Build operations that pass institutional due diligence.
Your answers are auto-mapped across the seven pillars allocators evaluate (rules-based auto‑grade), then reviewed by me to prioritize what moves the needle for your next capital conversation.
Built by someone who's been where you are—COO and CFO roles building funds from $0 to $200M and $175M, successfully navigating institutional operational due diligence.
Know exactly what allocators will ask because I've sat on both sides: 7 years performing ODD for institutions, and multiple stints building the operations they evaluate.
$375M+
2 funds
25 years
What You Get
Practical guidance from someone who's built the operations you need—and knows what allocators will scrutinize.
Operational Readiness Consultation
Get practical guidance on building institutional-grade operations. We'll discuss where you are, where you need to be, and create a prioritized roadmap.
- •Governance & Leadership: Board structure, conflicts, succession
- •Portfolio Operations: Trade lifecycle, reconciliations, breaks
- •Compliance & Risk: Filings, policies, MNPI controls
- •Finance & Reporting: NAV process, expense allocation
- •Technology & Cybersecurity: Access controls, incident response
- •Service Provider Oversight: Admin, prime, auditor selection
- •Business Continuity: BCP/DR, key person risk
Fractional COO Services
Operational support without the overhead of a full-time hire. Build the infrastructure allocators expect, cost-effectively and without unnecessary complexity.
- •Launch support: Vendor selection, legal counsel, PB/custodian, software (EMS/OMS/PMS)
- •Policy development: Build or refine policies, procedures, workflows, DDQs
- •Capital raise prep: Mock ODD, risk framework, institutional readiness roadmap
- •Ongoing operations: Compliance calendar, filings, vendor oversight, controls testing
How It Works
Schedule an initial call to discuss your current state, goals, and what institutional allocators will expect from your operations.
20-minute intro call · No obligation
Get a gap analysis and prioritized roadmap based on your specific situation and timeline. Practical next steps, not theory.
Actionable recommendations · Based on real ODD experience
Implement the roadmap with fractional COO support. Build policies, select vendors, establish controls—on your timeline.
Flexible engagement · Cost-effective
Common Scenarios
Pre-Launch
You're planning a fund launch and need operational infrastructure from day one. Want to do it right the first time.
- •End-to-end launch support
- •Vendor selection and negotiation
- •Policy and procedure development
- •Technology architecture decisions
Preparing for Institutional Capital
You're live with friends and family capital. Ready to approach institutional allocators but need to upgrade operations first.
- •Gap analysis vs. institutional standards
- •Mock operational due diligence
- •Remediation roadmap with priorities
- •DDQ preparation and review
In Active Diligence
An allocator is evaluating your fund. They've raised operational concerns or asked for specific documentation you don't have.
- •Rapid gap remediation
- •Document creation and review
- •Meeting preparation
- •Follow-up response support
Ongoing Operations
You have institutional capital. Need ongoing operational support to maintain standards without hiring a full-time COO.
- •Compliance calendar management
- •Vendor oversight and renewals
- •Annual ODD preparation
- •Controls testing and documentation
Q&A for Emerging Managers
How long does the complimentary assessment take?
3–5 minutes. You'll get instant results across the 7 pillars allocators evaluate, with specific gaps and recommendations.
Do you work with “second-tier” vendors or lighter stacks?
Yes. Good infrastructure is about intent, not expense. We help you find the right controls and vendor mix for your firm—without unnecessary complexity or cost.
Can you help us write policies, procedures, and DDQs?
Absolutely. We build or refine policies, procedures, workflows, and DDQs; we also offer fractional COO support to implement your roadmap.
What documents should we have ready?
Start with your DDQ, policies/procedures, SOC reports (if any), financials, and SEC filings. If you're pre-launch, we'll prioritize what to draft first.
How soon can we be “institutional-ready”?
Many upgrades are straightforward (weeks, not months). Timeline depends on vendor selections, policy drafting, and any technology changes. We sequence the plan so you can start meeting allocators sooner.
Let's Talk
Schedule a 20-minute call to review your fund launch or discuss operational readiness.