latest findings from our research as we compare the top industry benchmarks: WM vs ARC vs IA. ![5-3](https://www.timeline.co/hs-fs/hubfs/5-3.png?width=50&height=50&name=5-3.png) #### 11:50 **Multi-asset Fund Universe** Here we return to our latest Multi-asset fund report, where we delve into how it can be used to compare against the myriad of options available in the market. ![6](https://www.timeline.co/hs-fs/hubfs/6.png?width=50&height=50&name=6.png) #### 12:15 **Closing Remarks** As we come to the end of our session, we bid you farewell and thank you for joining us. ### Ready to download? [Grab your copies](https://share-eu1.hsforms.com/1w0Puozu5TZCJ9isJOJ91Mgf1a1r) ## Your Hosts & Speakers ![Science-of-Investing-Conference-ED-](https://www.timeline.co/hs-fs/hubfs/Science-of-Investing-Conference-ED-.png?width=500&height=500&name=Science-of-Investing-Conference-ED-.png) #### Ed Carey CCO at Timeline ![Reva-Image](https://www.timeline.co/hs-fs/hubfs/Reva-Image.png?width=500&height=500&name=Reva-Image.png) #### Reva Bala Investment Analyst at Timeline ![Timeline Science of Investing Conference. (500 x 500 px)](https://www.timeline.co/hs-fs/hubfs/Timeline%20Science%20of%20Investing%20Conference.%20(500%20x%20500%20px).png?width=500&height=500&name=Timeline%20Science%20of%20Investing%20Conference.%20(500%20x%20500%20px).png) #### Thomas Hogg VP of Product at Timeline ![Alex-C](https://www.timeline.co/hs-fs/hubfs/Alex-C.png?width=500&height=500&name=Alex-C.png) #### Alex Crowther Investment Analyst at Timeline ![Mamdouh Medhat ](https://www.timeline.co/hs-fs/hubfs/Mamdouh%20Medhat%20.png?width=500&height=500&name=Mamdouh%20Medhat%20.png) #### Mamdouh Medhat Senior Researcher and Vice President at Dimensional ![Simon Johnson](https://www.timeline.co/hs-fs/hubfs/Simon%20Johnson.png?width=500&height=500&name=Simon%20Johnson.png) #### Simon Johnson Portfolio Manager at Dimensional ![Randeep Gil](https://www.timeline.co/hs-fs/hubfs/Randeep%20Gil.png?width=500&height=500&name=Randeep%20Gil.png) #### Randeep Gil Portfolio Manager at Dimensional ![Derek-Walpole](https://www.timeline.co/hs-fs/hubfs/Derek-Walpole.png?width=500&height=500&name=Derek-Walpole.png) #### Derek Walpole Regional Director at Dimensional ![David Swanwick](https://www.timeline.co/hs-fs/hubfs/David%20Swanwick.png?width=500&height=500&name=David%20Swanwick.png) #### David Swanwick Head of Client Communications EMEA and Vice President at Dimensional [![Timeline Logo - MFL - W](https://www.timeline.co/hubfs/Timeline%20Logo%20-%20MFL%20-%20W.svg) ](https://www.timeline.co) - [* * ](https://www.linkedin.com/company/timeline-tech-limited/) - [* * ](https://www.facebook.com/TimelineappTechLimited) - [* * ](https://twitter.com/Timeline_Tech) - [* * ](https://www.instagram.com/timelineapp/) - [Timeline Planning](https://www.timeline.co/planning) - [Timeline Portfolios](https://www.timeline.co/portfolios)    **©2026 Timeline Holdings Ltd. 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