Services / Alternative Investment Firms

Third-Party Marketing for Alternative Investment Firms

We raise capital for hedge fund and private equity managers across a broad range of strategies.

The Practice

YAC has raised about $410 million for private funds since its founding.

We act as a third-party marketer for hedge funds and private equity firms. Our fundraising process was developed by industry veterans over decades of raising capital, and it has held up across market cycles.

Selected placements

Fundraising Process

What we handle for the manager, from preparation to close.

Before Launch
The manager’s story	We help the manager refine how the strategy and team are presented to investors.
Market demand	We test investor interest through our relationships before the fund goes to market.
Size, terms and structure	We advise on fund size, terms and structure, informed by investor feedback.
Marketing materials	We produce the investor presentation and supporting materials.
In Market
Investor targeting	We focus on the investors most likely to allocate to the strategy.
Meetings and follow-up	We arrange meetings, handle logistics, and stay in contact with each prospective investor throughout the raise.
Through Close
Due diligence	We coordinate investor diligence requests and keep the process moving to close.