On the morning of May 16th, we gathered a group of women in the heart of Mayfair for a networking brunch. The morning networking brunch embodied a spirit of empowerment, innovation, and collaboration, bringing together women from diverse backgrounds who are revolutionising the financial industry. The attendees included seasoned professionals, CEOs, investors, and thought-leaders in the alternative investment industry.

The world of technology continues to evolve at an unprecedented pace. 2023 has witnessed massive amounts of commentary regarding the LLM (large language model) artificial intelligence tool Chat GPT following its launch in November 2022.

Teresa Durso is a Partner and the CEO/COO of Berry Street Capital Management LLP. She joined at inception in July 2019 to set up and manage the operational aspects of the business.

Each month AYU members, oenophiles and novices alike, gather to sample and appreciate different types of wines. Participants learn about the various nuances and complexities, while enjoying good company and conversation.

Ransomware is the biggest cybersecurity threat that the world faces today. The attacks are relentless and growing more sophisticated than ever. The impact of such attacks can cause to business and the economy.

AYU members and guests join us for a day of insight and education from titans of the digital asset investment sector.

The Bank of England and HM Treasury shared news that they will be undertaking a joint consultation exploring the potential role of a digital pound within the UK and key features of what this model could look like.

A fantastic morning of discussion, insight and solidarity from our growing female network within AYU with our friends from Jersey Finance.

RFA’s panel investigated key questions surrounding the ‘Build vs Buy’ debate including how cost-effective outsourcing can be and the rationale for when it is right to build in house and when it is right to work with outsourced partners.

The AYU Emerging Manager Conference landed again in London, offering a huge wealth of knowledge and experience from some of the leading minds in the hedge fund industry and a cap intro forum for emerging fund managers.

Join us on this exploration of Cap Intro, where we'll delve into its origins, explore the strategies employed, and uncover the essential elements that make it an indispensable tool in the realm of hedge fund investments.

Contributed by Philip Pirecki, Jersey Finance’s lead in the Americas.

Swiss hedge funds, family offices and institutional investors gathered in Zurich to explore the burning crypto questions that we are all facing. The networking breakfast was followed by panel discussions with prominent crypto leaders discussing the most recent developments in the digital asset space.

AYU Ski, a highlight of the AYU events calendar and grand finale of Switzerland Hedge Fund Week. We were joined by a stellar lineup of AYU members and guests following our Zurich events - thanks for making it so special team!

The European Union is set on developing legislative standards in order to meet the demands of the cybersecurity landscape of 2023.

Switzerland Hedge Fund Week 2023 saw hedge fund managers and investors come together to discuss market trends, investment strategies, and other topics related to the hedge fund industry in Switzerland and beyond.

PerfORM have seen a desire by IMs to prepare themselves effectively for ODD, to make the process as simple as possible for prospective allocators. We hear from Quentin Thom about the new approach to Operational Due Diligence.

The Big Boat Reception with RCM Alternatives, the highlight of Miami Hedge Fund Week, brought together 300 hedge fund professionals aboard the Lady Biscayne in Miami Beach.

An incredible series of events with AYU friends and members old and new! The end of January saw the AYU team soaking up the buzz as the alternative asset world gathered in Miami Beach.

Outsourced partners offer excellent capacity when a firm wishes to scale, and the right partner supports the company with the overall strategy towards growth.